Public Safety Dispatcher
About The Position
The San Gabriel Police Department is recruiting for Public Safety Dispatcher. This position is an important part of the City’s public safety response system and provides an exceptional opportunity for the ideal candidate to develop a career in public safety with our historic “City with a Mission.” A career with the City of San Gabriel offers excellent pay and benefits, outstanding training and career development opportunities, and a great location for living and working in Southern California. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, customer service oriented, compassionate, and committed to providing outstanding service to the community. The ideal candidate is also detail oriented, able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment, has outstanding judgment and interpersonal tact, and is an outstanding communicator. Most importantly, the ideal candidate is a consummate professional who understands and exemplifies the principles of public service and the core values of the San Gabriel Police Department.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Two years (2) of increasingly responsible clerical, administrative, record keeping, and/or customer service experience
- Possession of a valid Class C California Driver’s License and ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record while employed with the city
- Must be able to attain a POST Dispatcher Certificate within one year of appointment
- Certification from an accredited business school, adult school, or employment agency verifying a minimum typing speed of 40 WPM
Nice To Haves
- Previous dispatching experience is highly desirable
- Experience working in local government is desirable
Responsibilities
- Maintain contact with all units on assignment
- Maintain status and location of field units
- Receive and enter 911 calls for service in the Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system
- Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
- Understand and follow oral and written directions as provided
- Create and edit a variety of documents
- Receive incoming telephone, teletype, and radio calls
- Operate standard office equipment
- Gather, analyze, and evaluate facts to reach sound conclusions
- Act quickly and calmly in emergencies
- Correctly interpret and explain applicable laws, codes, and regulations
- Perform other duties as required
Benefits
- excellent pay and benefits
- outstanding training and career development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
