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The City of Sunnyvale invites applications for Public Safety Dispatcher in Training. Under supervision and in a trainee capacity, processes emergency and non-emergency calls for service; dispatches police, fire, medical, rescue, animal control or other emergency equipment, by telephone or radio, utilizing complex technical aids, such as computer aided dispatch systems (CAD); and performs other related duties as assigned.

Public Safety Dispatcher-In-Training is the entry and trainee level in the public safety dispatcher series. Under close supervision, incumbents are trained in dispatching techniques, equipment, and protocols. Work assignments change frequently to facilitate training. Employees are subject to daily and weekly observation reports until they demonstrate the ability to perform independently. This is an alternately staffed classification. Public Safety Dispatcher-In-Training incumbents are required to achieve the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to advance to the Public Safety Dispatcher level within the twelve-month probationary period.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefit package. A complete application packet will consist of a City of Sunnyvale employment application, responses to the required supplemental questions, a current (dated within one year of application) T-Score of 55 or higher on the POST Entry-level Dispatcher Selection Test Battery, and a typing certificate verifying 35 or more net words per minute (online and in-person typing certificates will be accepted for this specific recruitment).

The position opens June 13, 2022, and close on August 8, 2022, with the first application review on Monday, July 18, 2022. For complete information regarding this opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov, click on: City Jobs.

Public Safety Dispatcher in Training

$41.38 - $45.62

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking to fill the position of Public Safety Dispatcher with an energetic and highly motivated individual who possesses excellent customer service, technical and interpersonal skills.

 
Under general supervision of the Senior Public Safety Dispatcher, processes emergency and non-emergency calls for service; dispatches police, fire-fighting, medical, rescue, animal control or other emergency equipment, by telephone or radio, utilizing complex technical aids, such as computer aided dispatch systems (CAD); and performs related work as required.

The minimum qualifications required for this position are: Graduation from high school or tested equivalent; and Two years of experience dispatching police and/or fire services for a public safety agency utilizing contemporary dispatching technical tools, including computer aided dispatching systems; or successful completion of probation as a Public Safety Dispatcher-in-Training with the City of Sunnyvale.

The City of Sunnyvale provides an excellent benefits package. A complete application packet will consist of a City of Sunnyvale employment application, responses to the required supplemental questions and a current (dated within one year of application) typing certificate verifying 35 or more net words per minute (online typing certificates will not be accepted). The position opens June 13, 2022 and is open until July 11, 2022.

For complete information regarding this current opportunity, please visit: Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on JOBS.

Salary $99,634.29 - $121,106.13 Annually

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.  In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Associate Transportation Specialist classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. 

Per the City’s COVID19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy, the City requires all employees starting on or after February 11, 2022, to provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment absent a documented medical and/or religious exemption. Proof of vaccination means that employees are required to be “up-to-date” with regards to the COVID-19 vaccine. Consistent with the Santa Clara County Public Health Order issued on December 28, 2021, "up-to-date" means that an employee is not only "fully vaccinated," but has also obtained any booster doses of a COVID-19 vaccination for which they are eligible, within 15 days of first becoming eligible.

The Department of Transportation is looking to fill two Associate Transportation Specialist positions for the following Division:

Transportation Planning and Project Delivery Division

The Legislative and Policy Lead Associate Transportation Specialist position in the Transportation Planning and Project Delivery Division. The incumbent of the position develops, analyzes, and influences federal, state, and regional transportation policy on behalf of DOT and the City.  The position performs work of considerable political and technical sensitivity. The successful candidate will work closely with DOT and City leadership to manage a legislative and policy portfolio that protects and proactively grows the City’s ability to build, operate, and maintain the City’s multi-modal transportation system.

