Dispatcher

LYNWOOD ASSOCIATES LTD; Lynwood (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Lynwood Unified School District in Lynwood, CA is seeking a full-time Dispatcher to support security services through computer, radio and telephone dispatching. The role includes monitoring alarms and cameras and ensuring timely responses to safety requests.

The position requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and two years of related experience, plus CA driver license, CPR and First Aid certifications, and successful completion of a Dispatcher course within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years in security, dispatching or clerical work with public interaction.
• Ability to use computers and modern office equipment in a security setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide computer, radio and telephone dispatching for security operations.
• Monitor alarm systems and security cameras to ensure rapid response.
• Promote customer service and safety in compliance with policies and procedures.
• Report and document all incidents accurately and timely.

Skills

Public contact experience

Dispatching experience

Clerical skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer use

Office equipment

Job description

JOB OPPORTUNITY

OPEN TO ALL LYNWOOD UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT EMPLOYEES AND TO THE PUBLIC.

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED (ONLINE ONLY) FROM

SEPTEMBER 28, 2026 - OCTOBER 16, 2026 BY 4:30 PM (or sooner).

APPLICATION AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION(S)/CERTIFICATION(S) DEADLINE

OCTOBER 16, 2026 BY 4:30 PM (or sooner).

The District reserves the right to close the recruitment process at any time, without prior notice, based on District needs and the applicant pool, regardless of the posted application period. While the position may be advertised for up to 15 days, the posting may be closed earlier if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received or if hiring needs change.

ANTICIPATED SELECTION PROCESS (WHICH MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

The District reserves the right to utilize a flexible pass point (cut-off) on any test part to meet the staffing needs as determined by the District.

• PERFORMANCE/ WRITTEN EXAMINATION: The Performance/ Written Examination portion of the test may have multiple steps which may be administered on different days (50% of total score).
• ORAL EXAMINATION: The Oral Examination portion of the test may have multiple steps which may be administered on different days (50% of total score).

PARTICIPATION IN ALL PORTIONS OF THE EXAMINATION PROCESS IS BY OFFICIAL INVITATION ONLY. Candidates who do not participate and successfully pass all parts of the examination process will not be considered for the position.

POSITION DETAILS AND DUTIES

FULL-TIME POSITION: EIGHT (8) HOURS PER DAY; TWELVE (12) MONTHS PER YEAR.

BASIC FUNCTION

The job of Dispatcher is done for the purpose/s of providing support within the area of security services with specific responsibilities for performing a variety of computer, radio, and telephone-based dispatching duties; ensuring timely response to routine and emergency safety requests; monitoring alarm equipment and security cameras; and promoting a culture of customer service and responsiveness in compliance with safety policies, procedures, and guidelines.

This job reports to a designated administrator.

INITIAL/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must provide sufficient information to demonstrate that they meet the minimum (initial) qualifications, including the submission of any required certifications and supporting documentation listed below. Failure to provide the required materials or submission of an incomplete application may result in disqualification from further consideration.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from High School or equivalent.
• A combination of two (2) years of experience involving:
• Security-related experience involving contact with the public,
• Dispatching experience in a police or security environment and
• General clerical experience involving computer use and modern office equipment.
• Any other combination of education, training, and experience, which demonstrates that the applicant is likely to possess the required skills, knowledge, or abilities, may be considered.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Valid California Class C Driver's License. Availability of private transportation and evidence of a current safe driving record.
• Valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification issued by the American Red Cross or any agency authorized by the American Red Cross
• Valid First Aid certification issued by the American Red Cross or any agency authorized by the American Red Cross.
• Completion of a P.O.S.T. approved Dispatcher Course within 6 months of job entry.
• Submit to periodic, random drug and alcohol screening.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND PREFERENCE MAY BE AWARDED TO CANDIDATES POSSESSING THE FOLLOWING

• Successful completion of SB 390 training and certification, which has been approved by the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA), Bureau of Security and Investigation Services (BSIS) with the Commission of Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST). Anyone employed on or after July 1, 2021, must submit proof of training and certification (Senate Bill No. 390).
• Bilingual in Spanish is desirable and preference may be given to candidates bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Some positions may require the ability to read, write, and speak Spanish fluently.

