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Answer the Call... Become a Dispatcher with the City of Belmont Police Department!

The City of Belmont is currently recruiting for Lateral Dispatcher candidates to fill current and future openings.

$81,796-$99,423 annually (depending on experience)
 

Why Belmont?

We are a Department located in the heart of the San Francisco Peninsula and adjacent to the Silicon Valley. Our diverse team of men and women pride themselves on making a difference in the community and continuing the Department’s long standing “Tradition of Service”.

As a Dispatcher with the City of Belmont you will be a part of a team dedicated to providing community oriented law enforcement, crime prevention, public assistance and education.

The Position

Dispatchers play a vital role in the department by answering both emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching units and providing information and assistance to the community. 

Dispatchers work twelve (12) hours shifts - with four (4) days off every other week.

Answer the Call... Become a Dispatcher with the City of Belmont Police Department!

The City of Belmont is currently recruiting for Entry-Level  candidates to fill current and future openings.

$81,796.00 Annually to Start
 

Why Belmont?

We are a Department located in the heart of the San Francisco Peninsula and adjacent to the Silicon Valley. Our diverse team of men and women pride themselves on making a difference in the community and continuing the Department’s long standing “Tradition of Service”.

As a Dispatcher with the City of Belmont you will be a part of a team dedicated to providing community oriented law enforcement, crime prevention, public assistance and education.

The Position

Dispatchers play a vital role in the department by answering both emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatching units and providing information and assistance to the community. 

Dispatchers work twelve (12) hours shifts - with four (4) days off every other week.

We are seeking energetic and outstanding individuals to join our team.  Ideal candidates are committed to working with their community in total partnership as we work together to improve the quality of life for everyone who works, lives and plays in our city. Public Safety Dispatchers are tasked with dispatching first responders including police, fire and medical services.

Date Posted:             December 14, 2018

Classification:          PARAEDUCATOR, SPECIAL EDUCATION

                                   Open recruitment

Work Schedule:       6.5 hours per day;
                                      5 days per week (Monday – Friday);
                                    10 months per year

Salary Range:          Step A          Step B          Step C          Step D          Step E
(hourly)                  starting          6 mos         18 mos        30 mos        42 mos
                                 $19.69         $20.68          $21.71         $22.79          $23.94

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $975.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $275.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Current Vacancy:     Student Services Division; Special Education Dept;
                                   K-12 Education Services Programs
                                   Various locations within San Mateo County

Application Deadline:          Open Until Filled

Job Summary:  Under the direction of an assigned certificated teacher, assist in caring for and reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom or other learning environment; assist students with performing daily living, special health care activities, and academics.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Assist in caring for and reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom or other learning environment; monitor/oversee student drills, practices and assignments in various subjects; confer with the teacher concerning lesson plans and materials, and provide input and suggestions to meet student needs
• Observe and control behavior of students in the classroom according to established policies and procedures; monitor students during outdoor, eating, field trip and various other activities as assigned; monitor and report progress regarding student performance and behavior
• Assist students with performing and developing independent living and self-help skills; assist students with personal hygiene including dressing, washing and grooming; assist students with eating and activities; toilet students and change diapers and soiled clothing as needed
• Escort students to and from buses, classes and other locations; push student wheelchairs; lift students in and out of wheelchairs and other equipment; load and unload students on and off of buses; accompany and assist students in mainstreamed classes and take notes as required
• Assist students with physical therapy, positioning, developing motor skills and related exercises as required; utilize adaptive equipment; assist students with developing independent walking and mobility skills; interact with and assist students during play, exercise and recreation
• Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP’s) and related goals and objectives; assist students with meeting IEP goals and objectives; maintain various records and files related to students, IEP’s, attendance, health care activities, and assigned duties
• Provide classroom support to the teacher as required
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures; maintain classroom and other areas in a safe, orderly and clean manner; wipe down and disinfect classroom equipment
• Provide medical assistance and health care to special education students as assigned; administer first aid and CPR according to established procedures as needed; assist students with tube feeding, seizures and other health care activities; dispense medications according to prescribed instructions
• Read books to students and observe their reading abilities; assist students with letter and word pronunciation and recognition; assist students with spelling and writing exercises and assignments

Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

EDUCATION:  High School diploma or equivalent
EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one (1) year of working with Special Needs students in an organized classroom setting

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

• Knowledge of methods, techniques, procedures, and practices utilized in the care of severely disabled children of all ages
• Knowledge of problems and concerns of students with special needs
• Knowledge of safe practices and procedures in classroom activities, and appropriate student conduct
• Ability to assist children with developing and performing social, independent living, communicative, self-help and learning skills and activities
• Ability to provide medical assistance and health care to special education students as assigned
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding, and receptive attitude towards children with disabilities
• Knowledge of basic subjects taught in County Office schools including arithmetic, reading, writing, grammar and spelling
• Ability to assist a certificated teacher in caring for and reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom or other learning environment
• Ability to monitor, observe and report student behavior and progress

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student activities
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information
• Mobility to chase and restrain students as necessary
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students
• Lifting and carrying students; pushing children in wheelchairs as assigned by the position
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:

1.     A review of application materials, including supplemental questionnaire, for education, training, experience, completeness, and accuracy

2.     A written examination (Basic Skills- pass/no pass)

3.     An oral board examination

Only the highest qualified candidates will be invited to attend the examinations.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

http://www.smcoe.org/employees-and-employment/personnel-commission

                           Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.

Date Posted:           December 14, 2018

Classification:          ITINERANT PARAEDUCATOR, SPECIAL EDUCATION
                                   Open recruitment

Work Schedule:       6.5 hours per day; 5 days per week (Monday – Friday); 10 months per year

Salary Range:          Step A            Step B            Step C            Step D            Step E
(hourly)                  starting            6 mos           18 mos           30 mos           42 mos
                                 $19.69           $20.68            $21.71            $22.79           $23.94

Benefits:  Total Compensation Package:  Placement on salary schedule.  If a medical plan is selected, the employee will receive a contribution of $975.00/month toward the selected medical plan (through CalPERS), Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  The employee pays the balance of their health premiums from their gross earnings on a pre-tax basis.  If a medical plan is not selected, employees will receive a contribution of $275.00/month toward single coverage for Delta Dental, and Life Insurance.  A vision plan (VSP) is also available.  Employees pay the worker contribution to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

Current Vacancy:     Student Services Division; Special Education Department;
                                   Early Childhood Education and K-12 Education Services Programs
                                   Various locations within San Mateo County

Application Deadline:          Open Until Filled

Job Summary:  Using a vehicle to conduct work, and under the direction of an assigned certificated teacher, assist in caring for and reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom or other learning environment; assist students with performing daily living, special health care activities, and academics.

Essential Job Functions:              

• Assist in caring for and reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom or other learning environment; monitor/oversee student drills, practices and assignments in various subjects; confer with the teacher concerning lesson plans and materials, and provide input and suggestions to meet student needs
• Observe and control behavior of students in the classroom according to established policies and procedures; monitor students during outdoor, eating, field trip and various other activities as assigned; monitor and report progress regarding student performance and behavior
• Assist students with performing and developing independent living and self-help skills; assist students with personal hygiene including dressing, washing and grooming; assist students with eating and activities; toilet students and change diapers and soiled clothing as needed
• Escort students to and from buses, classes and other locations; push student wheelchairs; lift students in and out of wheelchairs and other equipment; load and unload students on and off of buses; accompany and assist students in mainstreamed classes and take notes as required
• Assist students with physical therapy, positioning, developing motor skills and related exercises as required; utilize adaptive equipment; assist students with developing independent walking and mobility skills; interact with and assist students during play, exercise and recreation
• Assist with the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEP’s) and related goals and objectives; assist students with meeting IEP goals and objectives; maintain various records and files related to students, IEP’s, attendance, health care activities, and assigned duties
• Provide classroom support to the teacher as required
• Assure the health and safety of students by following health and safety practices and procedures; maintain classroom and other areas in a safe, orderly and clean manner; wipe down and disinfect classroom equipment
• Provide medical assistance and health care to special education students as assigned; administer first aid and CPR according to established procedures as needed; assist students with tube feeding, seizures and other health care activities; dispense medications according to prescribed instructions
• Read books to students and observe their reading abilities; assist students with letter and word pronunciation and recognition; assist students with spelling and writing exercises and assignments