Key duties include but are not limited to: 
• Represent the DOT at meetings with internal and external stakeholders, including by presenting and/or facilitating public meetings  
• Coordinate with Intergovernmental Affairs, the City Attorney’s Office, the City’s lobbyists in Sacramento and Washington, D.C., and others to strategize and articulate positions and memorandum 
• Analyze legislation and other policy proposals with impacts to transportation outcomes and/or funding and coordinate responses with relevant DOT and other city staff 
• Write and edit memorandum, letters, presentations, and other communications analyzing and explaining policy options and recommendations 
•  Track and influence Federal, State and regional legislation and/or policies, including through regularly monitoring relevant news and reports, providing timely and digestible information to decision-makers, providing testimony, engaging with relevant associations (for example, the California Big Cities Transportation Coalition, National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO), League of California Cities or Transportation for America), and participating in meetings and events 
• Identify and influence the development of funding opportunities at all levels of government 
• Proactively connect the dots and build partnerships among DOT staff, other City departments and organizations outside of the City to advance mutually beneficial goals 

Transportation and Parking Operation Division, Streetlights and Asset Management Section

San Jose operates and manages a network of over 65,000 streetlights throughout the City.  The Associate Transportation Specialist (ATS), under the direction of the Senior Engineer, supports the management and enhancement of the City’s streetlights system, helping to create an environment for improved roadway and personal safety.  The ATS leads the effort to accurately document the City's inventory of streetlight infrastructure assets.  This position requires the ability to proactively manage projects and effectively coordinate with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.

Key duties include:
• Assist with the planning and implementation of new streetlight operations, features, or products that align with City vision and goals
• Coordinate with maintenance crews for streetlight operations and maintenance issues
• Collaborate with the Department of Public Works to deploy streetlights capital improvement projects
• Engage with consultants, contractors, and vendors to deploy and manage advanced streetlight systems
• Support citywide capital and development projects with planning and design review support related to the City's streetlight network
• Manage and operate streetlight control systems
• Monitor and report energy usage for streetlights
• Respond to resident streetlights concerns
• Participate in community engagement and public meetings, as necessary
• Perform field audit of existing streetlights assets
• Enhance, maintain, and monitor the streetlight GIS database
• Use GIS database to produce maps and perform streetlights data analytics
• Lead and mentor technical staff, including Geographic Information Specialists, in the performance of work by establishing achievement plans, tracking performance, creating a positive and engaging work environment, maximizing staff development opportunities, and providing appropriate recognition.
 

Selection Process
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process.  Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response. 
• If you have a bachelor’s degree, please provide your field of study. 
• Please describe your experience that supports your meeting the requirements for Associate Transportation Specialist. In your response, please list qualifying experiences in the following format: name of institution/employer, duration of employment, full-time or part-time status, and job duties. Your response should be consistent with your work history. (Please note: One year of work experience = 2,080 hours.) 
• If you selected Planning and Project Delivery, please describe your experience developing, evaluating, and influencing policy. In your response, include relevant experience in memorandum writing, testimony, policy analysis, and other techniques you have found effective; provide examples and the impact of your work on policy outcomes. If this does not apply, please write "N/A" for not applicable. 
• If you selected Parking Operation, Streetlights and Asset Management, please describe your experience in planning, design, and deploying streetlight systems; or developing and managing transportation asset databases. If this does not apply, please write "N/A" for not applicable.
• Please cite an example where you were involved in working with the community and/or multiple stakeholder groups on a project.  Describe the project, your role in any meetings or presentations that were held, and how you were able to influence the outcome of the project by handling/resolving issues among the stakeholders.
• Describe how you proactively maintain your expertise and keep informed of the latest developments in your area of specialty.  
• Describe your experience with complex projects requiring analytical work of considerable difficulty and formulation of recommendations.  In your response, please describe the steps you took in completing the analysis.

You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. 

If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Courtney Phommachack at Courtney.phommachack@sanjoseca.gov.

Per the City’s COVID19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy, the City requires all employees starting on or after February 11, 2022, to provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment absent a documented medical and/or religious exemption. Proof of vaccination means that employees are required to be “up-to-date” with regards to the COVID-19 vaccine. Consistent with the Santa Clara County Public Health Order issued on December 28, 2021, "up-to-date" means that an employee is not only "fully vaccinated," but has also obtained any booster doses of a COVID-19 vaccination for which they are eligible, within 15 days of first becoming eligible.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers.

