Public Safety Dispatcher I / II Flex - Lateral

DESCRIPTION

Public Safety Dispatcher II : $5,695 - $6,922 monthly

We are not just a public safety agency - we are a dynamic team of individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact on our community. We believe in fostering a work environment that blends professionalism with a spirit of camaraderie and fun. As a Corona Police Department Public Safety Dispatcher II, you will be at the forefront of ensuring public safety while enjoying a supportive and inclusive workplace that values your growth, well-being, and contributions. Join our cutting-edge team as a Police Dispatcher, where quick thinking, sharp judgment, and top-notch customer service are the name of the game. Be the unsung hero who keeps calm in the storm, making split-second decisions that save lives. If you are up for a thrilling career that combines problem-solving with teamwork and a touch of adrenaline, we want you on our team. Step up to the challenge and be part of the force that's shaping the future of public safety. Your journey starts here!

If you are passionate about public safety and a hard worker looking to join a fun and "relaxed" working environment this is the perfect position for you. Unlike most positions our dispatchers get to enjoy casual dress attire have a stocked snack bar 24 / 7 and can enjoy massage chairs during their breaks. We work hard to ensure mental and physical wellness within our department. Furthermore, dispatchers qualify for additional pay incentives such as time and one-half for all holidays worked plus receiving pay for 10 hours in lieu of the holiday. Dispatchers working overtime shall receive either pay or compensatory time off (CTO).

Candidates must be available to work assigned and rotating shift and extended hours, including weekends and holidays.

To be considered for this position you MUST :

1. Actively be working in a dispatch capacity

2. Attach a valid 5-minute typing certificate of at least

40 wpm or more (test must be taken within 1 year from application date)

online testing agencies accepted.

3. Possess a POST Basic Public Safety Dispatch Certificate

attach to your application.

Candidates who do not meet these 3 requirements will be disqualified from consideration and are recommended to apply for the Public Safety Dispatcher I / II- Entry Level.

Knowledge & Education

• Completion of the twelfth (12th) grade or equivalent.
• Knowledge of operations and services of a comprehensive municipal law enforcement agency and the dispatch function. Including methods and techniques of receiving, prioritizing, and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
• Familiar with principles, practices, methods, techniques, and terminology used in public safety dispatching, including computer aided dispatch and related emergency systems.

Skills / Abilities

Experience

Characteristics

This position is FLSA Non-Exempt eligible for overtime compensation.

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Application Process

This recruitment will be opened on a continuous basis. Candidates are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time. You will not be able to submit an application for this position once the recruitment closes.

Candidates that successfully pass the screening process may be invited for an in person oral interview. The top scoring candidates from the oral interview will be placed on an eligibility list and will be contacted by the department to start the background process in ranked order as vacancies arise.

The selected candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation, psychological exam, and medical exam with the Corona Police Department. Background investigation will include but is not limited to the following :

COMMUNITY

A City whose heritage spans more than a century, the City of Corona, located in Riverside County, California, encompasses around 40 square miles and has a vibrant, culturally diverse population of approximately 168,100 residents. Residents of Corona enjoy a variety of cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities that provide a first-rate quality of life for its residents and visitors. Within an hour's travel time, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy such winter activities as snowboarding and skiing and such summer activities as surfing, boating, or simply relaxing on a beach. Corona's economy is strong and getting stronger; more than 84,000 people work here. Our retail, commercial, and housing areas are expanding, and office development continues to be strong.

THE ORGANIZATION

The City of Corona is a General Law city operating under a Council-Manager form of government. Policymaking and legislative authority is vested in the City Council, consisting of a Mayor and four Council Members. Members of the City Council are elected by District to a four-year term. The Mayor is selected by the Council and serves as the presiding officer for one year.

The City is organized into the following departments / organizational units : Community Services, City Manager's Office, Economic Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Legal and Risk Management, Police, Planning & Development, Public Works and Utilities. Oversight of these departments is divided between the City Manager and two Assistant City Managers.

The City's total operating budget for Fiscal Year 2025 is $ 399.1 million with a General Fund operating budget of $ 209.6 million. Corona enjoys a workforce of 922 dedicated employees who provide high quality services to its residents and visitors each day.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

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PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

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