Qualifications:  Any combination of education and experience providing the job knowledge, skills, and ability for successful job performance will be considered for positions in this classification.  Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

EDUCATION:  High School diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one (1) year of working with Special Needs students in an organized classroom setting

LICENSE:         Possession of/or ability to attain a valid California Driver’s License

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:     

• Ability to use a vehicle to work regularly at different sites on a changing basis
• Knowledge of methods, techniques, procedures, and practices utilized in the care of severely disabled children of all ages
• Knowledge of problems and concerns of students with special needs
• Knowledge of safe practices and procedures in classroom activities, and appropriate student conduct
• Knowledge of basic subjects taught in County Office schools including arithmetic, reading, writing, grammar and spelling
• Ability to assist children with developing and performing social, independent living, communicative, self-help and learning skills and activities
• Ability to provide medical assistance and health care to special education students as assigned
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding, and receptive attitude towards children with disabilities
• Ability to assist a certificated teacher in caring for and reinforcing instruction to individual or small groups of special education students in a classroom or other learning environment
• Ability to monitor, observe and report student behavior and progress

Physical Requirements:  Applicants must possess the physical abilities outlined below with or without accommodation.  San Mateo County Office of Education will consider reasonable accommodation requests.

• Seeing to read a variety of materials and monitor student activities
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information
• Mobility to chase and restrain students as necessary
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assist students
• Lifting and carrying students; pushing children in wheelchairs as assigned by the position
• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time

Examination Process:  The examination process for this classification will consist of:

                                1.     A review of application materials, including supplemental questionnaire, for
                                         education, training, experience, completeness, and accuracy

                                2.      A written examination  (Basic Skills- pass/no pass)

                                3.     An oral board examination

Only the highest qualified candidates will be invited to attend the examinations.

Personnel Commission

101 Twin Dolphin Drive

Redwood City, CA  94065

650-802-5300

classifiedjobs@smcoe.org

http://www.smcoe.org/employees-and-employment/personnel-commission

Proof of citizenship or legal status will be required upon offer of employment.

San Mateo County Office of Education provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons.  The recruitment, testing, and hiring of all personnel will be without regard to race, ancestry, national origin, age, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marriage status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, or veteran status.

The San Jose Police Department is accepting applications for BOTH the Public Safety Radio Dispatcher Trainee position AND the Public Safety Communication Specialist position.

Public Safety Communication Specialist - salary range is: $62,275.20 - $75,670.40 annually

Public Safety Dispatcher Trainee's earn $66,830.40 annually.  After training is completed, the salary range is: $74,214.40 - $90,209.60 annually. 

NOTE: In addition to the starting salary, employees in the Public Safety Radio Dispatcher Trainee and Public Safety Communication Specialist classifications shall also receive an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay.

Position & Duties - Public Safety Communication Specialist

The Public Safety Communication Specialist position is an entry level training position in the Communications Unit for the Police Department.  Public Safety Communication Specialists are required to handle the full range of telephone answering and dispatch functions.

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.

Mandatory overtime will be required during critical incidents or to maintain staffing levels.  Wearing a uniform is required; however, uniform expenses are partially reimbursed.  The wearing of a headset is also required and is purchased by the employer.  Incumbents receive paid training beginning on their first day attending the Basic Dispatch Academy.

These positions may require assignments to a Swing, Graveyard, or other non-standard shift; most work four 10-hour shifts followed by three days off.  There is a shift differential payment of $1.50/hour for Swing Shift and $1.75/hour for Graveyard Shift.

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Position & Duties - Public Safety Radio Dispatcher Trainee

The Public Safety Radio Dispatcher Trainee position is an entry level training position in the Communications Unit of the Police Department.  The key responsibilities for Public Safety Radio Dispatcher Trainee include:

Learning to dispatch police personnel and equipment on both routine and emergency calls utilizing the computer aided dispatch system, video display terminals, radio dispatching consoles, and related equipment; Answering the telephone and receiving emergency, non-emergency, and 9-1-1 requests for assistance; Inquiring, interpreting, verifying, receiving, and disseminating information from law enforcement computer networks relating to wanted persons, stolen property, vehicle registration, etc; Participating in field training exercises as needed to fully develop dispatching skills; Performing all related learning and testing activities.

