City of Oceanside
Public Safety Dispatcher - Lateral
City of Oceanside, Oceanside, California, United States, 92058
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The City of Oceanside Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Lateral Public Safety Dispatcher. This is a crucial role in ensuring public safety. To qualify as a lateral dispatcher, candidates must be employed as a Dispatcher by a public safety agency, have successfully completed probation with their current agency with at least one year of experience, and possess a California P.O.S.T. certificate. Those not currently working as a Dispatcher for a public safety agency are encouraged to apply for the Entry-level Dispatcher position. Prospective employees will undergo and must successfully pass a thorough police background investigation which may include a psychological evaluation, polygraph examination, a medical examination and a drug screening. Responsibilities
Under general supervision, receive and evaluate incoming administrative, emergency and 9-1-1 telephone calls for police and fire emergency and other calls for service; relay requests to appropriate personnel; dispatch appropriate police and fire personnel and equipment using radios, telephone and alarm signal communications; operate computer terminals; test communications equipment; maintain records and maps; keep command personnel informed of status of emergencies; and perform related duties as required. The Public Safety Dispatcher operates radio receivers and transmitters, telephone key modules, teletypewriters, computer terminal stations, alarm signal equipment and other communications equipment; receive and evaluate requests for emergency service; elicit and record essential incident information; determine priority and dispatch personnel and equipment in accordance with department procedures; answer routine inquiries and refer calls as needed; maintain radio contact with field units; maintain records of communications activities; and supervise in the absence of the Communications Supervisor. Qualifications
Experience and Training Experience: One year work experience as a California law enforcement Public Safety Dispatcher. Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. License/Certificate Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California driver's license. A California P.O.S.T. Basic Dispatch Certificate. Typing certificate of 45 Net Words Per Minute, with no more than five (5) errors. Knowledge Principles, practices, and procedures involved in public safety communications work. Geography of the City and the location of streets and important buildings. Operation of radio/telephone receiving and transmitting equipment; computer terminal and Teletype operations; rules, policies, and regulations regarding dispatching services; report writing; principles of supervision and dispatching operations. Abilities Understand English and communicate clearly with good diction and grammar. Learn and apply Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations governing voice, radio and teletype communications. Work effectively under emergency conditions; make quick and appropriate determinations; adapt to changing situations and priorities. Maintain accurate records; type accurately; read and interpret maps; remain courteous and calm with the public. Handle simultaneous calls; listen and comprehend radio calls while on the phone; establish and maintain effective working relationships. Write clear, concise reports and instructions; identify and implement efficient work practices; maintain sound decision-making; train others in the use of communications equipment. Other Environmental Conditions: Office environment; exposure to computer screens. Physical Conditions: Sitting for prolonged periods and wearing headsets while on duty. Additional Information
Note: Attach copies of your California POST Basic Dispatch Certificate and your current typing certificate to the application. Prospective employees will undergo a thorough police background investigation which may include a psychological evaluation, polygraph examination, medical examination and drug screening. A typing certificate with 45 Net Words Per Minute and minimal errors must be attached if submitting an online application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed applications but may be attached. Reasonable accommodations in the selecting process should be stated in writing with the application. The provisions of this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Seniorities and Employment
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Part-time Job function: Distribution and Supply Chain Industries: Truck Transportation
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Join to apply for the
Public Safety Dispatcher - Lateral
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City of Oceanside . The City of Oceanside is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The City of Oceanside Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Lateral Public Safety Dispatcher. This is a crucial role in ensuring public safety. To qualify as a lateral dispatcher, candidates must be employed as a Dispatcher by a public safety agency, have successfully completed probation with their current agency with at least one year of experience, and possess a California P.O.S.T. certificate. Those not currently working as a Dispatcher for a public safety agency are encouraged to apply for the Entry-level Dispatcher position. Prospective employees will undergo and must successfully pass a thorough police background investigation which may include a psychological evaluation, polygraph examination, a medical examination and a drug screening. Responsibilities
Under general supervision, receive and evaluate incoming administrative, emergency and 9-1-1 telephone calls for police and fire emergency and other calls for service; relay requests to appropriate personnel; dispatch appropriate police and fire personnel and equipment using radios, telephone and alarm signal communications; operate computer terminals; test communications equipment; maintain records and maps; keep command personnel informed of status of emergencies; and perform related duties as required. The Public Safety Dispatcher operates radio receivers and transmitters, telephone key modules, teletypewriters, computer terminal stations, alarm signal equipment and other communications equipment; receive and evaluate requests for emergency service; elicit and record essential incident information; determine priority and dispatch personnel and equipment in accordance with department procedures; answer routine inquiries and refer calls as needed; maintain radio contact with field units; maintain records of communications activities; and supervise in the absence of the Communications Supervisor. Qualifications
Experience and Training Experience: One year work experience as a California law enforcement Public Safety Dispatcher. Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. License/Certificate Possession of, or ability to obtain and maintain, a valid California driver's license. A California P.O.S.T. Basic Dispatch Certificate. Typing certificate of 45 Net Words Per Minute, with no more than five (5) errors. Knowledge Principles, practices, and procedures involved in public safety communications work. Geography of the City and the location of streets and important buildings. Operation of radio/telephone receiving and transmitting equipment; computer terminal and Teletype operations; rules, policies, and regulations regarding dispatching services; report writing; principles of supervision and dispatching operations. Abilities Understand English and communicate clearly with good diction and grammar. Learn and apply Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations governing voice, radio and teletype communications. Work effectively under emergency conditions; make quick and appropriate determinations; adapt to changing situations and priorities. Maintain accurate records; type accurately; read and interpret maps; remain courteous and calm with the public. Handle simultaneous calls; listen and comprehend radio calls while on the phone; establish and maintain effective working relationships. Write clear, concise reports and instructions; identify and implement efficient work practices; maintain sound decision-making; train others in the use of communications equipment. Other Environmental Conditions: Office environment; exposure to computer screens. Physical Conditions: Sitting for prolonged periods and wearing headsets while on duty. Additional Information
Note: Attach copies of your California POST Basic Dispatch Certificate and your current typing certificate to the application. Prospective employees will undergo a thorough police background investigation which may include a psychological evaluation, polygraph examination, medical examination and drug screening. A typing certificate with 45 Net Words Per Minute and minimal errors must be attached if submitting an online application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed applications but may be attached. Reasonable accommodations in the selecting process should be stated in writing with the application. The provisions of this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Seniorities and Employment
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Part-time Job function: Distribution and Supply Chain Industries: Truck Transportation
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