City of Montebello, CA
Salary :
$57,014.00 - $71,203.00 Annually Location :
Montebello, CA Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
FY25-26 Department:
Police Department Division:
Communications Opening Date:
08/05/2025 Closing Date:
8/19/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
APPLICATION FILING PERIOD
This recruitment is set to close on
August 19
, 2025
It is in the applicant's best interest to submit their application as early as possible. The eligibility list from this recruitment will be used to fill any current or future vacancies within 1 year of the established date.
The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time during the recruitment process. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice. JOB SUMMARY
Under supervision to dispatch, record information, and maintain contact with officers in the field; to assist with booking functions; and to perform related work as required.
EXAMPLE OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Performs public safety dispatch duties on an assigned shift to support police functions; receives emergency and business inquiries concerning questions, problems, crimes, and emergencies; determines nature and priority of calls, locations of incidents, and how to respond; maintains field contact with police officers, providing records information; indexes case records and incident reports; answers telephone lines, providing information and routing callers to appropriate staff; supplies a variety of information to Department visitors; assists with the maintenance of daily logs; operates a teletype system to request and send information; maintains emergency notification data for City businesses; monitors holding areas when occupied; confirms outstanding warrants with other law enforcement agencies; assists with the search, booking, and interrogation of suspects and prisoners.
QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of an appropriate California driver's license. Possession of a National Crime Information Center certificate insuring knowledge of laws and rules concerning nationwide teletype system, or ability to obtain within six months of initial appointment. Ability to complete the required California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training Basic Dispatcher course within one year of initial employment.
Training and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain this knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Graduation from high school or G.E.D. is desirable.
Work Background:
One year of experience in a responsible office assistance or dispatching position, preferably working with a police or other public safety agency. Knowledge of:
Basic functions, procedures, and policies of public safety operations. Laws and regulations governing the release of information from law enforcement agency records. Modern office methods, equipment, and procedures including automated equipment and software related to dispatch and office support functions. Proper telephone techniques and procedures. Geography of the local community. Operation of regulations governing the use of radio and teletype equipment. Booking and holding procedures and regulations. Ability to:
Compile, maintain, process, and prepare a variety of records and reports related to dispatch operations. Take complaints, gathering essential information for expeditious and accurate disposition of complaint. Operate radio, telephone, teletype, and automated equipment. Type at a prescribed speed of 40 words per minute. Interpret the policies, functions, and procedures of the Police Department. Assist with booking procedures. Follow oral and written instructions. Think clearly and act quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Maintain courteous and tactful but firm relationships with the public. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. **
The City of Montebello is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.
CalPERS 2.7% @ 55 or 2% @ 62, depending on member status Classic members pay 8% toward their employee contribution to CalPERS New CalPERS members pay 7.5% toward their CalPERS retirement 11 medical plans available, including dental & vision coverage, maximum paid by City is $1,650.00/mo. (3+-party coverage) Or in lieu of coverage, $350 per month medical incentive plan 12 paid Holidays up to 80 Vacation leave hours up to 96 Sick leave hours $30,000 term life insurance, $30,000 AD&D 30 hours bereavement leave per eligible incident Up to $1,500 per year tuition reimbursement (ANNUAL BUDGET PERMITTING) Deferred compensation plan available Bilingual pay available upon testing up to $150/month Education Incentive Pay Certificate Pay up to $50/month Long Term Disability Program ??? 01
Do you possess a valid California Driver's License?
Yes No
02
A Police Dispatcher works 3 days a week, 12 hours a day. Are you willing to work weekends, holidays and graveyards?
Yes No
03
What is your highest level of formal education completed?
High School Diploma/GED Some College Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree
04
How many years of responsible office assistance or dispatching position experience do you possess working with a police or other public safety agencies?
