58 communications dispatcher jobs found

  SANTA ROSA POLICE DEPARTMENT IS LOOKING FOR   EXPERIENCED  9-1-1 DISPATCHERS!    Our 9-1-1 Emergency Communications Center is located on the second floor of the Public Safety Building, equipped with a state-of-the-art computer aided dispatch system, including multiple monitors, ergonomically designed furniture, and individual work stations with outside window views. The Communications Center is staffed by a team of 23 dispatchers working 10-hour shifts, handling approximately 250,000 calls for service yearly. Supervision is provided by Communications Supervisors. In addition to a competitive salary, retirement through CalPERS, and a generous benefits package, this position offers opportunities for special assignments which include trainer, administrative and tactical dispatcher, with incentive pay from 2% - 7.5%. Hiring Incentives: Vacation accrual rate that matches the applicant's total years of service as a...

This posting covers San Jose Metropolitan Area. The location shown is the agency's own address; the work may be assigned anywhere in that area. Description Under supervision, initially in a training capacity, to answer 9-1-1 calls and dispatch personnel and equipment for one or more public safety operations. Start an exciting career and become a 9-1-1 Dispatcher! Watch these videos to hear from 9-1-1 Dispatchers who work for County of Santa Clara's Dispatch Operations Center. Requirements This is a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) position. Candidates must successfully pass a complete background investigation including fingerprints, polygraph, psychological and medical examinations. Applicants with a felony conviction and/or a conviction outside of California that would be considered a felony in this state will be disqualified. After passing the exam, hiring interview and screening processes, candidates are eligible to be hired as...

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do and they are proud to tell people "I work for the County of Marin." Read on to find out more about this opportunity. The Marin County Sheriff's Office:  The Marin County Sheriff's Office is committed to partnering with our communities to provide leadership and excellence in public safety.  We take pride in our department and work hard to provide a safe environment for our residents. The department is divided into three major bureaus; Administrative and Support Services, Detention Services, and Field Services in addition to operating the countywide Major Crime Task Force. The responsibilities of the Sheriff's Office Bureaus include providing general law enforcement services in the unincorporated communities of Marin County, maintaining the county jail, providing security to the Superior Court, operating a countywide communications division,...

Starting salary up to $44.63/hour ($93,148/year), and a competitive total compensation package!*   The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office is currently recruiting to fill multiple Dispatcher positions at either the I or II levels. If you are interested in being considered at the different levels of this opportunity, you must apply to the separate concurrent recruitments being conducted for each level. If you are an experienced Dispatcher, please view our Communications Dispatcher II recruitment. Become a 9-1-1 Sheriff's Office Dispatcher Supporting safety and emergency situations is an exciting and challenging opportunity for people who thrive in a fast-paced work environment and enjoy using complex communication systems. Although being a Dispatcher can be demanding, those with the determination and passion for supporting public safety will be rewarded with the ability to help others when they need it most and the camaraderie of the Sheriff's Office...

Starting salary up to $ 50.47 /hour ($ 105,336 /year), and a competitive total compensation package!*   The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office is currently recruiting to fill multiple Dispatcher positions at either the I or II levels. If you are interested in being considered at the different levels of this opportunity, you must apply to the separate concurrent recruitments being conducted for each level. If you are interested in our entry level Dispatcher opportunity, please view our Sheriff's 9-1-1 Dispatcher recruitment. Become a Communications Dispatcher II In the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office, Communications Dispatcher IIs support both the public and law enforcement by receiving requests for information and providing pertinent data over the phone and radio. Responsibilities include: Monitoring radio frequencies  Receiving and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls from the public Setting priorities among competing...

The Emergency Communications Department is responsible for the operation of a countywide, consolidated Emergency Communications Center providing 9-1-1 and non-emergency call answering and law enforcement, fire protection and emergency medical dispatch services for over 30 local, Regional, County and State Public Safety agencies.   Position Summary The Emergency Communications Dispatcher Trainee receives on-the-job training in basic 9-1-1 call answering and radio dispatching methods and techniques.   This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to the higher level of the career series subject to their meeting the employment standards for the higher class and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority.   The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary...

The Emergency Communications Department is responsible for the operation of a countywide, consolidated Emergency Communications Center providing 9-1-1 and non-emergency call answering and law enforcement, fire protection and emergency medical dispatch services for over 30 local, Regional, County and State Public Safety agencies. Calling all EXPERIENCED 9-1-1 Dispatchers to join our team.   THIS IS NOT AN ENTRY LEVEL POSITION  Applicants must have current experience as a public safety dispatcher. The Emergency Communications Department (ECD) also referred to as “9-1-1” is a standalone Department that operates the Countywide consolidated emergency communications system. The Department is the primary Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) for the County of Monterey and provides emergency and non-emergency call answering and dispatch services, including status reporting and coordination to the County Sheriff, Probation Department, 11 of the...

Are you an  experienced  Police Dispatcher ? The City of Oakland is accepting applications to join the Oakland Police Department Communications Division. Come and join a wonderful team of professionals dedicated to serving the citizens of Oakland. Continue your dispatch career with the City of Oakland!   During training, working hours and days off vary. Dispatchers may work any of the three shifts in a 24-hour period; may be required to work a schedule with rotating days off; often work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required by emergencies or Departmental needs. This is a public contact position. We are looking for someone who:  possesses the ability to act promptly, logically, and decisively; can communicate clearly; is able to read, comprehend and retain information; will maintain a calm and professional demeanor even under stressful situations; has the ability to adapt to changing situations; is able to multi-task; is...

The Position This job is posted on a continuous basis, and applications will be reviewed monthly for consideration.  Be sure to stay attentive to email communication regarding panel interviews.  **ATTENTION: There are four (4) required parts of the application. You must attach your typing certificate and POST/CritiCall test results in addition to submitting an application and answering the supplemental questions. Information links to sign up for testing dates are found under the application materials description.** ABOUT US: The  East Bay Regional Park District's Public Safety Department  serves over 25 million annual visitors. Our area of patrol includes  73 parks spanning across 126,809 acres,  1,330 miles of trails, and 55 miles of shoreline in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Our Police Department is a full service POST-recognized law enforcement agency with 76 sworn officers. Our department includes a variety...

The Position This job is posted on a continuous basis, and applications will be reviewed monthly for consideration.  Be sure to stay attentive to email communication regarding panel interviews. ABOUT US: The  East Bay Regional Park District's Public Safety Department  serves over 25 million annual visitors. Our area of patrol includes  73 parks spanning across 126,809 acres,  1,330 miles of trails, and 55 miles of shoreline in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Our Police Department is a full service POST-recognized law enforcement agency with 76 sworn officers. Our department includes a variety of units and patrol opportunities such as Air Support, Marine, Equestrian, Special Enforcement (including off-road vehicles), Investigations, and a 24-hour per day 911 Communications Center. Our Fire Department provides all typical emergency services, including fire suppression, hazardous materials responses, search and rescue,...

The City of Oakland is accepting applications for an exciting opportunity in the Oakland Police Department's Communications Division.  Come and join a wonderful team of professionals dedicated to serving the citizens of Oakland. Start an exciting career and become a 9-1-1 Dispatcher!   Police Communications Dispatchers receive approximately one year of on-the-job training and must attend a POST-certified basic dispatcher course. During training, working hours and days off vary. Dispatchers may work any of the three shifts in a 24-hour period; may be required to work a schedule with rotating days off; often work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required by emergencies or Departmental needs. This is a public contact position. We are looking for someone who:  possess the ability to act promptly, logically, and decisively. can communicate clearly. is able to read, comprehend and retain information. will maintain a calm and professional demeanor...

Essential Functions Serves as an Operator in the comunications Center on a shift basis; receives calls, dispatches and records appropriate law enforcement and other equipment to respond to reported emergencies in the field; maintains contact with units at all times during shift assignment to send needed or requested assistance in event of emergency; maintains a continuous record of the status of mobile units indicating the disposition of each unit by mechanical or other means; operates emergency (911) telephone system; sends and receives computer messages and routes same to appropriate destination; operates a computer terminal to enter, modify, or retrieve data; maintains a current log of all information received and transmitted; prepares required reports and summaries of Communications Center activities; performs miscellaneous clerical work; may compose and type log sheets as required; may drive on City business. Minimum Qualifications Employment...

About the Position The San Joaquin Sheriff’s Office is seeking highly motivated individuals who are interested in a career in the daily function and operations of the Custody Division. This exciting opportunity offers successful Correctional Officer Trainee candidates the ability to earn pay while attending the required in-house academy at the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office. The academy will include a combination of academic instruction, physical fitness training, use of force awareness, group interaction, and communication skills to instill the knowledge, skills and experience needed to function in a jail setting. Upon successful completion of the Correctional Academy, you will become a Correctional Officer. About the Department The San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Department consists of 2 major divisions Fields Forces and Custody. The Custody division currently staffs 247 Correctional Officers, 21 Correctional Sergeants, 9 Correctional...

