31 public safety dispatcher jobs found

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...

QUALIFICATIONS:  A high school diploma or equivalent  AND  one year of experience answering and directing calls using multi-line communication or radio system.  Must be able to work any 12 to 18-hour shifts, including holidays and weekends, and obtain a POST-Public Safety Dispatcher Certificate within 18 months of hire.  Applicants with a POST Certificate may be eligible to start at a higher salary step. Under close supervision, receive and dispatch emergency calls for police, fire, and paramedic assistance. The below list of tasks is  ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY;  incumbents in this job classification may be required to perform other department-related duties.   TASKS: Provide a wide range of public safety radio dispatch and information support services via the telephone, internet, radio, and other methods of communication.  Assess and determine caller needs to ensure proper services are rendered to the community or surrounding...

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of   Public Safety Dispatcher Trainee .    The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to twelve (12) months. SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES MUST PASS A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION PRIOR TO APPOINTMENT. Public Safety Dispatcher Trainees  under close supervision, perform entry level work in operating a 911 telephone system and a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system on an assigned shift; enter calls for service for emergency and non-emergency calls for Police and Fire; dispatch required fire and medical services personnel and equipment; and perform related work as required. *** 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. *** Work Performed...

CLICK  HERE  FOR MORE INFORMATION! Additional qualifications for LATERAL transfers:   Must be currently working or employed within the last twelve months as a public safety dispatcher in a California Law Enforcement Agency or California Fire Department with a minimum of one (1) year experience as a public safety dispatcher with the same agency. FLSA: Non-Exempt DEFINITION Under immediate or general supervision, receives 911 system emergency and non-emergency calls; dispatches assignments according to established emergency and County procedures; performs a variety of technical tasks relative to the assigned functional area; and performs related duties as assigned. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives immediate (Public Safety Dispatcher I) or general (Public Safety Dispatcher II) supervision from assigned supervisory or management personnel.  Exercises no direct supervision over staff. CLASS...

Description   Positions hired from April 1, 2026 to June 30, 2028 in  the Lateral Public Safety Dispatcher class with a minimum of two (2) or more years of public safety dispatching   experience   may be  eligible for   up to a $7,500 bonus incentive . DEFINITION Under general supervision, learn and understand City Police Department dispatching policies, methods, and procedures; receive emergency and non-emergency calls for service through 911, radio, phone, and other communications media; dispatch law enforcement, fire, and other public safety personnel and equipment; provide telecommunications support and incident coordination for field units; learn and serve as call taker for the City of Clovis 911 Public Safety Answering Point; assist with other non-emergency responsibilities when assigned; perform general office support assignments; help and serve people in need; and to perform related work as...

Lateral Signing Bonus Available: applicants with prior dispatch experience who are hired into permanently allocated positions will be eligible for the following one-time incentives upon their initial hire to the county: 1. An initial payment of one thousand five hundred dollars ($1,500.00) will be added to the first paycheck earned. 2. A second/final payment of one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) will be paid out upon the successful completion of the entire probationary period as determined by the sheriff. * Additional pay information (permanent employees only): POST Certificate Incentive: $100 per pay period for possession of POST Dispatcher Intermediate Certificate or $125 per pay period for possession of POST Dispatcher Advanced Certificate. Incentive amounts are not cumulative or compounded, and employees will receive only one rate of incentive pay for the POST certification. Night Shift Differential: Dispatchers working swing and...

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...

$2,000 HIRING BONUS* $750 REFERRAL BONUS** 2.5% Salary Increase Every Six Months Boost your Base Pay by $1.75/hr by selecting the Modified Benefit Option POST Differential Pay Intermediate $1.00/hr Advanced $1.50/hr The  Sheriff's Department  is recruiting  Experienced  Communications Dispatchers  to dispatch and maintain continuous communication with emergency units in the field. Positions are primarily located at the Valley Control Center in  Rialto  and the Desert Control Center in  Hesperia . Each center serves as the primary 9-1-1 Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) for its respective geographic location. Multiple vacancies exist at both locations.  For more detailed information, refer to the  Sheriff's Communications Dispatcher  job description. As an alternative to the traditional benefits package, you may also be eligible to elect the  Modified Benefit Option...

Under general supervision of the Communications Supervisor,  ABOUT THE POSITION : Under general supervision of the Communications Supervisor, the Part-Time Communications Operator receives and transmits emergency and non-emergency calls from the public requesting police and other emergency services; maintains contact with all units on assignment; documents calls for service on a computer aided dispatch system; and provides general information to the public.    This position is assigned to the Police Communications Center, which is a 24-hour, seven days per week operation, requiring shift coverage.  Communications Operators must work assigned shifts and must be proficient at multi-tasking.  There is a high expectation placed on the accuracy and speed of information gathering and the maturity in decision making. This position is assigned to the Police Communications Center, which is a 24-hour, seven days per week operation, requiring shift...

    COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR / LAW ENFORCEMENT & EMERGENCY SERVICES DIVISION / TELECOMMUNICATIONS / NORTHERN COMMUNICATIONS CENTER The reporting location for this position is the Northern Communication Center (NORCOM), located in Rancho Cordova, CA.  This position will work under the general supervision of the NORCOM Communications Supervisor.   NORCOM is a 24-hour public safety dispatch and communications center with a service area covering Northern California.  The incumbent will dispatch State Park Peace Officers (Rangers and Lifeguards), National Park Service Rangers, Department of Fish and Wildlife Wardens, and other emergency services personnel in the NORCOM service area to emergency and non-emergency events.  Duties will include operation of a radio console system, VESTA telephone system, CLETS and computer aided dispatch (CAD).  Other duties will include...

ABOUT THE POSITION Communications Dispatcher Trainees work in the Communications Center and receive on-the-job training in routine and emergency public safety communications, specific day-to-day direction, and are closely supervised.  Training includes call-taking and radio-dispatching techniques for law enforcement.  After completing the probationary period, trainees are expected to advance to Communications Dispatcher where they will perform the full range of assigned duties. For more information about this exceptional career opportunity, including the complete recruitment brochure and required qualifications, simply  click here   (Download PDF reader)   (Download PDF reader) .  ABOUT YOU Our Highly Qualified Candidate  will have experience involving heavy public contact and handling several tasks simultaneously while entering information into an automated system. The highly qualified candidate possesses excellent communications...

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 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...

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...

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...

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....

Under direction and supervision of the Police Sergeant, Senior Police Officers, or Police Officer, this position patrols assigned area in the maintenance of order, enforcement of laws and ordinance, prevention of crime, and the protection of life and property; does investigation work in the detection of crime and vice; and does relate work as required. Sound judgment is always necessary since much of the work is performed with out direct supervision and decisions affecting life and property must often be made in critical moments.  Examples of Duties The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.  ·         Responds to calls for service regarding accidents, crimes, threats, alterations and/or...

Description The Correctional Deputy is a dual-trained position in both custody and dispatch. Under supervision, supervises the conduct of prisoners at county holding facilities. The Correctional Deputy assists with and performs booking and screening procedures; assists with the transportation of prisoners; receives and transmits radio and telephone communications and dispatches law enforcement and other public safety personnel. The Correctional Deputy answers questions concerning prisoner's and inmate's status. This is an entry-level position in the Correctional Deputy series. Incumbents perform many assignments in a training and learning capacity. When sufficient job knowledge and work performance have been demonstrated and completed, an incumbent may be promoted to the level of Correctional Deputy II.  Examples of Duties Depending upon assignment, duties may include but are not limited to the following: Supervise prisoner conduct during booking procedures,...

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...