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. 

For more information about the Police Departments, Communications Unit click HERE.

Formal training in the classroom and in the field will be provided in order to develop the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform the public safety dispatching functions.  Public Safety Radio Dispatcher Trainees must complete the training program and be appointed to the class of Public Safety Radio Dispatcher in order to retain employment.  Successful candidates must demonstrate excellent communication skills, strong customer service skills, and the ability to retain composure and work accurately under pressure in emergency situations. 

Candidates that are appointed will be required to attend the Basic Dispatch Academy for eight (8) weeks.  Candidates are paid when they begin academy training.  After the academy, candidates will continue on-the-job training, rotating through a number of assignments and shifts.  After successfully completing this portion of the training program, Candidates will begin a five (5) week Radio Academy and training program as a Public Safety Radio Dispatcher.  

Mandatory overtime will be required during critical incidents or to maintain staffing levels.  Wearing a uniform is required; however, uniform expenses are partially reimbursed.  The wearing of a headset is also required which is purchased by the employer.  Incumbents receive paid training beginning with their first day attending the Basic Dispatch Academy.

These positions may require assignment to a Swing, Graveyard, or other non-standard shift; most work four 10-hour shifts followed by three days off.  There is a shift differential payment of $1.50/hour for Swing Shift and $1.75/hour for Graveyard shifts.

The City of Albany is looking for qualified applicants who are interested in a fast-paced, rewarding career as a Public Safety Dispatcher.  The job classification for this position falls under the Communication Clerk job description with the City.  This position offers you a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the ability to be a part of a cohesive team environment.

Public Safety Dispatchers do skilled technical work in the operation of telecommunications and computer-aided dispatch (CAD) equipment to provide a vital communications link between emergency response units in the field, and locations where emergency assistance is requested by the public.

A Dispatcher performs law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical dispatch, and rescue-related telecommunications dispatch work in the City's 9-1-1 communications center.  Duties include:

• Operate computer aided dispatch systems, multi-line telecommunications and radio communications equipment to receive requests for emergency public safety assistance
• Determine the type and level of response necessary
• Accomplish timely and effective dispatch of emergency response units
• Monitor response and safety of responding units
• Retrieve supplemental information from other local, state, and federal information systems.  

The work is performed in accordance with prescribed communication center dispatch policies, procedures, and practices, and under the general direction of assigned supervisory staff.  Please note:  Dispatchers are required to work shift work that may include nights, days, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

Benefits

Retirement

• CalPERS Classic Members (employees hired on or after January 1, 2013, and defined as “classic” PERS members) participate in a 2% @ 60 retirement formula.
• New CalPERS Members as defined by PEPRA (employees new to PERS or with greater than 6 months gap in service with PERS) participate in a 2% @ 62 formula.
• This position participates in Social Security.

Health Insurance

• 9 CalPERS Health Plans to choose from.  Employer-paid family health insurance up to the Bay Area Kaiser premium rate.
• Deferred compensation in-lieu of health insurance at Kaiser single rate for employees choosing to opt out by providing proof of outside coverage.

Other Insurance

• Employer paid dental insurance through Delta Dental
• Supplemental Orthodontia reimbursement plan
• Employer paid life insurance in the amount of $50,000
• Employer paid long-term disability insurance

Other Optional Benefits

• Vision Insurance (VSP) - with competitive rates
• Section 457 deferred compensation program, administered through ICMA
• Section 125 flexible spending benefits plan for health care and dependent care expenses
• Commuter Checks

Vacation

• 11 days of vacation per year

Holidays

• 13 days of holiday pay per year

Sick Leave

• 12 days of sick leave per year

Education and Experience

No prior experience as a Public Safety Dispatcher is required to apply. 

• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Graduation from high school, a General Education Development (GED) certificate, or a California Proficiency Certificate
• At least one year of work experience performing clerical, receptionist, or public contact duties, preferably within a police or other public safety agency
• The successful candidate will be required to pass a comprehensive pre-employment background, polygraph, drug screen and psychological investigation

Other Requirements

• Successfully complete the P.O.S.T Basic Dispatcher course within six (6) month of employment
• Must be available to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and off-hour shifts
• May be required to work extended shifts in relief or emergency situations
• May be assigned to attend off-site training in lieu of assigned duties.
• Must be able to work a 4-day/10-hour schedule
• All Dispatchers wear a police department provided uniform

Selection Process

Interested individuals are highly encouraged to apply today!  The City will review all application materials and the most highly qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process.  Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the recruitment process and the Chief of Police will make a final recommendation for appointment.

