21 public safety dispatcher jobs found

DEADLINE TO APPLY :  This recruitment will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the City are met.  Applications are reviewed weekly.   Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.   REQUIRED:  Two (2) years of experience as a public safety dispatcher for a Public Safety Answering Point .   To apply for ENTRY LEVEL Public Safety Dispatcher, click here:   Public Safety Dispatcher | Job Details tab | Career Pages THE POSITION:    The Public Safety Dispatchers uses a computer-aided dispatch system to receive calls and dispatch police, fire or other City services by answering emergency and non-emergency calls and providing assistance. THE DEPARTMENT The Hayward Police Department Communications Center is responsible for dispatching both Police and Fire Services throughout the City of Hayward. The Hayward Police Department is one of 18 CALEA (Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement)...

THE EL DORADO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office is dedicated to providing exceptional public service in alignment with the Sheriff's Office Mission and Vision, taking a modern approach to the traditional services of law enforcement, fostering leadership and employee development, and remaining faithful and responsive to the communities we serve. THE OPPORTUNITY Sheriff's Public Safety Dispatchers have the opportunity to serve their communities in a unique way; following the Sheriff's Vision of Total Care and connecting services to citizens in their time of need. Public Safety Dispatchers are assigned to the Public Safety Facility in Placerville, Ca and have the opportunity to serve as Communication Training Officers and Tactical Dispatchers.   Check out our website,   www.joinEDSO.org  for more information! The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:   Receive, analyze and...

To Protect and Serve the Community! The Sheriff’s Office is dedicated to the protection and well-being of every person in Solano County by providing excellent community service. The values of the Sheriff’s Office are to bring: Professionalism:   Performing to the highest standards with integrity, ethical behavior and accountability. Trust:  Confidence in the character and ability to meet expectations. Courage:  To persevere with mental and moral strength in the face of difficulty. Innovation:   Embrace and inspire creativity to apply better solutions that accomplish goals and outcomes. Teamwork:   Unified collaboration to accomplish common goals without regard to personal agendas. Service:  Providing professional assistance in support of the community's best interests and well-being. Respect:   To value and embrace individuality with special regard to differences. Click here to learn more...

Description: Under general supervision, the incumbent receives and processes routine and emergency calls and alarms; dispatches public safety and public works field units as required; provides pre-arrival instructions; enters, retrieves and uses data from various automated law enforcement information systems; coordinates with other emergency service providers as appropriate; assists in the training of less experienced personnel; learns applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; performs other related duties as required.   The   Public Safety Dispatcher is the entry-level position that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge and abilities.  Initially, under immediate supervision incumbents learn and perform a variety of technical law enforcement office support duties related to communications, record keeping and public contact.   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (include but are not...

The City of Santa Maria has an exciting opportunity for Lateral Dispatchers!  (Note:  The Dispatcher II (Lateral Dispatcher) is distinguished from the Dispatcher I in that the former is journey level and possesses two years of dispatch experience in a law enforcement agency, and functions under limited supervision as opposed to direct supervision and training .) LATERAL INCENTIVE:  $6,000 hiring incentive to lateral Dispatchers with a valid POST Public Safety Dispatcher Basic Certificate $2k at time of hire    $2k upon successful completion of training  $2k upon successful completion of probation Credit for full time service with a POST recognized agency (for vacation accrual purposes) 7% Longevity Pay for employees with ten (10) years of sworn law enforcement service 10% Longevity Pay for employees with twenty (20) years of sworn law enforcement service See  POA MOU...

  he Sheriff's Office is recruiting  to fill positions with  experienced  Lateral Dispatchers at the Dispatcher II/III level. As a Dispatcher, you are responsible for monitoring, receiving, and dispatching routine and emergency radio communications to and from Sheriff's patrol units and other law enforcement or public safety agencies. To effectively accomplish these tasks, you will be involved in securing and recording information as to the nature of a reported problem and identifying the exact location. You will be operating a CLETS (California Law Enforcement Telecommunications System) computer terminal to obtain or verify information and maintaining required logs of calls and incidents.  Additionally, you will prepare reports, provide information and assistance to the public, and determine availability and location of patrol units to dispatch. The County of San Luis Obispo's Sheriff's Dispatch Center provides coverage to San Luis...

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 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,...

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...

About: This is a Citywide Exam posting. Your application to this posting is an application to take a citywide exam. If you pass the exam, you will be emailed your score and ranking on the eligible candidate list. When the Airport has an open position with this job classification they will use this eligible list to hire for that position.  Learn more about the City’s hiring process here:  https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/process/ Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below: Application Opening:  October 8, 2025 Application Deadline:  Continuous Compensation Recruitment ID:  CCT-9213 - A00024 San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the...