Less than 6 months of experience 6 months to 1 year of experience 1 year to 2 years of experience 2 year or more of experience
05
Why do you feel you would be the ideal candidate for this position? Required Question
$57,014.00 - $71,203.00 Annually Location :
Montebello, CA Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
FY25-26 Department:
Police Department Division:
Communications Opening Date:
08/05/2025 Closing Date:
8/19/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
APPLICATION FILING PERIOD
This recruitment is set to close on
August 19
, 2025
It is in the applicant's best interest to submit their application as early as possible. The eligibility list from this recruitment will be used to fill any current or future vacancies within 1 year of the established date.
The hiring manager reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time during the recruitment process. This job posting may be closed at any time without notice. JOB SUMMARY
Under supervision to dispatch, record information, and maintain contact with officers in the field; to assist with booking functions; and to perform related work as required.
EXAMPLE OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Performs public safety dispatch duties on an assigned shift to support police functions; receives emergency and business inquiries concerning questions, problems, crimes, and emergencies; determines nature and priority of calls, locations of incidents, and how to respond; maintains field contact with police officers, providing records information; indexes case records and incident reports; answers telephone lines, providing information and routing callers to appropriate staff; supplies a variety of information to Department visitors; assists with the maintenance of daily logs; operates a teletype system to request and send information; maintains emergency notification data for City businesses; monitors holding areas when occupied; confirms outstanding warrants with other law enforcement agencies; assists with the search, booking, and interrogation of suspects and prisoners.
QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of an appropriate California driver's license. Possession of a National Crime Information Center certificate insuring knowledge of laws and rules concerning nationwide teletype system, or ability to obtain within six months of initial appointment. Ability to complete the required California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training Basic Dispatcher course within one year of initial employment.
Training and Experience:
Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain this knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Graduation from high school or G.E.D. is desirable.
Work Background:
One year of experience in a responsible office assistance or dispatching position, preferably working with a police or other public safety agency. Knowledge of:
Basic functions, procedures, and policies of public safety operations. Laws and regulations governing the release of information from law enforcement agency records. Modern office methods, equipment, and procedures including automated equipment and software related to dispatch and office support functions. Proper telephone techniques and procedures. Geography of the local community. Operation of regulations governing the use of radio and teletype equipment. Booking and holding procedures and regulations. Ability to:
Compile, maintain, process, and prepare a variety of records and reports related to dispatch operations. Take complaints, gathering essential information for expeditious and accurate disposition of complaint. Operate radio, telephone, teletype, and automated equipment. Type at a prescribed speed of 40 words per minute. Interpret the policies, functions, and procedures of the Police Department. Assist with booking procedures. Follow oral and written instructions. Think clearly and act quickly and calmly in emergency situations. Maintain courteous and tactful but firm relationships with the public. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. **
The City of Montebello is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws in its employment actions, decisions, policies and practices.
CalPERS 2.7% @ 55 or 2% @ 62, depending on member status Classic members pay 8% toward their employee contribution to CalPERS New CalPERS members pay 7.5% toward their CalPERS retirement 11 medical plans available, including dental & vision coverage, maximum paid by City is $1,650.00/mo. (3+-party coverage) Or in lieu of coverage, $350 per month medical incentive plan 12 paid Holidays up to 80 Vacation leave hours up to 96 Sick leave hours $30,000 term life insurance, $30,000 AD&D 30 hours bereavement leave per eligible incident Up to $1,500 per year tuition reimbursement (ANNUAL BUDGET PERMITTING) Deferred compensation plan available Bilingual pay available upon testing up to $150/month Education Incentive Pay Certificate Pay up to $50/month Long Term Disability Program ??? 01
Do you possess a valid California Driver's License?
Yes No
02
A Police Dispatcher works 3 days a week, 12 hours a day. Are you willing to work weekends, holidays and graveyards?
Yes No
03
What is your highest level of formal education completed?
High School Diploma/GED Some College Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree
04
How many years of responsible office assistance or dispatching position experience do you possess working with a police or other public safety agencies?
Less than 6 months of experience 6 months to 1 year of experience 1 year to 2 years of experience 2 year or more of experience
05
Why do you feel you would be the ideal candidate for this position? Required Question