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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

Dispatcher II - Experience Required (full & part time positions)

Fairfield, CA

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$84K/yr - $103K/yr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is a company that supports the City of Fairfield, which is committed to improving the quality of life in the community. They are seeking experienced 911 Dispatchers to handle emergency and non-emergency calls, acting as a vital link between the community and law enforcement.

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No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Receiving emergency and non-emergency calls and acting as a liaison between the members of the community, other agencies, department personnel and field units in support of the City's organizational goals and objectives

Remaining calm and collected while under immense mental and emotional pressure

Performing duties in the Communications Center in the Police Department

Responding to emergency and routine events that often occur simultaneously

Working shifts on a rotating basis including day, swing or graveyard, depending upon department needs

Completing shift assignments on weekends and holidays

Qualification

P.O.S.T. Dispatch CertificateEmergency Medical Dispatch Certificate1 year Dispatch experienceHigh school diplomaCompassionMulti-taskingEmotional intelligence

Required

1 year experience working as a police, fire or emergency medical Dispatcher is required

Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade is required

A P.O.S.T. Public Safety Dispatch Certificate is required. Must be able to obtain Emergency Medical Dispatch Certificate within one year of hire

Employees hired as Dispatcher I are required to meet the requirements of and promote to Dispatcher II by the end of the 12-month probationary period

Must be at least 18 years of age at time of hire

Candidates will be required to pass a thorough background investigation

Must be able to maintain the same level of security as when first hired. Failure to maintain this level of security clearance is grounds for dismissal