Communications dispatcher jobs

Aug 29, 2026

Full time

Communications Dispatcher Lateral Santa Rosa

$87,671 - $111,072 yearly

Santa Rosa Police Department Santa Rosa, CA

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...

Aug 27, 2026

Full time

Communications Dispatcher I - Unclassified

$101,758 - $123,049 yearly

County of Santa Clara San Jose, CA

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...

Aug 20, 2026

Full time

Communications Dispatcher - Lateral (Experienced)

$98,924 yearly

Marin County Sheriff's Office CA

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,...

Aug 09, 2026

Full time

Sheriff’s Communications Dispatcher I Sonoma

$78,914 yearly

Sonoma County Sheriff's Office Sonoma, CA

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...

Aug 09, 2026

Full time

Communications Dispatcher II Sonoma County

$89,226 yearly

Sonoma County Sheriff's Office CA

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...

Aug 08, 2026

Full time

Sheriff's Communications Dispatcher San Bernardino

$69,721 yearly

San Bernardino County CA

$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...

Aug 08, 2026

Full time

Emergency Communications Dispatcher - Trainee Monterey County

$5,944 monthly

County of Monterey Monterey, CA

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...

Aug 08, 2026

Full time

Emergency Communications Dispatcher II Monterey County

$6,873 monthly

County of Monterey CA

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...

Aug 07, 2026

Full time

Police Communications Dispatcher - Lateral (Continuous)

$107,307 yearly

Oakland Police Department OPD Oakland, CA

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...

Aug 04, 2026

Full time

Communications Dispatcher (Entry-Level)

$86,299 yearly

East Bay Regional Park District CA

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...

Aug 04, 2026

Full time

Communications Dispatcher (Lateral) East Bay

$86,299 yearly

East Bay Regional Park District CA

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,...

Aug 07, 2026

Full time

Police Communications Dispatcher (Continuous) Oakland

$107,307 yearly

Oakland Police Department OPD Oakland, CA

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...

Aug 05, 2026

Full time

Communications Dispatcher I San Joaquin

$4,851.00 hourly

San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office CA

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...

Aug 25, 2026

Full time

Police Officer Huntington Park

$89,652 - $110,076 yearly

City of Huntington Park Police Huntington Park, CA

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...

Aug 05, 2026

Full time

Correctional Officer Trainee San Joaquin

$6,174 monthly

San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office CA

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...

Aug 31, 2026

Full time

Public Safety Dispatcher II

$109,152 - $118,459 yearly

Berkeley Police Department Berkeley, CA

JOB OPPORTUNITY The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Public Safety Dispatcher II in the Police Department! In this role, you will receive 911 system emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatch assignments according to police and fire procedures, and maintain records. The Public Safety Dispatcher II provides technical communications support and computer information processing for police, fire, animal control, parking enforcement and public works functions in a limited capacity. In addition to dispatching and call screening, you'll perform varied record keeping, information retrieval and similar work in support of public safety activities. Public Safety Dispatchers in the Berkeley Communications Center typically operate in four distinct positions. While Public Safety Dispatcher I possesses the skills and responsibility for two positions (Call Taker and Records), those at Public Safety Dispatcher II level possess the skills and responsibility for all four...

Aug 31, 2026

Full time

Public Safety Dispatcher I

$78,681 - $85,985 yearly

Berkeley Police Department Berkeley, CA

JOB OPPORTUNITY Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications outlined in the job classification specification will receive a link to complete the City of Berkeley CritiCall test. Please note that the City does not accept test results from other agencies or POST tests. Do not attach other test scores to your application. The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Public Safety Dispatcher I in the Police Department! In this role, you will have the opportunity to receive 911 system emergency and non-emergency calls, operate various dispatch center equipment including computer terminals, and maintains records. The Public Safety Dispatcher I is the entry-level class in the professional public safety dispatching series. Under close supervision, incumbents are trained in providing technical communications support and computer information processing for police, fire, animal control, parking enforcement, and public works functions in a limited capacity, in...

Aug 31, 2026

Full time

Police Dispatcher Trainee- Chula Vista

$5,877 - $7,143 monthly

Chula Vista Police Department Chula Vista, CA

Police Dispatcher Trainee Salary $5,877.32 - $7,143.91 Monthly Location Chula Vista, CA Job Type Permanent, Full-Time Job Number 25517907 Department Police - Support Operations Division Police Dispatch Opening Date 08/07/2025 Closing Date 11/6/2025 5:00 PM Pacific Description Benefits Questions Description and Essential Functions Position Summary: To receive, evaluate, and transmit emergency and routine voice radio messages via, telephone, teletype and automatic alarm; to dispatch required equipment and personnel in accordance with standard policies and procedures; to maintain records; and to do related work as required. This is the entry-level class in the...

Aug 31, 2026

Full time

Sheriff's 911 Communications Officer II - Laterals Only

$71,738 - $98,242 yearly

County of Riverside CA

ABOUT THE POSITION The County of Riverside Sheriff's Office is seeking experienced 9-1-1 Dispatcher Sheriff's Communication Officer IIs to support the Palm Desert and Riverside locations. If you are currently employed by a California POST agency as a 911 Dispatcher, we encourage you to apply. The Sheriff's 911 Communications Officer II is the full journey level class in the Sheriff's 911 Communications Officer series. Incumbents in this class provide emergency and routine services Countywide from one of the Sheriff's Communications Centers. Incumbents in this class are characterized by responsibilities, which require the execution of a high degree of discretion, initiative, and independent judgment as to a course of action where unprecedented situations routinely arise. This class is distinguished from the class of Sheriff's 911 Communications Officer I in that the latter is a trainee level working under direct supervision. The Sheriff's 911 Communications...

City of Long Beach & Long Beach Police Department

Aug 30, 2026

Full time

PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER I-IV - 9-1-1 DISPATCHER (Lateral)

City of Long Beach & Long Beach Police Department Long Beach, CA

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...

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