Description
SALARY: Dispatcher I - $24.65 - $29.97/Hour
Dispatcher II - $26.22 - $31.88/Hour
FILING DEADLINE: Continuous. The application filing may close any time after ten days from the issue date of this job announcement if sufficient qualified applications have been received. Postmarks are not acceptable; therefore, it is important to submit your application as soon as possible
This is a continuous recruitment. Testing will take place ongoing during the year Testing dates and all recruitment notifications will be announced via e-mail. Notices will only be sent once a date is scheduled. Application status updates will be provided once a month prior to the test date.Representative Duties
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: For a full job description, please click here - Dispatcher I .
For a full job description, please click here - Dispatcher II .
Minimum Qualifications
Dispatcher I position must meet the following: - Graduation from high school or G. E. D.; AND
- One (1) year of work experience equivalent to that gained as a Police Call Taker with the City of Bakersfield; OR
- An equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the capabilities to perform the described duties.
- Ability to type 40 words per minute.
Dispatcher II position must meet the following: - Graduation from high school or G.E.D.; AND
- Three (3) years of experience as a Public Safety Dispatcher for a Law Enforcement Agency or Fire Department; OR
- An equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the capabilities to perform the described duties.
- Ability to type 40 words per minute.
**Note: All Police Dispatchers must possess: - A Public Safety Dispatcher Basic Course certified by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.).
- Possession of a valid California Class “C” driver's license.
- Must successfully pass a police background investigation.
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT: All applicants must attach a Typing Certificate (dated within the last two years of application submittal) certifying 40 NET WORDS PER MINUTE with the application. Note: We WILL accept typing certificates obtained on-line. Click here for Typing Certificate Locations .
Examination (Weighted: 100%)
OTHER MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: The geography of the city and the location of streets and important buildings.
Ability to: Learn quickly the operation of telephone, computer aided dispatch, radio and other communication equipment; speak clearly in a well-modulated voice and to use good diction; think and act quickly and calmly in emergency situations; prepare and maintain records and reports; perform multiple tasks at one time.
HIRING INCENTIVES: Up to
$1,500 Hiring Bonus
For more information on the Examination and Selection Process, please visit the City’s Website under News & Highlights .
Full Summary of Benefits by Bargaining Unit:
- Blue & White Miscellaneous Unit
- Fire Safety Unit
- Police Safety Unit
- General Supervisory & Management Unit (coming soon)
VACATION: Accrual rate is determined by bargaining unit.
1-4 years of service: 10 days per year.
5-13 years of service: 15 days per year.
14+ years of service: 20 days per year.
VACATION - FIRE SAFETY SHIFT PERSONNEL ONLY:
1-4 years of service: 4.68 (24-hr. duty shifts)
5-15 years of service: 7.02 (24-hr. duty shifts)
16+ years of service: 9.36 (24-hr. duty shifts)
HOLIDAYS: 13 paid holidays per year.
SICK LEAVE: Earned at the rate of one working day per month of service to a maximum of 120 days; portions therafter may be convertible.
ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE: 10 days per year for General Supervisory and Management employees.
INSURANCE: The City and the employee share contributions for premiums for health insurance coverage. The City provides life insurance benefits based on bargaining unit. Visit the City's Employee Benefit website for detailed information (rates and plan information).
RETIREMENT: Benefits are provided by the City's participation in the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS). 2% @ 62 for new hire Miscellaneous and 2.7% @ 57 for Safety (Fire & Police). Visit the City's Retirement websitefor additional information.
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