To be considered for this recruitment you must submit BOTH documents with your application:

• A typing certificate verifying 35 or more net words per minute this is dated within one year.  To view local agencies who offer typing exams, visit http://www.albanyca.org/departments/human-resources/typing-certificates.    
• A CritiCall testing certificate that is dated within one year.  To sign up for a CritiCall test, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/d/ca--san-jose/criticall-/?crt=regular&sort=best.   

If you are currently employed as a dispatcher, you do not need to submit these documents with your application. 

If you have any questions, please email mimcquiston@albanyca.org call (510) 528-5715.

Recruitment Timeline

The dates below are tentative and subject to change.  All candidates moving to the next phase in the recruitment process will be notified and given the exact dates, times and locations of tests and interviews.

• Deadline to Submit Application - February 15, 2019
• Oral Board Interviews - March 6-7, 2019
• Interview with Chief of Police - Week of March 11, 2019

The information contained in this Employment Opportunity flyer is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.  The information contained above is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.   The City of Albany  is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability.  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Director at (510) 528-5714.

The Public Works Department is currently recruiting for a Communications Technician for the Radio Communications Shop.   

The Radio Communications shop maintains the communication system for the City of San José that is used by multiple departments, such as:  Police, Fire, Department of Transportation, Parks Recreation Neighborhood Services (Park Rangers), and Public Works (Animal Care & Services).  The City of San José public safety and city services depend upon the use of commercial radio communications equipment.  For police officers and firefighters, radio communications is the primary means of communicating with the 9-1-1 dispatch center in performing their duties.  These vast stand-alone radio systems with fault-tolerant designs are essential to providing the public with reliable emergency response services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year with demand for system survivability through any catastrophic event.

Key Responsibilities:

• Installation, maintenance and repair of mobile and portable radios, base and control stations, microwave systems, dispatch consoles, central electronic banks (CEB), voting receivers and comparators, digital Microwave system and P25 Land Mobile Radio (LMR) systems.
• Respond to trouble reports, perfom preventative maintenance and project assignments.  
• May update technical documentation including wiring block assignments, CEB programming and configurations, as-built drawings of installed equipment at City radio sites, specialized vehicular installations, and diagrams of the City’s various communications systems.
• May provide recommendations for process improvement changes with the input of technical staff.
• May construct and/or modify communications equipment and perform research on new equipment.

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.

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

The City of Foster City/Estero Municipal Improvement District

ANNOUNCES

 LATERAL POLICE/FIRE DISPATCHER

 (Previous experience as a Public Safety Dispatcher required)

$7,099 - $8,629 per month

Receives and dispatches 9-1-1 emergency and non-emergency calls from the public for police, fire and ambulance personnel, equipment, services, and after-hours public works services.

JOB-RELATED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:
standard radio and telephone communications receiving and transmitting equipment; modern office procedures, methods and computer systems.

Ability to:
enunciate, speaking clearly, distinctly, and concisely; learn to write in a legible, grammatically correct, and accurate manner to report and record information; learn, retain and utilize the full capabilities of the computer-aided dispatch system and other dispatch equipment in a quick and effective manner; learn, retain, and use broadcasting, departmental, and City procedures, rules and codes; learn, retain and use geographic detail within service area; hear and understand multiple messages and direction simultaneously; explicitly follow oral and written instructions; use mature judgment; apply a practical, thorough approach to a wide variety of circumstances and individuals; possess a strong work ethic; take initiative and illicit information from irate customers; exhibit excellent customer service skills.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities. A typical way would be:

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Experience: one year of experience working with radio and computer equipment, preferably in the field of law enforcement, fire or medical dispatching.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to memorize and retain detailed information; ability to listen and effectively act upon many directions and requests simultaneously; ability to learn, retain and apply procedural guidelines; work a variety of shifts and hours, including nights, evenings, days, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis; sit in a stationary position for long periods of time; reach, stand and hear to operate equipment; consistently maintain mental alertness, remain calm and composed in difficult and emergency circumstances.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND REGISTRATION:

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License
• Possess a POST Dispatcher training requirements as per POST guidelines.

