Public Safety Dispatcher

Position Overview

Public Safety Dispatchers handle emergency and non-emergency calls.

Responsibilities include:

Using computer-aided dispatch systems
Dispatching police, fire, or other city services
Providing assistance and information to callers
Coordinating communication between field units and other agencies

Minimum Qualifications

Experience: Two (2) years of experience as a public safety dispatcher for a Public Safety Answering Point, including heavy public contact while performing multiple tasks and using a computer-aided dispatch system.
Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
Licenses and Certificates: Completion of the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Basic Public Safety Dispatcher course is highly desirable.

Benefits & Perks

15 paid holidays
80+ hours vacation
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life & disability insurance
CalPERS pension plan (no Social Security deductions)
Tuition & wellness reimbursements
Deferred compensation plans (457)
Professional development support

Step 1

Fill Out the Form Below

Start by completing the short form at the bottom of this page. After submitting it, you’ll receive a text and email with a few quick questions to confirm that you meet the basic requirements for the role. This helps us determine your eligibility before moving forward.

Step 2

Complete the Full Application

Once you pass the pre-screening, we’ll send you a direct link to complete the official application for the Police Officer position.

Step 3

Pre-Background Survey

Complete a short survey via SurveyMonkey.

Step 4

Job-Related Testing (1-Day Process)

Schedule:

8:30 AM: Check-in begins (bring photo ID)
9:00 – 11:00 AM: Physical Agility Exam (WSTB) + 1.5-mile run
11:30 AM – 2:45 PM: PELLETB written exam

Submit valid WSTB and/or NTN scores (dated within 12 months) instead.

Step 5

Eligible List

Qualified candidates will be placed on a ranked list for potential hire.

Step 6

Background Investigation

Includes fingerprinting, credit/criminal check, drug test, polygraph, and psychological/medical exams.