City of Antioch, CA
Police Dispatcher Lateral
City of Antioch, CA, Antioch, California, United States, 94531
Salary :
$81,024.00 - $103,416.00 Annually
Location :
300 L Street; Antioch, CA
Job Type:
Full-time, Regular
Job Number:
2700-24/10
Department:
Police Department
Opening Date:
10/09/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
Description
Newly Hired Police Dispatchers are Now Eligible for a $10,000 Bonus!
Competitive Monthly Cafeteria Benefit Plan Contribution for Medical Benefits!
Bilingual Incentive Pay, Educational Incentive Pay, POST Certificate Incentive Pay and so much more!
This is a continuous posting and job posting may close at any time. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
The
City of Antioch
is currently accepting applications for the
Police Dispatcher
position located within the Antioch Police Department
The Police Dispatcher evaluates response necessary as dictated by a given request for service.
BENEFIT INFORMATIONCollective Bargaining Representation: Antioch Police Officers Association (non-sworn) Bargaining Unit and
Tentative Agreement |
Benefits
Benefits: Cafeteria Plan (City of Antioch pays 100% of Kaiser rate, up to family tier) | CalPERS Medical Health Plans | Vision (VSP) | Dental (Delta Dental)Retirement:
CalPERS
Classic Members 2.7% @ 55, New PEPRA Members 2% @ 62457 Deferred Compensation OptionLife InsuranceTuition ReimbursementFull Gym on PremisesPLEASE NOTE:
TO BE CONSIDERED A LATERAL APPLICANT, YOU MUST HAVE AT LEAST TWO (2) YEARS OF EMPLOYMENT AS A POLICE DISPATCHER IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA.THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A 12-MONTH ELIGIBILTIY LIST.
THIS RECRUITMENT CAN CLOSE AT ANY TIME SO CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY IMMEDIATELY.ORAL BOARD INTERVIEWS ARE TBDTHE CITY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY THIS SCHEDULE.
Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties involved in receiving, evaluating, prioritizing, and relaying 9-1-1, emergency, and non-emergency calls for service for the cities of Antioch and Brentwood, as well as Antioch Animal Control; inputs calls into CAD (computer aided dispatch); dispatches appropriate units and coordinates response of emergency personnel; operates a variety of telecommunications equipment including radio, telephone, and computer aided dispatch systems; and performs a wide variety of specialized clerical duties involved in the preparation, maintenance, and release of materials related to law enforcement activities.Examples of Duties
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
Receive, classify, and prioritize all incoming calls to the dispatch center including 9-1-1 calls, emergency, and non-emergency calls received from citizens and allied agencies requesting service or information; operate a variety of public safety communications equipment including 9-1-1 emergency telephone equipment, computer aided dispatch systems, and multi-channel radio system.Evaluate response necessary as dictated by a given request for service; determine nature, location, and priority of calls; operate computer aided dispatch system to create calls for service within response criteria guidelines; assign and dispatch personnel in accordance with policies and procedures; transfer calls to other appropriate agency in accordance with established procedures; obtain and dispatch other support services as necessary.Maintain contact with all units on assignment; maintain status and location of field units; monitor multiple radio frequencies; relay emergency and non-emergency information to public safety personnel in the field.Retrieve information from local, state, and national computer networks regarding wanted persons, stolen property, vehicle registration, stolen vehicles, restraining orders, criminal histories, parolees, and other related information; relay information to officers in the field.Operate computer terminals to enter, modify, and retrieve data such as stolen and recovered property, towed and stolen vehicles, missing and unidentified persons, citations, field interviews, driver license and vehicle registration information, and warrants on wanted persons; compose and transmit messages to other agencies.Enter and remove data and information from various local, statewide, and national law enforcement computer systems including the Records Management System (RMS), Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS), and National Crime Information Center (NCIC); provide support to officers by gathering information from various computer systems including DMV, CLETS, and the County's system.Notify and dispatch Antioch and Brentwood Public Works staff, and Antioch Animal Control Officers for after hours call outs.Monitor the County Warning Systems Computer (CWS).Implement Amber Alerts and Code 666's.Monitor the security cameras and security doors inside and surrounding the Antioch Police Department.Testify in court.Perform related duties as required.
