Department: Campus Safety Administration Temporary part-time position (07/20/2026 – 01/22/2027, less than 24 hours a week). If you are a current employee of the University of Guelph, application must be submitted through the internal Career Page. General Purpose The Campus Safety Office is looking for part‑time temporary Dispatchers to be part of our team with a goal of keeping our campus community safe.

This is an ideal position for someone who likes working in a fast‑paced team environment, has a flexible schedule and a solid desire to help others. Duties and Responsibilities Intake of requests for assistance from the public, staff and students. Intake and dispatch of all emergency calls for assistance on campus to police, fire prevention or first response team personnel. Reception for Campus Safety Office – in person and telephone inquiries. Monitor the multi‑alarm computer system and direct response to fire alarms, building supervisory alarms, intrusion alarms and personal safety alarms. Document events and actions within the internal records management system software. Communicate with campus emergency personnel by way of two‑way radio or phone. Liaise with the Guelph Police Service dispatch and records units from time to time. Support parking enforcement personnel with general inquiries and tow situations by way of radio and telephone. Provide clerical support as required and other duties as assigned. Requirements Completion of secondary school education or a 1‑year community college diploma.1.5 to 2.5 years of experience.



Ability to successfully complete the Emergency Services Communications program (internal training program). Excellent customer service skills. Excellent keyboarding, data entry and computer skills with accuracy. Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, Email and related software. Ability to organize and prioritize tasks. Demonstrated valuable judgement, accurate recall, and decision making under stressful situations. Strong interpersonal skills with excellent oral and written communication. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work 12‑hour shifts. Shift Details This position involves shift work – 12‑hour shifts rotating between days (6:30am – 6:30pm) and nights (6:30pm – 6:30am).

It may require work on weekends and statutory holidays as the unit provides service 24hours a day, 7 days a week. The role is part‑time with no set hours, and candidates must be available on an on‑call basis. Candidates selected following initial review must complete and pass computerized testing, interview(s), security clearance, background investigation, and reference checks before final selection of employment. Employee Type & Compensation Employee Type: Temporary.

Hourly rate: $28.73 – $32.10 per hour. At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of the Institution.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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