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Dispatch Officer - Security (Full Time - Seasonal)

American Dream

East Rutherford, NJTemporary$19/hrTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$19/hr
Location
East Rutherford, NJ
Schedule
Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

American Dream is hiring a Dispatch Officer - Security (Full Time - Seasonal). The Security Dispatcher serves as the central communications hub for American Dream Security Operations, coordinating resources, maintaining real-time situational awareness, and supporting life safety, asset protection, and operational continuity throughout the property.

Key focus areas include Serve as the primary communications and coordination center for security operations, Receive, assess, prioritize, and dispatch radio and telephone calls for service, and Coordinate and communicate with internal security teams, operations personnel, and management.

Important skills include CCTV and Dispatch Software. Preferred (not required): CCTV Monitoring, Alarm Systems Monitoring, Fire Systems Monitoring, and Life Safety Systems Monitoring.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CCTV MonitoringAlarm Systems MonitoringFire Systems MonitoringLife Safety Systems MonitoringSituational AwarenessIncident DocumentationDigital Video Evidence PreservationDigital Audio Evidence PreservationSecurity Software SystemsDispatch Software SystemsProfessional CommunicationEmergency Management ProceduresCommunicationMultitaskingComposure Under PressureFollowing DirectionsComputer SkillsReporting SystemsSurveillance SystemsFire Prevention ExperienceSimplex Fire Alarm SystemCCTVDispatch SoftwarePolice ProtocolsFire ProtocolsEMS ProtocolsEmergency Response ProtocolsFollow DirectionProficient Computer SkillsFire Prevention

Qualifications

Must Be 18+High School Diploma or EquivalentCriminal Justice or Public Safety or Emergency Management EducationLaw Enforcement or Public Safety or Emergency Communications or 911 Dispatch ExperienceEmergency Call Handling ExperienceNo Criminal Conviction RecordSimplex Fire Alarm System CertificationSORA LicenseAbility to Complete Four Week Training ProgramVariable and Rotating Shift AvailabilityFire Prevention Experience

Full job description

The Security Dispatcher coordinates the overall safety, security, and emergency response operations throughout American Dream. This role functions as the central communications hub for Security Operations, ensuring timely and efficient coordination of resources, accurate information exchange, and rapid response to incidents impacting guests, tenants, team members, and property. The Security Dispatcher is essential to maintaining real-time situational awareness and supporting life safety, asset protection, and operational continuity throughout the property.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serve as the primary communications and coordination center for American Dream Security Operations.

  • Promptly receive, assess, prioritize, and dispatch radio and telephone calls for service in accordance with established procedures and emergency protocols.

  • Coordinate and communicate with internal security teams, operations personnel, and management during routine activities and emergency incidents.

  • Request assistance from appropriate local, state, or federal law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical agencies when required.

  • Monitor CCTV, alarm, fire, and life safety systems and initiate appropriate responses to alerts, incidents, or system anomalies.

  • Maintain continuous situational awareness and monitor for suspicious, unsafe, or criminal activity.

  • Accurately document incidents, activities, and communications through detailed logs, reports, and records.

  • Compile, preserve, and distribute digital video and audio evidence in support of investigations, reports, and law enforcement requests.

  • Enter, retrieve, and manage data within security and dispatch software systems.

  • Provide clear, calm, and professional communication to guests, tenants, and employees during routine and high-stress situations.

  • Support emergency management procedures, including evacuations, shelter-in-place, and coordinated response efforts.

  • Assist with maintaining a safe, secure, and orderly environment throughout the facility.

  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support Security Operations.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Minimum 18 years of age.

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education in criminal justice, public safety, or emergency management preferred.

  • Previous experience in law enforcement, public safety, emergency communications, or 911 dispatch is strongly preferred.

  • Demonstrated experience handling emergency calls, prioritizing incidents, and dispatching resources in a fast-paced environment.

  • Familiarity with police, fire, EMS, and emergency response protocols.

  • No record of conviction for crimes against persons or property.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to relay information clearly and accurately under pressure.

  • Proven ability to multitask and maintain composure during high-stress or critical incidents.

  • Ability to follow direction, policies, and established procedures.

  • Proficient computer skills, including the ability to operate dispatch, reporting, and surveillance systems.

  • Ability to work variable and rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

  • Fire prevention experience and/or Simplex or similar fire alarm system certification preferred.

  • Ability to successfully complete a four (4) week training program.

  • Valid SORA license required.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Sitting: Frequently (approximately 90% of the time)

  • Standing and walking: Occasionally (approximately 20% of the time)

  • Repetitive motion (keyboard and console use): Frequently (approximately 90% of the time)

  • Kneeling or bending: Infrequently (approximately 5% of the time)

  • Reaching above shoulder level: Infrequently (approximately 5% of the time)

  • Reaching below shoulder level: Infrequently (approximately 10% of the time)

  • Lifting/carrying up to 10 lbs: Infrequently (approximately 5% of the time)

  • Lifting/carrying up to 30 lbs: Infrequently (approximately 5% of the time)

  • Stooping or squatting: Infrequently (approximately 10% of the time)

  • Handling larger items such as boxes or packages: Infrequently (approximately 10% of the time)

For more information on American Dream, visit www.americandream.com or find us on Instagram @americandream (http://www.instagram.com/americandream) and TikTok @americandream_official (https://www.tiktok.com/@americandream\_official) .

American Dream is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment or discrimination. All employment decisions are to be made without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, physical/mental disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Details

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Pay Type Hourly

Hiring Rate 19 USD

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