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Operations, services, and activities of a public safety telecommunications and dispatch center.Operational characteristics of modern public safety telecommunications equipment including computer aided dispatch systems and multi-channel radio systems.Law enforcement and emergency service procedures for responding to and handling reported incidents.Techniques of questioning for both emergency and non-emergency calls.Methods and techniques of receiving, prioritizing, and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls for service.Radio codes currently used by the Police Department.Functions of the Police Department and other City departments.Geographic features and locations within the area served.English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment.Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.Methods and techniques of telephone etiquette.Methods and techniques of conflict resolution.Principles and procedures of record keeping.Ability to:
Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.Effectively communicate and elicit information from upset and irate callers.Speak clearly and concisely in an understandable voice via radio and telephone and in person.Hear and distinguish radio voice traffic within normal levels and over background noise.Make independent decisions that affect the safety of public safety personnel, citizens, and property such as those involved in determining the urgency of requests received and the appropriate action to take.Dispatch police units quickly and effectively.Think quickly, calmly, and clearly in emergency situations.Perform multiple tasks simultaneously.Operate a variety of telecommunications receiving and transmitting equipment including radio transmitting communication equipment, teletype equipment, and computer equipment.Operate specialized public safety computer systems and applications.Read and interpret maps and other navigational resources and give directions.Type and enter data accurately at a speed of 45 net wpm.Work under pressure, exercise good judgment, and make sound decisions in emergency situations.Understand and follow oral and written instructions.Interpret, apply, and explain applicable federal, state and local policies, procedures, laws, codes and regulations including police records retention and dissemination policies and procedures.Maintain composure, alertness and concentration while working for extended periods of time.Compile, maintain, process, and prepare a variety of records and reports.Deal tactfully and courteously with the public reporting emergencies and seeking information or filing a report.Maintain confidentiality.Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.ENTRY LEVEL CANDIDATES:Education/Training:
Graduation from high school or equivalent.Experience:
Some experience in a law enforcement agency in the capacity of public safety Dispatcher (Police, Fire or Emergency Medical Services) that included utilization of a computer aided dispatch system to perform job duties is desirable.LATERAL CANDIDATES:Education/Training:
Graduation from high school or equivalent, supplemented by successful completion of the basic Dispatcher course.Experience:
Two (2) years of experience in a law enforcement agency in the capacity of public safety Dispatcher that included utilization of a computer aided dispatch system to perform job duties.License or Certificate:
Entry Level Candidates/Employees: Ability to obtain the P.O.S.T. certification in Basic Police Dispatch within 12 months of completing probation.Lateral Candidates/ Employees: Possession of the P.O.S.T. certification in Basic Police Dispatch.All Candidates/Employees: Possession of an appropriate, valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record are a condition of hire. A satisfactory driving record is one absent of misdemeanor convictions or multiple infraction convictions. Loss of a driver's license and/or an unsatisfactory driving record may result in employee discipline, up to and including termination.Criminal Record:All Police Dispatchers shall not have been convicted of any felony. A misdemeanor conviction may result in applicant disqualification and employee disciplinary action, up to and including termination. A complete background investigation will be conducted prior to hire.
***A TYPING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED AND MUST BE ATTACHED AT TIME OF APPLICATION***TYPING CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT:
A typing certificate, validated within the last six (6) months, must be attached to your on-line application. Certificates indicating a typing speed of at least 45 net words per minute (wpm) will be accepted from a recognized employment agency, business school, or adult school. NO ON-LINE TYPING CERTIFICATES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
The certificate MUST:•Indicate it was a 5-minute timed exercise•Show the number of errors•Show the gross wpm•Show the net wpm (calculated by deducting 2 wpm for each error)
The City reserves the right to refuse any certificate and require a re-test.
If a valid typing certificate is not submitted at the time of application, your application will be disqualified.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENTThe conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Work is performed in an office and/or emergency services dispatch center setting with extensive public contact; incumbents are required to work evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts; incumbents may be called back or held over to maintain staffing levels.Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and emergency dispatch center setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard and headset; and to verbally and audibly communicate to exchange information.
Supplemental Information
EEO/ADA: The City of Antioch is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at 925-779-7020 or HR@antiochca.gov prior to the final filing date.
