The posting
Job Description
Position Overview
The Police Dispatcher supports campus safety and operations at Butler University by receiving calls for assistance, dispatching Public Safety officers, and monitoring alarms and video surveillance systems. This position also coordinates emergency and after-hours service requests, manages electronic building access, and provides responsive, professional customer service to the campus community.
Responsibilities
- Answers and responds promptly to customer service requests for assistance.
- Controls communications, alarms, video surveillance in prevention of criminal activity.
- Facilitates customer service by dispatching officers for escorts, building checks, and any other general customer service as needed.
- Speaks to members of the public to solve problems and enhance community relations.
- Monitors video surveillance on campus.
- Coordinates after-hours requests for maintenance, housekeeping or other emergencies.
- Distributes keys, IDs etc.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- Experience in computer usage
- Ability to obtain IDACS / NCIC certifications
- Excellent communication skills
- Calmness under pressure.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior work experience in public safety communications
BU Benefits and Perks
Please check out Butler’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our benefit offerings, which include:
Paid Time Off and Holidays:
- 20 days of paid time off (vacation and PTO days) per Fiscal year
- 8 Paid Holidays
- In addition, a paid Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day
- Paid Parental Leave (after 1 year of full-time employment)
Health:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans including disability and life insurance programs
Retirement:
- 10% employer contribution after 1 year of full-time employment
Tuition Assistance:
- Remission of tuition for classes taken at Butler for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
- Eligibility after 9 months of full-time employment
- Employees & spouses- undergraduate/graduate degrees
- Dependents (under age 26)- undergraduate degree
- Covers tuition only
- Tuition Exchange Program for Dependents at participating institutions
Butler Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks:
- Access to Butler’s on-site fitness facility and libraries for full-time staff and faculty
- LinkedIn Learning Courses
- Free premium subscription to the Calm App
- Free subscription to the WSJ, The Economist, and NYT
- Discount at the College Bookstore
- Discount on select Athletic and Arts/Events Center Performances
About Us
Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.
Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.
Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.



