Public Safety Dispatcher - Lateral

About Livermore

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The City of Livermore, with a population of 91,000+ residents, is located in Alameda County, approximately forty miles east of San Francisco, and adjacent to the San Joaquin Valley. Livermore’s heritage includes historic vineyards and a tradition of ranching and agriculture. Today, our City continues to expand its wine-making industry and celebrate our annual rodeo. Livermore is home to two world-renowned national laboratories, nineteen wineries, a general aviation airport, and three golf courses.

Livermore’s local and regional economy is strong and diverse. Our inclusion within the Northern aspect of the Silicon Valley and other major Northern California market and employment centers, enables us to benefit from business development and expansion, while preserving the quality of life that originally brought people to Livermore.

The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.

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Location

1110 South Livermore Ave Livermore, 94550

Description

The City of Livermore is currently accepting applications for the position of Public Safety Dispatcher - Lateral. Apply online at www.LivermoreCA.gov to be considered. This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time.

THE POSITION

Public Safety Dispatchers receive 9-1-1 system emergency and non-emergency calls and dispatch assignments according to police procedures. Dispatchers also provide support services; maintain records; and may be assigned to assist in processing of arrested persons.

Job PDF:

Lateral PSD - job announcement - 11-2022.pdf

Ideal Candidate

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities, & characteristics:

High energy and excellent multi-tasking and prioritization skills which are required to succeed in this fast paced emergency environment
A genuine interest in serving the needs of others and the community
A willingness to learn new tasks as well as perform routine tasks at an optimal level of performance
Team oriented and an effective communicator
Willingness and ability to work 11 hour shifts on a 4-11 work schedule
Meet the City's keyboarding standard of 35 net words per minute

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Two years of experience involving heavy public contact while performing multiple tasks and using a computer. To be eligible for the Public Safety Dispatcher - Lateral position, you must be currently employed as an emergency dispatcher with a police agency and have completed the probationary period.

Education: Equivalent to graduation from high school. College course work in communications, business administration, or a related field are desirable.

Certifications: Possession of the CA POST Public Safety Dispatching Certificate is required at time of appointment to be eligible for this lateral recruitment.

Other and Special Requirements: Willingness and ability to work any shift in a 24 hour period, and holidays, weekends, scheduled and emergency overtime; view all other essential requirements on-line at www.LivermoreCA.gov.

The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.

Recruitment Contact

Contact phone:

(925)960-4100

Contact email:

HR@LivermoreCA.gov

Public Safety Dispatcher - Lateral (20314830)