BENEFITS:•HEALTH AND WELFARE - Cafeteria Plan is provided with a City contribution for the purchase of health, dental, vision, life insurance, and the employee assistance program. A cash payment option in lieu of benefits is available.•LIFE INSURANCE•RETIREMENT - California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS): 2.7% @ 55 for classic members or 2.0% @ 62 for PEPRA members•SOCIAL SECURITY - The City participates in the Medicare portion only•HOLIDAYS - 14 days per year•VACATION - 11 to 25 days per year depending upon length of service•SICK LEAVE - Accrue 12 days per year•DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN - City offers a 457 Plan•MEDICAL-AFTER-RETIREMENT ACCOUNT (MARA)•EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PLAN (Dispatcher and Lead Dispatcher only)
$800 per year reimbursement for books, tuition and mileage
Dispatchers
2.5%/month for Intermediate Post Certificate/AA Degree
5%/month for Advanced Post Certificate/BA/BS Degree
Lead Dispatchers
2.5%/month for Intermediate Post Certificate/AA Degree
5%/month for Advanced Post Certificate/BA/BS Degree•UNIFORM ALLOWANCE - $550/year (Increases $10/year for duration of agreement)•BILINGUAL PAY - $100/month•SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL - 2-1/2% for Swing and 5% for Graveyard
01
I understand the following: I MUST complete each section of the job application in full (i.e., reason for leaving). Incomplete applications will NOT be accepted. I must enter work history for the past ten (10) years and include any other pertinent experience, education, and training I possess. A resume will be accepted; however, it will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application.
YesNo
02
I understand this position requires that I possess and maintain a valid California driver's license by the time of appointment.
YesNo
03
Are you currently employed as a Police Dispatcher?
YesNo
04
Have you worked in the capacity of a Police Dispatcher in the State of California full-time or equivalent to full-time in the State of California?
YesNo
05
Please describe any specialized training and/or courses you have received related to this position such as law enforcement communications.
06
Do you have the ability to type or enter data accurately at a minimum of 45 net words per minute and have you uploaded a copy of your typing certificate to your application?
YesNo
07
Have you attached your typing certificate as outlined in the job bulletin?
YesNo
08
Have you successfully completed the POST Basic Dispatcher Academy?
YesNo
09
If you have completed the POST Basic Dispatcher Academy, have you uploaded your certificate to this application?
YesNo
10
Do you possess a POST Certification in Basic Police Dispatch?
YesNo
11
Please select how many years of experience you possess in a law enforcement agency in the capacity of public safety dispatcher that included utilization of a computer aided dispatch system to perform job duties.
No ExperienceLess Than Two YearsThree YearsFour YearsFive or More Years
12
The Police Dispatcher center operates 24 hours a day/7 days a week. You may be required to work mandated overtime and rotating shifts which could include nights, weekends, and holidays. Will this pose a problem for you?
YesNo
Required Question
$81,024.00 - $103,416.00 Annually
Location :
300 L Street; Antioch, CA
Job Type:
Full-time, Regular
Job Number:
2700-24/10
Department:
Police Department
Opening Date:
10/09/2024
Closing Date:
Continuous
Description
Newly Hired Police Dispatchers are Now Eligible for a $10,000 Bonus!
Competitive Monthly Cafeteria Benefit Plan Contribution for Medical Benefits!
Bilingual Incentive Pay, Educational Incentive Pay, POST Certificate Incentive Pay and so much more!
This is a continuous posting and job posting may close at any time. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
The
City of Antioch
is currently accepting applications for the
Police Dispatcher
position located within the Antioch Police Department
The Police Dispatcher evaluates response necessary as dictated by a given request for service.
BENEFIT INFORMATIONCollective Bargaining Representation: Antioch Police Officers Association (non-sworn) Bargaining Unit and
Tentative Agreement |
Benefits
Benefits: Cafeteria Plan (City of Antioch pays 100% of Kaiser rate, up to family tier) | CalPERS Medical Health Plans | Vision (VSP) | Dental (Delta Dental)Retirement:
CalPERS
Classic Members 2.7% @ 55, New PEPRA Members 2% @ 62457 Deferred Compensation OptionLife InsuranceTuition ReimbursementFull Gym on PremisesPLEASE NOTE:
TO BE CONSIDERED A LATERAL APPLICANT, YOU MUST HAVE AT LEAST TWO (2) YEARS OF EMPLOYMENT AS A POLICE DISPATCHER IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA.THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO ESTABLISH A 12-MONTH ELIGIBILTIY LIST.
THIS RECRUITMENT CAN CLOSE AT ANY TIME SO CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY IMMEDIATELY.ORAL BOARD INTERVIEWS ARE TBDTHE CITY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY THIS SCHEDULE.
