Emergency Communications Dispatcher - Entry Level (24/7)

City of Laguna Beach; California (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

City paid health insurance

Wellness programs

Training opportunities

Job summary

The City of Laguna Beach Police Department is seeking an Entry-Level Public Safety Dispatcher to connect Police, Fire, and Marine Safety personnel with those in need and respond to emergency calls. You will coordinate actions via telephone, computer, and radio systems under supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and two years of clerical/public contact work, with typing speed of 30 wpm. A background check is required, and the department offers health benefits and professional

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Experience: Two (2) years of clerical and public contact work required.
• Typing speed of at least 30 wpm is required.

Responsibilities

• Connect Police, Fire, and Marine Safety personnel to those in need.
• Respond to emergency calls and coordinate critical actions using telephone, computer, and radio systems.
• Handle recordkeeping, monitor alarms, and manage teletype communications.
• Perform support duties under supervision of a Senior Dispatcher.

Skills

Typing 30 wpm

Clerical experience

Public contact work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Telephone systems

Computer systems

Radio systems

Job description

The City of Laguna Beach Police Department is seeking an Entry-Level Public Safety Dispatcher to connect Police, Fire, and Marine Safety personnel with those in need and respond to emergency calls. You will coordinate actions via telephone, computer, and radio systems under supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and two years of clerical/public contact work, with typing speed of 30 wpm. A background check is required, and the department offers health benefits and professional