DOCUMENT SUBMISSION OPTIONS

Option 1: Upload and attach all required documentation(s)/certification(s) in its original form to your application upon submission by the closing date.

Option 2: Submit all required documentation(s)/certification(s) in‑PERSON in its original form, to the Classified Personnel department at 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA by the application closing date (copies will be made).

Applications without supporting documents will be considered incomplete and may be disqualified from further consideration. Foreign Diploma/ Degree/Transcripts must be certified and evaluated to meet the United States equivalency to be considered. ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY THE CLOSING DATE.

SATISFACTION OF INITIAL QUALIFICATIONS

You must submit the following documentation(s)/certification(s) by the application closing date:

• Proof of high school graduation or equivalent (GED), OR highest attained education (Associate degree or above).
• Valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification issued by an authorized agency.
• Valid First Aid certification issued by an authorized agency.
• Valid Photocopy of your California Class C Driver's License.

Official Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving history record WILL BE REQUIRED UPON OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT. You must go in‑person to a DMV office to request your official driving record. This is the ONLY way to obtain this official document. The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving history must be dated within the last thirty (30) days of the employment processing period. A DMV record obtained via the internet or online will NOT be accepted.

RESOURCES FOR APPLICANTS

FIRST AID AND CPR CERTIFICATION: For resources, please click here for some agencies that are comparable to the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association.

SB 390 CERTIFICATION: For your convenience, you may click here for some agencies that offer the SB390 certification.

This information is provided as a resource. The Lynwood Unified School District and the Personnel Commission are not affiliated with the American Red Cross or any of its local chapters nor benefit from the advertisement of these classes.

FOREIGN DIPLOMA/ DEGREE/ TRANSCRIPTS

If you received your education outside of the United States, you must have your foreign diploma/degree/transcripts evaluated by a transcript evaluation service that certifies that your degree meets the United States equivalency for consideration. For official consideration, you must evaluate and certify all documents supplied to Classified Personnel to ensure that you meet the initial qualifications. It is the responsibility of the applicant to have their documents evaluated in a timely manner by the closing date for official employment consideration. For more information about organizations that offer this service, you may visit the following: https://www.ctc.ca.gov/credentials/leaflets/foreign-transcript-evaluation-(cl-635)

STEP 2-EXAMINATION (ANTICIPATED)

• Performance/ Written Examination (may have multiple steps which may be administered on different days).
• Oral Examination (may have multiple steps and/or depending upon the number of eligible candidates, the oral exam may be conducted as an oral written exam).

The tentative examination process for this position, which may be subject to modification, will include some form of a(n): application screening, initial qualifications screening, supplemental training, and experience application screening, documentation(s)/ certification(s) screening, written examination, performance examination, illustration examination and/or the oral examination process.

Candidates will receive an email notification and/or regular mail of the examination date and time. It is your responsibility, as the candidate to provide the correct contact information by which to be notified. Failure to provide the correct contact information on your application, including not properly filling out any portion of the application correctly or failure to participate in any portion of the examination process will result in termination from the recruitment process.

Examination parts will be weighed according to their relevancy to the job performance criteria.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS

If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the examination process, you must submit a written request from your medical provider before your scheduled examination date. Your request will be reviewed to determine eligibility for a reasonable accommodation. For assistance or additional information, please contact the Classified Personnel Department at [phone], ext. 8024.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that students and employees in the Lynwood Unified School District ("District") shall not be subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on the person's actual or perceived race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin or nationality, religion, age, parental status, family status, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation, ancestry, political affiliation or any other basis protected by federal law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s), recruitment process, application, acceptance, testing, selection and hiring process and employment. For any equal right or opportunity concerns or complaints from employees, please contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Title IX and CC of R Title V Compliance Officer (Employees), 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, 310-886-1490. Concerned students should contact the Director of Student Services, Title IX and CC R Title V Compliance Officer (Students), 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, 310-886-1618.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT PREVENTION