Under general supervision, performs a variety of duties involved in receiving, evaluating, prioritizing, and relaying 9-1-1, emergency, and non-emergency calls for service for the cities of Antioch and Brentwood, as well as Antioch Animal Control; inputs calls into CAD (computer aided dispatch); dispatches appropriate units and coordinates response of emergency personnel; operates a variety of telecommunications equipment including radio, telephone, and computer aided dispatch systems; and performs a wide variety of specialized clerical duties involved in the preparation, maintenance, and release of materials related to law enforcement activities.Examples of Duties
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
Receive, classify, and prioritize all incoming calls to the dispatch center including 9-1-1 calls, emergency, and non-emergency calls received from citizens and allied agencies requesting service or information; operate a variety of public safety communications equipment including 9-1-1 emergency telephone equipment, computer aided dispatch systems, and multi-channel radio system.Evaluate response necessary as dictated by a given request for service; determine nature, location, and priority of calls; operate computer aided dispatch system to create calls for service within response criteria guidelines; assign and dispatch personnel in accordance with policies and procedures; transfer calls to other appropriate agency in accordance with established procedures; obtain and dispatch other support services as necessary.Maintain contact with all units on assignment; maintain status and location of field units; monitor multiple radio frequencies; relay emergency and non-emergency information to public safety personnel in the field.Retrieve information from local, state, and national computer networks regarding wanted persons, stolen property, vehicle registration, stolen vehicles, restraining orders, criminal histories, parolees, and other related information; relay information to officers in the field.Operate computer terminals to enter, modify, and retrieve data such as stolen and recovered property, towed and stolen vehicles, missing and unidentified persons, citations, field interviews, driver license and vehicle registration information, and warrants on wanted persons; compose and transmit messages to other agencies.Enter and remove data and information from various local, statewide, and national law enforcement computer systems including the Records Management System (RMS), Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS), and National Crime Information Center (NCIC); provide support to officers by gathering information from various computer systems including DMV, CLETS, and the County's system.Notify and dispatch Antioch and Brentwood Public Works staff, and Antioch Animal Control Officers for after hours call outs.Monitor the County Warning Systems Computer (CWS).Implement Amber Alerts and Code 666's.Monitor the security cameras and security doors inside and surrounding the Antioch Police Department.Testify in court.Perform related duties as required.
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Operations, services, and activities of a public safety telecommunications and dispatch center.Operational characteristics of modern public safety telecommunications equipment including computer aided dispatch systems and multi-channel radio systems.Law enforcement and emergency service procedures for responding to and handling reported incidents.Techniques of questioning for both emergency and non-emergency calls.Methods and techniques of receiving, prioritizing, and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls for service.Radio codes currently used by the Police Department.Functions of the Police Department and other City departments.Geographic features and locations within the area served.English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.Modern office procedures, methods, and computer equipment.Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.Methods and techniques of telephone etiquette.Methods and techniques of conflict resolution.Principles and procedures of record keeping.Ability to:
Respond to and resolve difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.Effectively communicate and elicit information from upset and irate callers.Speak clearly and concisely in an understandable voice via radio and telephone and in person.Hear and distinguish radio voice traffic within normal levels and over background noise.Make independent decisions that affect the safety of public safety personnel, citizens, and property such as those involved in determining the urgency of requests received and the appropriate action to take.Dispatch police units quickly and effectively.Think quickly, calmly, and clearly in emergency situations.Perform multiple tasks simultaneously.Operate a variety of telecommunications receiving and transmitting equipment including radio transmitting communication equipment, teletype equipment, and computer equipment.Operate specialized public safety computer systems and applications.Read and interpret maps and other navigational resources and give directions.Type and enter data accurately at a speed of 45 net wpm.Work under pressure, exercise good judgment, and make sound decisions in emergency situations.Understand and follow oral and written instructions.Interpret, apply, and explain applicable federal, state and local policies, procedures, laws, codes and regulations including police records retention and dissemination policies and procedures.Maintain composure, alertness and concentration while working for extended periods of time.Compile, maintain, process, and prepare a variety of records and reports.Deal tactfully and courteously with the public reporting emergencies and seeking information or filing a report.Maintain confidentiality.Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.ENTRY LEVEL CANDIDATES:Education/Training:
Graduation from high school or equivalent.Experience:
Some experience in a law enforcement agency in the capacity of public safety Dispatcher (Police, Fire or Emergency Medical Services) that included utilization of a computer aided dispatch system to perform job duties is desirable.LATERAL CANDIDATES:Education/Training:
Graduation from high school or equivalent, supplemented by successful completion of the basic Dispatcher course.Experience:
Two (2) years of experience in a law enforcement agency in the capacity of public safety Dispatcher that included utilization of a computer aided dispatch system to perform job duties.License or Certificate:
Entry Level Candidates/Employees: Ability to obtain the P.O.S.T. certification in Basic Police Dispatch within 12 months of completing probation.Lateral Candidates/ Employees: Possession of the P.O.S.T. certification in Basic Police Dispatch.All Candidates/Employees: Possession of an appropriate, valid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record are a condition of hire. A satisfactory driving record is one absent of misdemeanor convictions or multiple infraction convictions. Loss of a driver's license and/or an unsatisfactory driving record may result in employee discipline, up to and including termination.Criminal Record:All Police Dispatchers shall not have been convicted of any felony. A misdemeanor conviction may result in applicant disqualification and employee disciplinary action, up to and including termination. A complete background investigation will be conducted prior to hire.
***A TYPING CERTIFICATE IS REQUIRED AND MUST BE ATTACHED AT TIME OF APPLICATION***TYPING CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT:
A typing certificate, validated within the last six (6) months, must be attached to your on-line application. Certificates indicating a typing speed of at least 45 net words per minute (wpm) will be accepted from a recognized employment agency, business school, or adult school. NO ON-LINE TYPING CERTIFICATES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
The certificate MUST:•Indicate it was a 5-minute timed exercise•Show the number of errors•Show the gross wpm•Show the net wpm (calculated by deducting 2 wpm for each error)
The City reserves the right to refuse any certificate and require a re-test.
If a valid typing certificate is not submitted at the time of application, your application will be disqualified.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENTThe conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
Environment: Work is performed in an office and/or emergency services dispatch center setting with extensive public contact; incumbents are required to work evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts; incumbents may be called back or held over to maintain staffing levels.Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office and emergency dispatch center setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard and headset; and to verbally and audibly communicate to exchange information.
Supplemental Information
EEO/ADA: The City of Antioch is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, please contact Human Resources at 925-779-7020 or HR@antiochca.gov prior to the final filing date.
BENEFITS:•HEALTH AND WELFARE - Cafeteria Plan is provided with a City contribution for the purchase of health, dental, vision, life insurance, and the employee assistance program. A cash payment option in lieu of benefits is available.•LIFE INSURANCE•RETIREMENT - California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS): 2.7% @ 55 for classic members or 2.0% @ 62 for PEPRA members•SOCIAL SECURITY - The City participates in the Medicare portion only•HOLIDAYS - 14 days per year•VACATION - 11 to 25 days per year depending upon length of service•SICK LEAVE - Accrue 12 days per year•DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN - City offers a 457 Plan•MEDICAL-AFTER-RETIREMENT ACCOUNT (MARA)•EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PLAN (Dispatcher and Lead Dispatcher only)
$800 per year reimbursement for books, tuition and mileage
Dispatchers
2.5%/month for Intermediate Post Certificate/AA Degree
5%/month for Advanced Post Certificate/BA/BS Degree
Lead Dispatchers
2.5%/month for Intermediate Post Certificate/AA Degree
5%/month for Advanced Post Certificate/BA/BS Degree•UNIFORM ALLOWANCE - $550/year (Increases $10/year for duration of agreement)•BILINGUAL PAY - $100/month•SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL - 2-1/2% for Swing and 5% for Graveyard
01
I understand the following: I MUST complete each section of the job application in full (i.e., reason for leaving). Incomplete applications will NOT be accepted. I must enter work history for the past ten (10) years and include any other pertinent experience, education, and training I possess. A resume will be accepted; however, it will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application.
YesNo
02
I understand this position requires that I possess and maintain a valid California driver's license by the time of appointment.
YesNo
03
Are you currently employed as a Police Dispatcher?
YesNo
04
Have you worked in the capacity of a Police Dispatcher in the State of California full-time or equivalent to full-time in the State of California?
YesNo
05
Please describe any specialized training and/or courses you have received related to this position such as law enforcement communications.
06
Do you have the ability to type or enter data accurately at a minimum of 45 net words per minute and have you uploaded a copy of your typing certificate to your application?
YesNo
07
Have you attached your typing certificate as outlined in the job bulletin?
YesNo
08
Have you successfully completed the POST Basic Dispatcher Academy?
YesNo
09
If you have completed the POST Basic Dispatcher Academy, have you uploaded your certificate to this application?
YesNo
10
Do you possess a POST Certification in Basic Police Dispatch?
YesNo
11
Please select how many years of experience you possess in a law enforcement agency in the capacity of public safety dispatcher that included utilization of a computer aided dispatch system to perform job duties.
No ExperienceLess Than Two YearsThree YearsFour YearsFive or More Years
12
The Police Dispatcher center operates 24 hours a day/7 days a week. You may be required to work mandated overtime and rotating shifts which could include nights, weekends, and holidays. Will this pose a problem for you?
YesNo
Required Question