Sheriff's Dispatcher I

Kern County; California (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Kern County is actively recruiting for a Sheriff Dispatch Assistant in California, Missouri. The role requires availability for all shifts, including evenings and weekends, and performance on a qualifying exam. A high school diploma or equivalent and a typing speed certificate of no less than 45 net words per minute are mandatory.

Candidates must be prepared for a medical examination and background check. Interested applicants should attach required documents and follow up with Nesrine Annan via email or phone for any inquiries.

Qualifications

• Ability to work any shift, including evenings and weekends.
• Must provide keyboard certificate verifying typing speed.
• Must pass performance and oral exams.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties as Sheriff Dispatch Assistant.
• Utilize emergency dispatch console.
• Manage emergency calls and communications.

Skills

Keyboard skills (45 net wpm)

Emergency dispatch console experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Information

Continuous recruitment; may close at any time without notice. Applicants must be willing to work any shift, including evenings and weekends, and any five of seven days. 5% additional pay for evening shift work; 7½% additional pay for night shift work.

Examinations

Performance Exam (Qualifying Only): Consists of an exercise utilizing an emergency dispatch console monitor. The Human Resources Division may limit the number advancing to the oral exam to approximately the top 30 based upon the final results of the performance examination. A link to the performance exam preparation guide may be accessed here. Oral Exam (Weight 100%): Conducted to appraise training, experience, interest, and personal fitness for the position. Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process. The Human Resources Division may conduct only a performance examination if there is an insufficient number of candidates to warrant an oral examination; if an oral examination is necessary, it will be weighted at 100%.

Minimum Qualifications / Employment Standards

• High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent.
• Experience with a keyboard similar to that on a micro‑computer is desirable.
• Ability to type write from clear copy at a rate of not less than 45 net words per minute.
• APPLICANTS MUST ATTACH a copy of their keyboard certificate, issued within the last two years, verifying a speed of forty‑five (45) net words per minute. Certificates must conform to the testing standards adopted by the Civil Service Commission.

Application Requirements

Please ensure all applicable certificates are attached with your application. If you cannot attach application materials or have questions regarding this recruitment, contact Nesrine Annan at [e-mail] or call 661‑868‑3108.

Background Checks

Appointees will be fingerprinted and will be required to pass an extensive background investigation.

Medical Examination

A medical examination will be conducted to verify the absence of any medical condition that would preclude the safe and efficient performance of dispatcher duties. Candidates employed in the classification of Sheriff Dispatch Assistant must complete the required one‑year probationary period in this classification before promoting to Sheriff’s Dispatcher I.

Admittance Requirements

Admittance to the examination will require a valid government‑issued photographic identification. Applicants unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.

Additional Information

Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post‑offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal‑opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.