Public Safety Dispatcher (Lateral) - $20K HIRING BONUS ELIGIBLE

City of Hemet, CA • Hemet, CA

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About The Position

The City of Hemet is accepting applications for Public Safety Dispatcher (Lateral) - HIRING BONUS ELIGIBLE. Public Safety Dispatchers are the unsung heroes and a lifeline for police officers. It's not a job for everyone, but the hundreds of people who call for help depend on your voice, your directions, and your knowledge to get through an emergency. If you are a highly motivated public safety professional ready to be part of a strong, cohesive team, then join the City of Hemet Police Department where our dispatchers are considered the backbone of the department. With state-of-the-art equipment and training opportunities, you'll provide the excellent service and security people have come to expect from the City of Hemet Police Department.

Requirements

• One year experience in typing and general clerical work.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Possession of a POST Dispatcher Basic Certificate.
• Ability to obtain a Class C valid California Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

• Some experience providing information and assistance to the public.
• College level coursework in radio communications or law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Receives requests for fire and police service over the phone.
• Dispatches police and/or fire units in response to calls for service.
• Keeps track of fire and police unit locations and status.
• Maintains constant radio communication with personnel in the field.
• Operates radio receivers and transmitters, telephone key modules, teletypewriters, and other communications equipment.
• Receives incoming telephone calls and evaluates requests for emergency services.
• Elicits and records essential incident information from callers.
• Determines the priority and dispatches personnel and equipment for emergency service.
• Answers routine inquiries and refers calls not requiring dispatches to appropriate departments.
• Maintains records of communications activities and updates special files, street lists, and maps.
• Tests communications equipment and reports malfunctions.
• Prepares paperwork for field personnel.
• Assumes supervisory duties in the absence of the Communications Supervisor.
• May perform matron duties.

Benefits

• Retirement through California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS).
• 100% premium coverage for employee only medical coverage.
• 100% premium coverage for dental and vision for employees and their dependents.
• 100% premium for a term-life insurance policy of $50,000.
• 100% premium for long-term disability insurance.
• Deferred compensation matching up to $125 per month.
• Educational reimbursement up to $2,500 per calendar year.
• Leave accruals including 120 hours annual vacation leave and 8 hours per month sick leave.
• Bilingual pay of $150 per month for eligible assignments.
• Uniform allowance up to $1,500.00 per year.
• Special compensation for training and on-call duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED