Police Communications Dispatcher

THE CITY OF EMERYVILLE / MANAGEMENT OF EMERYVILLE SERVICES AUTHORITY (MESA)

INVITES CANDIDATES TO APPLY FOR THE POSITION OF

POLICE COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER

Salary Range from $6,324 $7,688 Monthly

This position is open until filled.

About Emeryville :

Emeryville is located at the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area. The City is centrally located and accessible, resting at the east landing of the Bay Bridge and bounded by Interstate freeways 80, 880, and 580. Its central location is the gateway to an extensive region that includes all major northern California cities, businesses, and universities. The City is proud of its reputation as a leader in community development, cutting edge programs, and progressive approaches to organizational issues. Emeryville has evolved from an industrial environment to a retail / technology community.

About the Department :

The Emeryville Police Department is a proactive, professional, public safety organization that prides itself on its thoughtful interactions and unwavering support with / for the community. The Departments culture preserves a family atmosphere while maintaining its professional status, which strongly emphasizes a collaborative approach to problem-solving. In addition to basic services such as patrol and dispatch, the Emeryville Police Department provides special services such as traffic, bicycle, foot patrol, K9, field evidence, investigations, youth diversion, crime analysis, and other services. Members of the Department pride themselves on being an organization that is respected by law enforcement peers and fully responsive to the public safety needs of the community.

About the Position :

The 9-1-1 Dispatch Center provides a full array of public safety communications services for Police, Fire, and EMS on a 24-hour, 7-day basis. The Police Communications Dispatcher receives and transmits routine and 9-1-1 emergency telephone and radio calls, dispatches required personnel and / or equipment; performs responsible clerical work of moderate complexity; operates various dispatch center equipment including computer terminals; maintains equipment; and performs related work as required.

Successful completion of the California Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) Public Safety Dispatcher Basic Course is required within 12 months of hire and is a condition of passing the probationary period. The City of Emeryville Police Department will send employees to the course unless they are already in possession of the POST certification.

The Ideal Candidate will Possess the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities to :

Answer 9-1-1 emergency and routine calls for service

Dispatch appropriate personnel to location or incident scene

Respond to needs of officers involved in law enforcement related activities

Maintain composure during incident period and prioritize tasks according to importance

Relay information to other agencies and coordinate mutual response radio traffic

Operate a variety of equipment such as : Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system, record management system (RMS), personal computer, on-line computer terminal, vehicle, multiple-line telephone and police radio

Assess situations and make appropriate decisions consistent with established guidelines and training

Maintain accurate department and law enforcement records and files

Research and compile data and prepare reports of reported emergencies, equipment dispatched, and / or position of emergency

Act as first line answering point for the department and respond to requests from the public

Work various hours including rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required

Effectively use the English language including spelling, vocabulary, punctuation, and grammar

Minimum Qualifications :

For Entry Level :

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade

Must be at least 18 years of age by date of appointment

Experience in a customer setting, customer service involving public contact while performing multiple tasks is preferred

Either possess a Dispatcher Academy Certificate or have completed the POST Entry-Level Dispatcher Selection Test Battery or passed the National Testing Networks (NTN) Emergency Communications test

For Lateral Level :

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade

Must be at least 18 years of age by date of appointment

Experience in a customer setting, customer service involving public contact while performing multiple tasks is preferred

Possess a POST Public Safety Dispatcher Basic (or higher) Certificate

Licenses and Certifications :

Must obtain a POST Public Safety Dispatcher Certificate prior to completion of probationary period.

Typing Certificate

(Entry Level only) : The typing certificate must be issued within the last 6 months and demonstrate typing proficiency of at least 35 net wpm. The MESA will not accept typing certificates obtained from an on-line typing service.

Possession of a valid California Drivers License with a satisfactory driving record by date of appointment.

Other Requirements :

Must possess the mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office and law enforcement communications equipment; have the stamina to maintain attention to detail and work on a computer for an extended period of time; eye sight sufficient to read data, memos, spreadsheets, vouchers, and computer screens; the manual dexterity to operate a personal computer, typewriter, photocopier, and word processor; the ability to sit for extended periods; the ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach above and below the shoulders; able to lift and carry objects weighing up to twenty (20) pounds; work occasional long hours; and hear tones, signals, radio and phone traffic.

Desirable Qualifications :

Experience in dispatch or other law enforcement related field

Bi-lingual

Possession of College Credits

Possession of a POST approved Dispatcher Basic Academy Certificate

Possession of a POST Public Safety Dispatcher Basic Certificate or higher (obtained by passing a dispatcher academy and completing probation with any CA Law Enforcement agency)

Compensation and Benefits :

The MESA provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The salary range is $6,324 to $7,688 and benefits include :

Retirement : New Members 2% @ 62 PERS Plan (based on highest three consecutive years); Classic Members 2% @ 60 (based on highest three consecutive years); Under both plans, the employee pays the full employee contribution (7% for Classic Members or 7.25% for New Members).

Vacation : Employee accrues ten (10) working days per year. Maximum accrual of 2x annual accrual rate.

Holidays : Fifteen (15) paid holidays per year, including four (4) floating holidays (pro-rated based on date of hire).

Sick Leave : Fifteen (15) days per year, with unlimited accumulation.

Health & Welfare : Medical (to a capped amount), Dental, and Vision care coverage paid by the agency for the employee and eligible dependents.

Misc.

Benefits :

MESA provides Life / AD&D, long-term disability (LTD), and employee assistance program benefits.

A complete benefits summary can be found at : Summary of Benefits.

Probationary Period / Representation Benefits :

The probationary period for new employees is twelve (12) months, which may be extended by an additional three (3) months. This position is represented by SEIU, Local 1021.

The Selection Process :

Stage I : Application and Certificate (Pass / Fail)

• The first stage in the selection process will consist of an application and certificate appraisal review (pass / fail). If you possess any of the following, you should attach them to your application.

Dispatcher Academy Certificate or confirmation you have completed the POST Entry-Level Dispatcher Selection Test Battery (T-Score)

or your test results from National Testing Networks (NTN) Emergency Communications test, which shows you passed the test.

POST Public Safety Dispatcher Basic (or higher) Certificate (Lateral Level)

Typing Certificate (Entry level) :

The typing certificate must be issued within the last 6 months and demonstrate typing proficiency of at least 35 net wpm. The MESA will not accept typing certificates obtained from an on-line typing service.

Applications submitted without the applicable attachments will not be given further consideration.

Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement to the next stage. Only the most suitably qualified candidates will be invited to Stage II.

Stage II : Assessment Examination (Weighted 100%)

The second stage of the selection process is designed to measure abilities that are both important to the successful performance of duties and necessary for candidates to possess before hire. The process will consist of an oral interview, a background investigation, a polygraph examination, a medical examination, and a psychological examination which will measure an individual's ability to work under stress and adapt to a strict working environment.

Candidates must achieve a passing score on the oral examination to be placed on the hiring list for employment consideration.

The MESA reserves the right to modify the selection process, as necessary, to conform to administrative or business necessity.

To Apply :

To be considered for this exciting career opportunity, you must submit a completed application and attach all applicable documents to your application (paper applications will not be accepted).

For more information about the City of Emeryville, please visit www.emeryville.org. If you have questions about this position, please contact the Human Resources Department at 510-596-4392.

Screening Process :

Please do not call to confirm receipt of your application or to check your application status. Applicants whose backgrounds most closely match the requirements of the position may be invited to participate in the next step of the recruitment process.

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION :

The City / MESA is an equal opportunity employer and supports workplace diversity. Reasonable accommodations will be made for applicants who need special accommodations to participate in the recruitment process. Qualified individuals may receive a reasonable accommodation, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act, during any phase of the recruitment process. If an accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Department at 510-596-4392 as soon as knowledge of a need for an accommodation is known.

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