The Community Energy Department is seeking to fill one (1) full-time Marketing and Communications Manager (Public Information Manager) position in the Account Management, Marketing, and Public Affairs Division. This advanced customer experience and communications position reports directly to the Deputy Director and will manage an existing Marketing and Communications team.

The Marketing and Communications Manager will serve as an expert to ensure San José Clean Energy follows a customer-centric approach to deliver an excellent customer experience. The Marketing and Communications Manager will also serve as the spokesperson for the Community Energy Department and manage internal and external communications. The ideal candidate will have a strategic outlook to align customer experience with organization objectives; a data-driven mindset to measure and track improvements; expertise in communication and storytelling to explain complex ideas and courses of action; and robust background in writing, community relations, marketing campaigns, and project management. Complex energy issues need to be clearly communicated to the public. This position will utilize strong industry experience to develop specialized marketing and behavior change campaigns, focus groups, and other community relations efforts to effectively serve all customers and improve service to traditionally marginalized communities.

The Marketing and Communications Manager will lead the department’s Marketing and Communications team to provide community outreach and engagement efforts. Typical duties of this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Build and manage strategic communication channels to reach diverse customer segments and stakeholders including websites, digital newsletters, social media, blogs, email, and direct mail.
• Optimize marketing to drive customer participation in products, programs, and services to decarbonize and achieve ambitious renewable energy and climate action goals.
• Conduct analysis of customer journeys to streamline processes, increase customer satisfaction, and build consensus among community advocates toward a clean energy future.
• Present to community and customer groups.
• Write and edit internal and external communications including press releases for media outlet distribution and op-eds.
• Respond to requests for information from media outlets and other stakeholders.
• Maintain and uphold the department’s public relations including collateral, logo, and brand materials.
• Support the department’s legislative policy campaigns.
• Oversee communication compliance with regulatory requirements, including customer notifications.
• Contribute to City Council memos and presentations.
• Develop and manage campaign budgets.
• Supervise and coach a team of communication professionals.
• Coordinate with the City’s Emergency Operations Center when needed.
• Other projects and assignments as requested.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Competencies:

The ideal candidate will possess the following competencies, as demonstrated in past and current employment history. Desirable competencies for this position include:

• Job Expertise – Demonstrates knowledge of and experience with applicable professional/technical principles and practices, Citywide and departmental procedures/policies and federal and state rules and regulations.
• Collaboration - Develops networks and builds alliances; engages in cross-functional activities.
• Fiscal Management - Understands the relationship of the budget and resources to the strategic plan; complies with administrative controls over funds, contracts, and procurements.
• Leadership - Leads by example; demonstrates high ethical standards; remains visible and approachable and interacts with others on a regular basis; promotes a cooperative work environment, allowing others to learn from mistakes; provides motivational supports and direction.
• Planning - Acts to align own unit's goals with the strategic direction of the organization; defines tasks and milestones to achieve objectives, while ensuring the optimal use of resources to meet those objectives.
• Political Skills - In taking action, demonstrates an understanding and consideration of how it will impact stakeholders and affected areas in the organization.
• Project Management - Ensures support for projects and implements agency goals and strategic objectives.
• Vision/Strategic Thinking - Supports, promotes, and ensures alignment with the organization’s vision and values; understands how an organization must change in light of internal and external trends and influences; builds a shared vision with others and influences others to translate vision to action
• Communication Skills – Effectively conveys information and expresses thoughts and facts clearly, orally and in writing; demonstrates effective use of listening skills and displays openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Per the City’s COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy, the City requires all employees starting on or after February 11, 2022, to provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment absent a documented medical and/or religious exemption. Proof of vaccination means that employees are required to be “up-to-date” with regards to the COVID-19 vaccine. Consistent with the Santa Clara County Public Health Order issued on December 28, 2021, "up-to-date" means that an employee is not only "fully vaccinated," but has also obtained any booster doses of a COVID-19 vaccination for which they are eligible, within 15 days of first becoming eligible.

The actual salary of selected candidates shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. Employees in the Parking & Traffic Control Officer (PTCO) classification may be eligible for a Living Wage Rate Adjustment.