Description ****THIS POSITION WILL CLOSE UPON RECEIPT OF A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.**** TO QUALIFY FOR THIS POSITION YOU MUST CURRENTLY BE WORKING AS A POLICE DISPATCHER WITH A POLICE AGENCY AND HAVE AT LEAST ONE OR MORE YEARS OF PAID DISPATCHING EXPERIENCE. THERE WILL BE NO EXCEPTIONS. Under general supervision, receives and processes routine and emergency calls and alarms; dispatches Police and other public service entities as required; enters, retrieves, and uses data from various automated law enforcement information systems; coordinates with other emergency service providers as appropriate; assists in the training of less experienced personnel; learns applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; performs other related duties as required.  Successful candidates appointed to this position will serve a minimum one-year...

About:   This is a Citywide Exam posting. Your application to this posting is an application to take a citywide exam. If you pass the exam, you will be emailed your score and ranking on the eligible candidate list. When the Airport has an open position with this job classification they will use this eligible list to hire for that position.  Learn more about the City’s hiring process here:  https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/process/ Specific information regarding this recruitment process is listed below: Application Opening:  October 8, 2025 Application Deadline:  Continuous Compensation Recruitment ID:  CCT-9213 - A00024 San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to...

Pay Rate   This is a BART Police Officers' Association (BPOA) represented position.  $40.50/ Hourly (Step 1) - $49.30/ Hourly (Step 6)  Note: All external candidates will start at Step 1. Reports To   Police Communications Manager Current Assignment The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) Police Department is seeking highly skilled, calm-under-pressure, and service-oriented individuals to join our team as Police Dispatchers. Working in a fast-paced, 24/7 public safety communications center, the incumbent will receive and prioritize incoming 911 emergency and non-emergency telephone calls and operate radio systems to dispatch patrol units and other police personnel to crime scenes, service calls, and transit-system emergencies. Dispatchers ensure accurate and timely information flow, maintain situational awareness, and support officers responding to a broad range of incidents, including safety hazards, quality-of-life...

The San Francisco Police Department Cadet program is designed to provide a service for the City of San Francisco, the Police Department and the Community that it serves. A Police Cadet is considered a future leader in the community. The goals of the Police Cadet program are to expose men and women to the various aspects of police work in order to prepare them for a career in law enforcement. The Police Cadet program helps to provide quality candidates for all law enforcement related positions including, but not limited to: Police Officer, Community Police Services Aide or 911 Dispatcher. A structured program has been established to promote Police Cadets duties and responsibilities. The Police Cadet expectations are high morals, excelling academically, using good judgment, and being active in the community. Police Cadets provide assistance to the San Francisco Police Department in many different ways and they act as a liaison between the police and youth in our community....

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...

  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...

COMMUNICATIONS TECHNICIAN II (Technical Services Unit)   In addition to performance-based merit increases, this position is scheduled to receive salary range increases on the following dates: Effective June 27, 2025 – 4.00% increase   Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.      This recruitment is open to the public and will remain open on a continuous basis for a minimum of five (5) business days, until the needs of the Department are met. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.   RECRUITMENT / POSITION INFORMATION This recruitment is being held to establish an Open Eligible List to a fill vacancy in this class until the next recruitment. The eligible list established may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower classifications. THE DIVISION   The...

Laterals may be eligible to receive a hiring bonus of up to $20,000 disbursed in four equal phases: the first phase upon successful completion of the testing process and acceptance of a final offer of employment, and the last phase two years after completion of the probationary period as a Police Officer.   The City of Hayward is accepting applications for Police Officer--Lateral. Police Officers at the City of Hayward perform a wide variety of law enforcement assignments including but not limited to: patrol, traffic control, criminal and juvenile investigation, and radio communication. These require operating a patrol car or motorcycle, arresting and citing violators of laws, writing reports, serving warrants, testifying in court and providing information to the public. ABOUT HAYWARD Hayward has been routinely billed as one of the most diverse cities in the state of California. We're proud of that. We thrive on the vibrant mix of cultures and customs that...

Academy Graduates/Academy Participants/FTOs may be eligible to receive a hiring bonus of up to $10,000 disbursed in four equal phases: the first phase upon successful completion of the testing process and acceptance of a final offer of employment, and the last phase two years after completion of the probationary period as a Police Officer.   DEADLINE TO APPLY :  This recruitment will remain open on a continuous basis until the needs of the City are met.  Applications are reviewed weekly.   Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.      THE POSITION:  Police Officer - Academy Graduate/ Academy Participant/ FTO -  must have successfully completed a California POST approved Basic Police Academy with a valid California POST Academy Certificate; OR currently attending a POST approved Basic Police Academy and/or has been accepted to a POST approved Basic Police Academy . The City of Hayward is accepting...