Accepting online applications only.  Apply online 24 hours a day, beginning March 2, 2018. Filing will remain open until vacancies are filled.  Filing may close without further notice.   Some positions in this classification qualify for a Recruitment Incentive of   up to $6,000. For more information on the City of Long Beach's Recruitment Incentive Program please  click here .     EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Under general supervision, receives and dispatches emergency (911) and non-emergency calls for police or fire and emergency medical service; enters data into a computer terminal while questioning callers for information; determines nature, validity and disposition of calls; may provide post dispatch medical instructions; utilizes computer generated messages and priorities to dispatch field units to emergency situations; operates a variety of communications equipment including radios, accessories and telephones; performs...

The Butte County Sheriff's Office is now accepting applications for Public Safety Dispatcher positions. We're looking for dedicated, detail-oriented individuals who can stay calm under pressure and are committed to serving the public. Apply NOW!! This recruitment requires a valid Typing Certification with a minimum of 40 words per minute. Typing Certification must indicate results from a five (5) minute test within the last 12 months. Typing certificates completed online may be accepted. Applicants who meet the minimum requirements and have  attached  a valid Typing Certification with a minimum of 40 words per minute,  will be invited to participate in a written exam that is tentatively scheduled for  Monday , October 5, 2026   at 8:30 a.m. Qualified applicants can expect to receive an email notification no later than  Monday, September 28 , 2026 ,  inviting them to the October 5th  exam...

DESCRIPTION The City of Torrance  is recruiting for Public Safety  Dispatchers to be part of the  Torrance Police Department  Team ! WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT IN ITS ENTIRETY BEFORE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THIS POSITION. ____________________________________________________________   NEW HIRE PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER INCENTIVE PAY RECEIVE A SIGNING BONUS OF $10,000 DOLLARS!!!    NEW HIRE PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER LATERAL INCENTIVE PAY RECEIVE A SIGNING BONUS OF $15,000 DOLLARS!!! RECEIVE UP TO ADDITIONAL $25,000 FOR SPECIALIZED DETAIL   For more information go to:  https://www.jointorrancepd.com   The City of Torrance recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to...

Working Title:  Police Dispatcher Classification Title:  Police Dispatcher I Special Instructions to Applicants: Selected candidate(s) will be invited to take the P.O.S.T Police Dispatcher written test. Candidate(s) that pass the written test will be recommended to the Search Committee for an interview. Candidate(s) with a valid/current P.O.S.T. Dispatcher certificate will need to submit a copy of your P.O.S.T. Dispatcher certificate as part of your application in order to be waived from the written test. Candidate(s) selected for the position will need to successfully pass the thorough background check completed by the Sacramento State Police Department before a conditional offer is made. Final appointment is contingent upon successfully passing the P.O.S.T Police Dispatcher medical examination and psychological screening. Posting Details  Priority Application Date: Tuesday, February 10th @ 11:55pm PST (Posting will...

Under close supervision of the Communications Supervisor, the Dispatcher will perform entry-level work in operating a 911 telephone system and a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system on an assigned shift in support of a 24-hour, 7-day-per-week operation at the UC Riverside Police Department. The Dispatcher is responsible for entering calls into CAD; managing and routing 9-1-1 and Police telephone calls, and prioritizing dispatched calls for service to ensure the safety of all field personnel. The Dispatcher is also responsible for operating and monitoring numerous radios on various frequencies; monitoring fire, robbery, and intrusion alarm systems; making inquiries and entries into computer check systems; disseminating information to the proper authority; and operating numerous computer systems with connections to local State and Federal Law enforcement systems. The full salary range for the Dispatcher is $32.24 - $42.99 per hour. However, the expected pay scale for this position is...

We are looking for a detail-oriented Dispatcher to join a construction-focused team in Ceres, California. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who can coordinate communications, support daily operations, and keep scheduling and administrative tasks moving efficiently. The right candidate will be comfortable handling a multi-line phone system, assisting with accounts payable activities, and communicating professionally in both English and Spanish. Responsibilities: • Manage incoming calls through a multi-line phone system and direct inquiries to the appropriate team members or departments. • Coordinate dispatch activities by organizing schedules, relaying updates, and ensuring timely communication between field and office personnel. • Provide administrative support for accounts payable processes, including tracking invoices and assisting with payment-related documentation. • Maintain accurate records in QuickBooks and update operational information to support...

The City of Riverside is looking for  EXPERIENCED  dispatch professionals to join our team! We are now accepting applications for the position of  PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER II (LATERAL) . If you are currently employed by a California POST agency as a Dispatcher, we encourage you to apply  NOW !! The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies within this classification in the Communications Division of the Riverside Police Department. *** The salary that is posted for this recruitment is for any applicant deemed a new member under the Public Employee Pension Reform Act of 2013. For all others, please reference the City's salary schedule.*** Public Safety Dispatchers II under general supervision, perform journey level work in operating radio-telephone transmitting and receiving equipment and a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system on an assigned shift; dispatch required law-enforcement, fire,...