Emergency Dispatcher I – 24/7 Response & Shift Premiums

California State University San Marcos; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 36,644 - 42,099; Part time

Job summary

California State University San Marcos is hiring a part-time Police Dispatcher in San Marcos, California. The successful candidate will handle potential emergencies with professionalism, ensuring proper resource allocation and effective communication in crises.

This position requires passing a medical examination and background check, along with a commitment to mandated reporter responsibilities. The anticipated salary ranges from $26.60 to $30.56 per hour, with additional shift differential pay for late or weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Must successfully pass a pre‑employment medical examination and drug screen.
• Must successfully pass a background check, including criminal records, before beginning employment.
• Position holder is a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act.

Responsibilities

• Perform initial caller interrogation to determine the appropriate level of service needed in emergency situations.
• Allocate personnel and resources to incidents and initiate emergency responses.
• Provide 24‑hour communication center services.

Job description

California State University San Marcos is hiring a part-time Police Dispatcher in San Marcos, California. The successful candidate will handle potential emergencies with professionalism, ensuring proper resource allocation and effective communication in crises.

This position requires passing a medical examination and background check, along with a commitment to mandated reporter responsibilities. The anticipated salary ranges from $26.60 to $30.56 per hour, with additional shift differential pay for late or weekend hours.