HOW TO APPLY:
A City/District application and supplemental questionnaire are required for consideration and must be submitted no later than 5:00 pm Friday, January 25, 2019.  It is strongly recommended that you apply as soon as possible as we will only accept the first 100 applications for this position.  The application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted online by going to www.calopps.org. You may also obtain and submit the required application and supplemental questionnaire at the Human Resources Department, City of Foster City, 610 Foster City Blvd., Foster City, CA 94404. Fax – 650-574-3483. Job Hotline – 650-286-3562.

Lateral dispatchers do not need to send a copy of the POST certificate but must have experience as a public safety dispatcher.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
A limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. The selection process may consist of one or more of the following components: written exam, oral board interview, and assessment center.  An employment list will be established consisting of candidates that successfully complete the selection process.  This list will be in effect for one year or until exhaustion. A background check will be done before a conditional job offer is made. After a conditional job offer, applicants must complete a psychological exam, fingerprinting, and pre-employment medical examination.

The City of Foster City/Estero Municipal Improvement District

ANNOUNCES

ENTRY LEVEL POLICE/FIRE DISPATCHER

(Copy of POST Dispatch Certificate with T-score of 55 or higher required)

$7,099 - $8,629 per month

Receives and dispatches 9-1-1 emergency and non-emergency calls from the public for police, fire and ambulance personnel, equipment, services, and after-hours public works services.

JOB-RELATED QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:
standard radio and telephone communications receiving and transmitting equipment; modern office procedures, methods and computer systems.

Ability to:
enunciate, speaking clearly, distinctly, and concisely; learn to write in a legible, grammatically correct, and accurate manner to report and record information; learn, retain and utilize the full capabilities of the computer-aided dispatch system and other dispatch equipment in a quick and effective manner; learn, retain, and use broadcasting, departmental, and City procedures, rules and codes; learn, retain and use geographic detail within service area; hear and understand multiple messages and direction simultaneously; explicitly follow oral and written instructions; use mature judgment; apply a practical, thorough approach to a wide variety of circumstances and individuals; possess a strong work ethic; take initiative and illicit information from irate customers; exhibit excellent customer service skills.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities. A typical way would be:

Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent.

Experience: one year of experience working with radio and computer equipment, preferably in the field of law enforcement, fire or medical dispatching.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to memorize and retain detailed information; ability to listen and effectively act upon many directions and requests simultaneously; ability to learn, retain and apply procedural guidelines; work a variety of shifts and hours, including nights, evenings, days, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis; sit in a stationary position for long periods of time; reach, stand and hear to operate equipment; consistently maintain mental alertness, remain calm and composed in difficult and emergency circumstances.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND REGISTRATION:

• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License
• Possess a POST Dispatcher test certificate with passing score of 55 and higher and meet update training requirements as per POST guidelines.

HOW TO APPLY:
A City/District application and supplemental questionnaire are required for consideration and must be submitted no later than 5:00 pm Friday, January 25, 2019.  It is strongly recommended that you apply as soon as possible as we will only accept the first 100 applications for this position.  The application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted online by going to www.calopps.org. by  You may also obtain and submit the required application and supplemental questionnaire at the Human Resources Department, City of Foster City, 610 Foster City Blvd., Foster City, CA 94404. Fax – 650-574-3483. Job Hotline – 650-286-3562.

A POST Dispatcher test certificate is required for entry level, non-lateral applicants. Please send your certificate with a passing T-Score of 55 or higher to John Castanha at the Human Resources address listed above. Failure to send the certificate will result in disqualification from the recruitment process. 

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
A limited number of the most qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. The selection process may consist of one or more of the following components: written exam, oral board interview, and assessment center.  An employment list will be established consisting of candidates that successfully complete the selection process.  This list will be in effect for one year or until exhaustion. A background check will be done before a conditional job offer is made. After a conditional job offer, applicants must complete a psychological exam, fingerprinting, and pre-employment medical examination.