Police Dispatcher I/II
City of Bakersfield Bakersfield, California, United States
- Location: Bakersfield, California, United States
- Categories: Public Safety
- Job Type: Full Time
- Posted: Nov 14, 2024
Job Description:
Police Dispatcher I/II
Description
DescriptionFILING DEADLINE: FILING DEADLINE: Continuous. The application filing may close any time after ten days from the issue date of this job announcement if sufficient qualified applications have been received. Postmarks are not acceptable; therefore, it is important to submit your application as soon as possible
Representative Duties
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
For a full job description, please click here - Police Dispatcher I
For a full job description, please click here - Police Dispatcher II
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Applications will be accepted only from those applicants who properly complete the application and clearly demonstrate on the application, supplemental questionnaire and typing certificate that they possess the minimum qualifications which include:
Police Dispatcher I position must meet the following:
- Graduation from high school or G. E. D.; AND
- One (1) year of work experience equivalent to that gained as a Police Call Taker with the City of Bakersfield; OR
- An equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the capabilities to perform the described duties.
- Ability to type 40 words per minute.
- A Public Safety Dispatcher Basic Course certified by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.).
- Graduation from high school or G.E.D.; AND
- Three (3) years of experience as a Public Safety Dispatcher for a Law Enforcement Agency or Fire Department; OR
- An equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the capabilities to perform the described duties.
- Ability to type 40 words per minute.
- A Public Safety Dispatcher Basic Course certified by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.).
- Possession of a valid California Class “C” driver's license.
- Must successfully pass a police background investigation.
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT: All applicants must attach a Typing Certificate (dated within the last two years of application submittal) certifying 40 NET WORDS PER MINUTE with the application. Note: We WILL accept typing certificates obtained on-line. Click here for Typing Certificate Locations .
OTHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: The geography of the city and the location of streets and important buildings. Ability to: Learn quickly the operation of telephone, computer aided dispatch, radio and other communication equipment; speak clearly in a well-modulated voice and to use good diction; think and act quickly and calmly in emergency situations; prepare and maintain records and reports; perform multiple tasks at one time.
Examination (Weighted: 100%)
HIRING INCENTIVES:
Up to $1,500 Hiring Bonus
For more information on the Examination and Selection Process, please visit the City’s Website under News & Highlights .
Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:
- Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
- Fire Safety Unit
- Police Safety Unit
- Police Trainee Unit
- Supervisory & Management Unit
RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement Info page for additional information.
Closing Date/Time: Continuous