Police Dispatcher I

California State University System • San Luis Obispo, CA

97d • $60,000 - $64,880

About The Position

Under the administration of the Chief of Police, the Cal Poly Police Department (CPPD) is responsible for the safety, health and well-being of the university community. The CPPD consists of two divisions, the Operations division (Patrol) and the Support division (Communications and Records). The Dispatcher I reports directly to the Communications & Records Manager.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to type 40 wpm.
• One year of demonstrated competency using a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) and a two-way radio communication system in a law enforcement or comparable agency within the last ten years.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment background and fingerprinting check, general medical examination, drug test, and hearing test.
• Must have completed or be able to attend and successfully complete the Police Officers Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) Dispatcher Course within one year of hire.
• Must have successfully completed or be able to complete within one year of hire, the P.O.S.T. Communication training Officer course AND the P.O.S.T. Records Clerk Course.

Responsibilities

• Receive complaints and calls for service, and dispatch and communicate with field units.
• Utilize information systems such as CJIS, CLETS, DMV, DOJ, CSAR, Cal-Photo, CCPOR, NCIC, NLETS, T2 Parking system, and local warrant CJIS system.
• Present, describe and summarize information orally using clear, concise and appropriate language.
• Effectively converse using police radio systems.
• Enter, research and retrieve data using computerized and automated dispatch and law enforcement systems.

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Retirement participation in the Public Employees' Retirement System.
• Educational benefits for eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees