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    Public Safety Dispatcher - Benicia, United States - City of Benicia, CA

    City of Benicia, CA
    City of Benicia, CA Benicia, United States

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    Salary : $68, $83,821.92 Annually

    Location : City of Benicia, CA

    Job Type: Full Time

    Job Number: 23/24 #8

    Department: Police

    Opening Date: 01/01/2024

    Closing Date: 6/30/2024 11:00 PM Pacific

    Definition

    PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER - LATERAL

    BASE SALARY UP TO $83,

    Does not include:
    *Certificate Pay

    *Solo Pay

    *On-Call Pay

    *Shift Differential 5% and 7%

    *Longevity Pay (includes your prior LE experience)

    *Uniform Allowance

    Other benefits:

    *Eligible to accrue vacation leave based on previous years of service.
    *Workout on duty program.
    *Treadmill at a working console.
    *Choice of equipment (i.e. headset, etc.)
    *Casual Uniform.
    *Education reimbursement program.
    and so much more

    The City of Benicia is recruiting for the position of Public Safety Dispatcher to establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.

    IMPORTANT NOTE:

    This recruitment is for experienced lateral candidates; this is not an entry level position.

    If you have any questions regarding the Public Safety Dispatcher position, please contact Sarah Patchin at

    Distinguishing Characteristics

    Under general supervision, receives 911 emergency and routine calls for service from the public, monitors radio traffic and dispatches Police and Fire units, processes and files crime reports, arrest reports, and other Police Department documents, and performs other related tasks as required.

    The Public Safety Dispatcher is assigned to the Communications Center within the Police Department to receive requests for Police and Fire assistance and take appropriate action. The Public Safety Dispatcher is assigned to the Communications Center within the Police Department to receive requests for Police and Fire assistance and take appropriate action.
    Representative Duties / Qualifications

    For a full job description, please click

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:Any combination of experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and ability would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and experience would be:

    Education:
    • Equivalent to graduation from high school.
    Experience:
    • One (1) year of clerical experience, preferably including experience involving direct public contact.
    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
    • Must have the ability to work any shift, holidays, weekends, scheduled and emergency overtime and work under potentially stressful situations;
    • Must adhere to P.O.S.T Code of Ethics, display loyalty to the department, city government, and community;
    • Must be able to sit for long periods of time and meet the standards of stature by physical exam, as well as pass a polygraph and psychological screening, background investigation, written and oral examinations;
    • Must have no record of felony criminal convictions or misdemeanor convictions, which could affect credibility as a witness in a court of law.
    • Minimum age of 18 years by date of employment.
    REQUIREMENTS TO BE CONSIDERED A LATERAL CANDIDATE:
    • Must have successfully completed P.O.S.T. Basic Academy Training and possess a current P.O.S.T. Basic Certificate (attach a copy).
    • Must be currently employed as a public safety dispatcher in the state of California.
    • Candidates not meeting the aforementioned criteria will be considered entry level.
    Supplemental Information

    APPLICATION PROCESS:

    Applications are accepted on a continuous basis. Individuals interested in being considered for the Public Safety Dispatcher - Lateral position must submit an application and responses to the required supplemental questions by the final filing date. Verification of candidate's POST Public Safety Dispatchers' Basic Course Certification is required at time of application; results may be uploaded and attached to your online application. It is preferred you apply through the NeoGov system by using the link:

    Applicants are expected to accurately document their related experience and any training, education, and/or skills relevant to this position. Applicants should respond to all supplemental questions, even if the information is also contained in the application.

    The application must be completed in its entirety. Incomplete applications MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION.

    SELECTION PROCESS:

    Application materials will be carefully evaluated; applicants who document possession of experience and education which most closely meet the requirements of the position will be invited to participate in the next phase of the selection process, which will include an interview process.

    Prior to appointment, candidates must pass a thorough background investigation including a polygraph, and a pre-placement medical/psychological screening, including a drug screen.

    Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to future steps in the process.

    If, due to a disability, you need accommodations at any point during the application or testing process, please contact Human Resources at

    01

    To provide us with an opportunity to evaluate your background, responses to the Supplemental Questions are required in addition to your application. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process for this position. All work experience that is described or included in your supplemental responses(s) should have occurred during employment of one/more of the Employers you listed in the "Work Experience" section of your application. If not, you will need to provide additional information as to where/how you received that experience.
    • I have read and understand the above instructions.
    02

    Please carefully read the following question and indicate your understanding. I understand that I MUST submit copies of the required certification(s) along with my application, or to the Human Resources Department, by the closing date. Failure to submit copies of the required certifications by the deadline may result in disqualification of my application.
    • I have read and understand the above instructions.
    03

    Which best describes your highest level of education?
    • Did not finish High School
    • Have GED
    • Have High School Diploma
    • Some College
    • Associate's Degree
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Master's Degree
    04

    This position requires a valid California Driver's License. Do you possess a valid California Driver's License or, if not, do you understand you will be required to obtain one prior to being hired?
    • Yes
    • No
    05

    This position requires me to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed.
    • I understand and I am available to work ALL these varying shifts.
    06

    Are you CURRENTLY employed as a Public Safety Dispatcher at a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) agency?
    • Yes
    • No
    07

    Please select your number of years of public safety dispatching experience working at a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) agency.
    • None
    • Less than 1 Year
    • 1 - 2 Years
    • 2 + Years
    08

    Do you possess the POST Public Safety Dispatcher Certificate? (If yes, please submit a copy of your certificate by attaching it to your application, or by submitting it to the Human Resources Department by the closing date.)Please note that this certificate must be issued directly from POST and is NOT the same certificate that you receive upon completion of the POST Public Safety Dispatchers' Basic Course.)
    • No, I do not possess the certificate
    • Yes, I do possess the certificate and will submit proof on my application.
    09

    Do you certify that the information and statements made in connection with this application and supplemental questionnaire are complete and true to the best of your knowledge? Please note that intentional misrepresentation of your qualifications will be grounds for disqualification from this selection process and/or removal from the eligibility list.
    • I have read and understand the above information and certify the information I have provided is true to the best of my knowledge.
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