NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Communications Dispatcher Trainee (Entry Level)
San Rafael, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$81K/yr - $97K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is seeking a Communications Dispatcher Trainee for the Marin County Sheriff's Office, where employees report feeling their work is meaningful. The role involves receiving on-the-job training in public safety communications and advancing to full Dispatcher duties after the probationary period.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
Responsibilities
Work in the Communications Center and receive on-the-job training in routine and emergency public safety communications
Receive specific day-to-day direction and are closely supervised
Training includes call-taking and radio-dispatching techniques for law enforcement
Qualification
Required
Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency certificate such as the General Education Development Certificate
One year of experience involving heavy public contact and handling several tasks simultaneously
Ability to speak clearly and concisely in English
Ability to react quickly, efficiently and calmly in an emergency situation and adopt an effective course of action
Ability to dispatch public safety equipment in a coordinated manner
Ability to follow written and oral directions; relay messages exactly as received
Ability to learn how to operate computer terminals including use of the CAD system and software; maintain written radio logs and other records
Ability to learn the operating procedures of the Public Safety Communications Center
Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in resolving problems
Must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness
Must be able to meet the demands of a career in public safety communications
Ability to successfully pass the pre-employment controlled substance use standards, a background investigation and polygraph examination (or computer voice stress analyzer examination), medical exam, and job-simulating psychological examination as conducted by the Marin County Sheriff's Office
Ability to work shift assignments and any hours of the day or night, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required to operate a 24-hour, 7-day per week public safety facility
Preferred
Experience within a law enforcement, fire, emergency medical, or similar public agency
Experience entering information into an automated system
Possession of, or ability to obtain a California Commission on Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.) Public Safety Dispatcher Basic Certificate within twelve (12) months of appointment
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Health Plan
Retirement
IRS 457 Plan
Retiree Medical
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
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CEO
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