Emergency Communications Dispatcher - 24/7 Public Safety

City of Santa Fe Springs; Red Bluff (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary steps

Longevity pay

Educational incentives

CalPERS retirement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The City of Red Bluff is seeking a Police Communications Dispatcher to answer emergency and routine calls and dispatch police, fire, and medical services. You will maintain radio communications, enter calls into CAD, and support officer safety while coordinating with various agencies.

Required POST dispatcher certification or enrollment, and a 40 wpm typing certificate. This full-time role offers a robust benefits package and opportunities for educational incentives.

Qualifications

• Clear and effective written and oral communications.
• Typing speed of 40 words per minute or higher.
• Knowledge of department rules, regulations, and public relations.

Responsibilities

• Answer emergency and routine calls and dispatch appropriate units.
• Maintain accurate records of calls for service and radio transmissions.
• Enter calls for service into CAD with incident details and locations.
• Monitor progress reports and ensure safety of officers in the field.
• Work flexible shifts including nights, days, weekends and holidays.

Skills

Communication skills

Typing speed 40 wpm

Calm under pressure

Education

P.O.S.T dispatcher certificate

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD)

Teletype computer

Job description

The City of Red Bluff is seeking a Police Communications Dispatcher to answer emergency and routine calls and dispatch police, fire, and medical services. You will maintain radio communications, enter calls into CAD, and support officer safety while coordinating with various agencies.

Required POST dispatcher certification or enrollment, and a 40 wpm typing certificate. This full-time role offers a robust benefits package and opportunities for educational incentives.