Emergency Dispatcher I/II

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies for those County departments that have this position, which are the Sheriff’s Department and Fire Department. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies within these departments, please submit an online application for consideration.

Current vacancies are with the Tulare County Sheriff’s Department located in Visalia.

• This position involves shift work in a twenty-four (24) hour, seven (7) day per week operation.
• Applicants MUST submit a typing certificate verifying a net speed of at least 40 wpm prior to the close of the recruitment; Online typing tests will not be accepted.

Typical Duties

• Learn standard operating procedures in sending and receiving radio transmissions.
• Receive telephone and 911 calls from citizens or other law enforcement agencies or fire departments requesting/reporting emergencies, information and assistance.
• Receive calls simultaneously, prioritize them, and maintain status of each.
• Contact appropriate agencies for information and assistance.
• Broadcast and receive emergency radio communications such as 911, ambulance, medical aid, fire, and CHP calls.

For a full list of Duties for Level I, click Here.

For a full list of Duties for Level II, click Here.

Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.)

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum qualifications are used as a guide for establishing the education, training, experience, special skills and/or license which are required and equivalent to the following.

Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

Experience:

Level I:

• One (1) year of general clerical work or a combination of academic work and work experience.

Level II:

• One (1) year as an Emergency Dispatcher I in Tulare County, or one (1) year equivalent to 911/emergency dispatch experience in a law enforcement or fire agency.

Knowledge of:

Level I:

• None

Level II:

• Communications equipment, including computer assisted dispatch systems, and 911, telephone exchange, and teletype equipment.
• Emergency, communications, legal terms, and terminology including broadcast codes.

Skill/Ability to:

• Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers.
• Operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment.
• Handle multiple tasks, establish priorities for each, and maintain the status of each.
• Remember past and present events and relate them accurately.

See the full list in link.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment:
Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.

College Cost Reduction Access Act:
This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan service or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Bargaining Unit 3

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.

Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 60 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.

To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

Closing Date/Time: 11/29/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

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• County of Tulare - HR&D

• 559-636-4900

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