24/7 Dispatcher II — Calm CAD & Radio Operator

Contra Costa County; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities for career advancement

Impact on community safety

Training and support programs

Job summary

Contra Costa County is seeking experienced law enforcement dispatchers for the Sheriff's Dispatcher II classification in Martinez, California. The role involves responding to emergency and non-emergency calls, maintaining communication with patrol units, and ensuring effective dispatching operations.

Applicants must possess a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License and either one year of relevant dispatch experience or completion of the Dispatcher I Training Program. Strong communication and multi-tasking skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
• Minimum typing proficiency of 40 words per minute.
• Minimum one year of dispatch experience or relevant training.

Responsibilities

• Receive and dispatch emergency and non-emergency calls.
• Maintain radio communication with patrol units.
• Assist in the training of new dispatchers.

Skills

Ability to communicate clearly

Multi-tasking abilities

Decision making

Handling stress

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

California P.O.S.T. Basic Dispatch Certificate

Job description

Contra Costa County is seeking experienced law enforcement dispatchers for the Sheriff's Dispatcher II classification in Martinez, California. The role involves responding to emergency and non-emergency calls, maintaining communication with patrol units, and ensuring effective dispatching operations.

Applicants must possess a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License and either one year of relevant dispatch experience or completion of the Dispatcher I Training Program. Strong communication and multi-tasking skills are essential.