The District prohibits harassment on the basis of sex. Sexual harassment consists of any unwelcome sexual favors and other verbal, visual or physical conduct of a sexual nature made by someone from or in the work or educational setting. Please reference Education Code section 212.5 for further information on the topic. Any individual who believes he/she has been subjected to sexual harassment and/or incidents of sexual harassment impacting recruitment, testing, hiring or employment must report the incident to the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Title IX and CC of R Title V Compliance Officer (Employees), 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, 310-886-1490 and the Director of Student Services, Title IX and CC or R Title V Compliance Officer (Students), 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, 310-886-1618.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Please note that the District reserves the right to add, eliminate or adjust testing steps and/or information on the posting at any time during the position posting and testing process. The process may include but is not limited to, further testing inclusive of on-the-job testing, recruitment, and recruitment extensions, which may be for less than fifteen (15) days after the certification of an eligibility list. As a result, there may be adjustments if reasonable or necessary.

REVIEW PROCESS

If you would like to review your examination after receiving your test results notice, you must submit the "Examination Review Form" to Classified Personnel within seven (7) working days of the result notice date. You may obtain the "Examination Review Form" from the Classified Personnel department. It is the responsibility of the job applicant to submit the "Examination Review Form" within the designated time frame. If the requirements for the examination review are met, a Classified Personnel will schedule an appointment for the review.

ELIGIBILITY LIST EXPIRATION

Candidates who are successful in all parts of the screening and examination process will be placed on an eligibility list. Typically, an eligibility list for a classification expires after one (1) year (Eligibility lists may be extended beyond one (1) year or expire sooner than one (1) year). Candidates on the expired eligibility list are no longer considered for positions within the classification. If an eligible candidate successfully tests for the same classification before the current eligibility list expires, the eligibility lists will merge and the eligible's most recent examination score will be applied. It is the responsibility of each eligible to know his/her eligibility list status.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

It is the responsibility of the employee to ensure that all licenses and certifications required for this position are up-to-date to remain in the position.

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION (Personnel Commission Rules & Regulations 50.200.4G/ ED CODE 45277)

• Pay increases: Pay increases annually on July 1 until the top step is reached. Any employee hired or promoted on or before March 31st shall be entitled to a one-step advancement on the following July 1st (PC Rule 700.200.2)
• Paid Holidays: Up to 14 holidays per year depending on months worked for all classified employees. Additionally, classified staff employees—excluding those who are non-represented—may be eligible for three floating holidays, for a total of 17 holidays per fiscal year.
• Paid Vacation: Vacation is prorated based on months worked per year (one day is earned per each month worked) and longevity with the District. Please refer to the chart below for vacation rates.

VACATION CHART

1-4 years of service:

12 vacation days (12-month employee);

11 vacation days (11-month employee);

10 vacation days (10-month employee)

5-10 Years Of Service:

18 vacation days (12-month employee);

16.5 vacation days (11-month employee);

15 vacation days (10-month employee)

11+ years of service:

24 vacation days (12-month employee);

22 vacation days (11-month employee);

20 vacation days (10-month employee)

• Health Benefits: For positions 20 hours or more per week the following benefits are provided by the District for classified employees: Health, Vision, Dental, and PERS (retirement).
• Paid Sick Leave: Every regular classified employee, probationary or permanent, can earn paid sick leave credit(s) based on one day for each month in which such employees are in a paid status with the District. Earned, but unused sick leave can accumulate without limit. Full-time classified employees (those who work 8 hours per day, 5 days per week, and 12 months per year) will normally earn twelve (12) days of sick leave credit(s) during each fiscal year.
• Substitute employees are not entitled to benefits.