DOT is currently seeking to fill multiple PTCO Full-Time (FT) and Part-Time (PT) positions.

The PTCO position in the DOT Parking Compliance Unit is responsible for patrolling assigned areas within the City limits and responding to complaints for illegally parked motor vehicles for the purpose of enforcing motor vehicle, roadway, garage and surface lot parking laws and regulations. In addition, the Parking Compliance Unit supports school safety and vehicle abatement programs and provides tow support for construction or street maintenance projects. This position is also tasked with providing vehicular and pedestrian traffic control during construction projects and special events within the City. The PTCO also provides education and information about parking laws and regulations and participates in community outreach activities. PTCOs patrol coverage areas without a partner by walking or driving. Individuals in this classification will be required to work alternate work shifts, including grave and swing, weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call.

More information on the typical duties can be found in the Class Specifications for Parking & Traffic Control Officer.

Selection Process
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the job-specific questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process may consist of one or more interviews, including a formal police background check.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process. Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response.
• Please describe your experience making independent decisions. In your description, please include the length of your experience and provide specific examples of independent decisions that you made. Include 3 factors you consider before making a decision.
• Please describe your experience enforcing a formal set of rules or regulations. In your description, please include your position, the length of your experience, the type of rules or regulations, and your methods of enforcement.
• Please describe your experience working in a team environment that required you to work closely and effectively with others. In your description, please include the number of people on your team, what your role was, and describe a specific situation in which you handled a conflict or challenge within the team. What did you do and what was the end-result?
• Please describe a situation where you dealt with a difficult customer. Please include a description of the incident, what was difficult, how you handled the incident, the outcome of the incident and what you learned from the incident.

You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration.

Submission of a resume is optional. However, submission of a resume in lieu of completing the education and work experience sections on the application or failing to answer all the questions will constitute an incomplete application and it will be withheld from further consideration.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. 

RESOURCES: If you need assistance with the online application system, please contact Human Resources (either by phone or in person). If you do not have access to a computer or the internet, there are computers for your use in the lobby of Human Resources.

City of San José - Human Resources

200 East Santa Clara Street

4th Floor, Tower

San Jose, CA 95113

Monday - Friday (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

(408) 535-1285

Other Requirements
DMV AUTHORIZATION FOR RELEASE OF DRIVER RECORD INFORMATION:  As part of the conditional offer, all candidates will be required to complete and submit the DMV Authorization for Release of Driver Record Information form and will be enrolled in the Employer Pull Notice (EPN) program. 

If you have questions about the duties of this position or the selection or hiring processes, please contact Nate Nakagawa at nathan.nakagawa@sanjoseca.gov.
 

DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Per the City’s COVID19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy, the City requires all employees starting on or after February 11, 2022, to provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment absent a documented medical and/or religious exemption. Proof of vaccination means that employees are required to be “up-to-date” with regards to the COVID-19 vaccine. Consistent with the Santa Clara County Public Health Order issued on December 28, 2021, "up-to-date" means that an employee is not only "fully vaccinated," but has also obtained any booster doses of a COVID-19 vaccination for which they are eligible, within 15 days of first becoming eligible.
 
Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third-party job board application system. To apply, applicants must complete an application via the City of San Jose’s website at www.sanjoseca.gov/citycareers.
 
The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience. In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Senior Public Information Representative classification shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation pay. This classification has tentatively agreed to receive a 4.5% wage increase in July 2022.
 
ESD is recruiting for a Senior Public Information Representative within the department’s Communications Division. This position plays a key role in the department’s recycling and sustainability programs. This staff supports the Public Information Manager and supervises three staff members.
 
Aligning with ESD’s mission, the Senior Public Information Representative helps develop and implement a range of communications strategies for projects and initiatives focused on enhancing the quality of life and environment for San José residents and businesses. 
 
The ideal candidates have excellent verbal and written communication skills; experience in project implementation and management, planning; supervision; marketing, community outreach and engagement; and a can-do attitude and strong interpersonal skills.
 
Typical duties include:
• Learning and maintaining in-depth knowledge of recycling, sustainability, and environmental programs
• Developing and implementing strategic communications plans and budgets
• Writing and editing ads, brochures, newsletters, website content, press releases, Council memos, and correspondence
• Responsible for maintaining, and managing SanJoseRecycles.org, a data base driven website
• Researching best practices to improve the effectiveness of communication strategies
• Overseeing surveys and other evaluation mechanisms
• Developing and implementing behavior change messages
• Initiating, developing, and maintaining productive working relationships with a variety of public and private agencies, organizations, and vendors
• Supervising up to four staff members
• Serving as a spokesperson and responding to media inquiries
• And other duties as assigned

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Selection Process
The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to the Job Specific Questions. Only the candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.
 
You will be prompted to answer the following job-specific questions during the online application process. Please note that there is a 4,000-character limit, including spaces, for each text response.
1. Please describe how you have helped achieve your organization’s mission. Please cite a specific example.
2. Please describe your experience planning, developing, and implementing a communication and/or marketing plan for diverse audiences. Include how you approached and delivered this product, how you measured its results, and what you would do differently.
3. Please describe your experience in writing content for promotional purposes. Include types of mediums (webpage, blog, newsletter, article, social media post, etc.), target audience, and results. In addition, please describe your experience in presenting to diverse groups. Include the topics covered, frequency, and the size of groups addressed.
 
You must answer all job-specific questions in order to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration.
 
If you have questions about the duties of these positions, the selection or hiring processes, please contact Phil Dunbar at Phillip.Dunbar@sanjoseca.gov.
 

Please click on the Job PDF below to view the full job announcement.

Under the general direction of the Administrative Services & Human Resources Director/Risk Manager, manage, plan, coordinate, participate in, and supervise the activities of the Fleet Section including all new vehicle purchasing, vehicle maintenance, and vehicle disposal. Assigned functions are equipment and vehicle mechanic services which City personnel and contractors provide. This is an exempt, mid-management level position that is charged with managing the Fleet function to include related regulatory compliance requirements and reporting. Work is performed using considerable independent judgment and initiative and is reviewed by means of conferences and analysis of objectives and results accomplished.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

