Lateral Public Safety Dispatcher (COI)

To qualify as a Lateral Public Safety Dispatcher, candidates must:

• Possess a POST Public Safety Dispatcher Certificate
• Successfully completed a probationary period within a California public safety agency or have one full year of Dispatcher experience within the last four years at time of hire.
• Typing Ability: Net speed of 40 wpm
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Your Impact:

• Evaluate incoming calls to determine the appropriate action.
• Receive and dispatch calls for the Animal Services Operation.
• Find additional information in the Public Safety Dispatcher job description.

Work Environment:

• The position is required to work a "3/13 schedule" (three 13-hour shifts) per week with paid meal breaks.
• Public Safety Dispatchers are required to work holidays and weekends, as well as evening, night, and early morning shifts.
• Rotating through graveyard shifts is required annually.
• Official uniforms must be worn.
• Chain of command oriented.

Looking for:

• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Team-oriented individuals.
• Ability to work alternating schedules.
• Ability to remain calm and focused in high stress environments.
• Desire to make a difference by helping others.

All applicants must be able to pass the Public Safety background check process.
This includes, but is not limited to, the review of: legal documents, police and driving records, credit profile, motor vehicle insurance, vehicle operation, prior employment records, and performance reviews. Information about the public safety background process may be found at our Police Department Employment page.