1. Plan, organize and schedule activities related to fleet and equipment maintenance; establish work priorities involving vehicle and equipment maintenance, repair, and purchases/replacements; plan and schedule fleet and equipment maintenance/repair activities; develop programs for routine and preventive maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
2. Receive, evaluate and process work requests from City departments; establish divisional goals and objectives and determine work priorities and methods of achieving goals and objectives.
3. Apply City and Department policies, procedures, rules and regulations pertaining to the work and the work group; establish divisional policies, procedures and rules pertaining to the work group.
4. Manage and supervise subordinate employees; prepare and present work appraisals and performance evaluations; initiate disciplinary action as necessary; and identify and/or resolve subordinate complaints; provide and/or conduct staff training.
5. Coordinate computerized system to track vehicles and equipment, work orders, time and materials, and prepare periodic charge-back reports.
6. Coordinate projects and vehicle/equipment purchase with other City work units and outside contractors; assist in the determination of the need for use of contractors; prepare contract documents, vendor qualifications and Request For Proposal (RFP) specifications and requirements; participate in vendor/contractor selection; administer contracts.
7. Inspect work by employees and contractors in progress and upon completion to insure compliance with standards and specifications; advise customer departments of work in progress, operating problems and actual or potential delays.
8. Perform diagnostics and repairs on specialized vehicles and equipment as may be required or in emergency situations.
9. Develop and administer the five-year operating budget and the 20-year capital improvement budget, and monitor expenditures; recommends changes to the budget and provides documentation to support recommendations; perform budget analysis and project cost of divisional operation including staffing, equipment and supplies; develop cost of vehicles and equipment maintenance and replacement; project the useful life of vehicles and equipment and develop and recommend replacement schedules.
10. Prepare and distribute a monthly fuel consumption report to the Executive Group for all departments.
11. Prepare and coordinate surplus vehicles and equipment for disposal to a third-party auction company.
12. Prepare an annual Reporting Transmittal for the State of California Fleet Smog Check Program.
13. Prepare and maintain accurate documents to comply with the State of California Biennial Inspection Terminals Program.
14. Prepare and submit required annual reporting documents to the State Board of Equalization and the State of California Department of Toxic Substance Control.
15. Manage and coordinate all Underground Fuel Storage and automated fuel data system for required testing by a third-party contractor to comply with all local, county and state regulations.
16. Manage and maintain accurate and important documents to comply with the Department of Motors Vehicle regulations.
17. Prepare periodic reports and summaries; and direct and participate in the maintenance of necessary records.
18. Respond to questions, complaints and emergency calls and take appropriate courses of action.
19. Responsible for the maintenance of safe working conditions and practices. May serve on the city-wide safety committee and/or accident review/risk management committee.
20. Serves as a liaison to City departments and other agencies relative to assigned areas of responsibility.
21. Assist in the selection process for assigned personnel. May participate on an oral or practical board with other inter-city departments and other government agencies.
22. Attend and participate in multi division/department boards, committees or work groups related to fleet operations.
23. Attend and participate in professional groups and organizations to network and stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of fleet management as well as the automotive industry.
24. Perform related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education equivalent to an AA degree in automotive technology, automotive/equipment maintenance or a related field. The City of Gilroy retains the sole right to determine equivalency of education.
2. Six (6) years of recent experience in fleet and equipment maintenance and repair, including two (2) years of supervisory experience at a lead worker level or higher. Experience with large and/or specialized vehicles such as fire engines, police cars and Sewer System Trucks, vehicle purchasing programs, and environmentally friendly vehicles is strongly desired.
3. Additional years of related experience may be substituted for up to two years of the required education with one additional year of experience equaling one year of the required education.
4. Possess at least three valid ASE or equivalent certifications at time of hire and be willing and able to obtain additional ASE certifications that would assist in the performance of the job. The City of Gilroy retains the sole right to determine equivalency of certifications.
5. Possess and maintain a valid California Driver License and a safe driving record necessary to operate assigned vehicle(s). May be required to obtain and maintain a valid Class A California Driver License within twelve (12) months of hire. May be required to obtain endorsements. May be required to participate in the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol testing program, which includes submission to random drug and alcohol testing.
6. Pass a post-offer medical examination, which includes a drug test.
7. Is subject to weekend work, work on holidays, variable shifts and call back.
8. Prefer bilingual (English/Spanish).
9. Pass a Department of Justice criminal record check and background check for employment.
10. Prefer non-tobacco user.

ABOUT THE POSITION
 
The City of Gilroy is recruiting for the full-time position Public Safety Communicator in the Police Department. This is a lateral position requiring two and one-half years of public safety dispatching work experience. The general goal of the Communications Unit is to provide 24 hour emergency communication response for all police, fire, and medical emergency calls for service in a courteous and professional manner.
 
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
 
Under the direct supervision of the Communications Supervisor and under the functional supervision of the Watch Commander, answer emergency and routine calls from the public for Police, Fire, and medical assistance and general service and dispatch necessary personnel and equipment, perform other related duties as required. Work shifts including weekends, holidays, nights and evening hours. 

  Calling all EMS/FIRE and LAW ENFORCEMENT Dispatchers!
If you are currently an experienced public safety dispatcher, we want you!
 

What makes us the best? Our center dispatches for police, fire and medical and includes a progressive in-house training program, team based shifts from a dispatcher-developed schedule, fire "incident dispatch" and law enforcement "tactical dispatch" programs as well as many other career development opportunities and programs.   In the summer of 2019, Public Safety Communications will move into a newly constructed building containing a 911 Dispatch Center, Office of Emergency Services and the County's Emergency Operation Center.  The new state of the art dispatch center will also include a brand a new Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system. 

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• Knowledge of Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) operation.
• Knowledge of basic computer use in a business office and Communications Center environment
• Ability to operate various types of communications equipment including public safety telephones, two way radio systems, data terminals and other related technologies
• Ability to utilize available resources

NOTE: The successful incumbent MUST be willing to work day, swing, graveyard, rotating, holiday, and weekend shifts including preplanned and last minute mandatory overtime.