Public Safety Dispatcher (Entry-Level)

Join the Yuba City Police Department! The City of Yuba City is currently recruiting for Public Safety Dispatcher (Entry-Level). This is an entry to full journey level class for Public Safety Dispatcher. Employees in this class begin in a training program assigned to a trainer at all times. They are closely supervised while being instructed by trainer and performing job duties according to established policies and procedures. Until successful completion of training, employees at this level are not considered a fully trained dispatcher and are not given the same level of responsibilities and independence as the journey level dispatcher. Employees are considered to be in on-the-job training and are expected to obtain the skills and knowledge necessary to advance to journey level performance. As experience accrues, employees will perform with increasing independence and responsibility while being observed and reviewed by trainer. Employees are assigned to trainers and will work varying work schedules, weekends, nights and holidays. Upon completion of formal training the employee will perform the full range of duties and responsibilities. Employees at this level receive only general direction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedure and policies within the work unit. Employees allocated to this job class must work independently and possess the ability to prioritize assignments and information in an effective and productive manner. Employees must successfully pass training for CPR, EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatching), and the POST Dispatch Academy. Employees are assigned to varying work schedules, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime when required to keep the 24 hour dispatch center fully staffed. For further details and more information on essential functions of the position, please refer to the job description: Public Safety Dispatcher. For additional Department information please visit Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be: Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade. Licenses and/or Certificates Required: Possession of, or successful completion within twelve (12) months of appointment, a valid Basic Public Safety Dispatcher Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST), to be maintained throughout employment. Possession of, or successful completion within twelve (12) months of appointment, a valid Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) certificate issued by the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED), to be maintained throughout employment. The information above is a brief summary of job duties. Please visit for additional information regarding this position and employment with the City of Yuba City. You must demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Please complete ALL sections of the application. A resume or other supplemental materials may be attached to your application but will not be accepted in lieu of completing any part of the application. Blank applications that reference "see resume" will be disqualified. Your resume and supplemental materials will not be considered as part of the initial screening process. Be sure to review your application prior to submission. No new or additional information will be accepted after the closing date. Application materials are the property of the City of Yuba City and will not be returned. It is your responsibility to keep your NEOGOV profile updated, including any changes to your telephone number and email address. Failure to do so may result in missed notification of exams or interviews. Selection Process The minimum qualifications as stated in this job announcement represent only the basic requirements of the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to: Online Testing - Invitations will be sent following the recruitment closing. Oral Panel Interviews - Tentatively scheduled for the week of September 7. Department Interviews Please note: The entire recruitment process from recruitment opening date to start date could take 6 12 weeks for successful candidates. Final candidates must pass pre-employment screening which may include: Fingerprinting Criminal Background Check Substance Screening Medical Evaluation Psychological Evaluation Equal Employment Opportunity The City of Yuba City does not discriminate on the basis of sex, religion, race, color, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of service. Veterans, women, minorities and the disabled are encouraged to apply. EOE. The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment process to accommodate candidates with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 72 hours in advance so such aids or services can be arranged. TTY users may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. Questions Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Yuba City. If you have questions regarding this job announcement or the application process: For a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the NEOGOV application process, visit Visit the City of Yuba City website: Email the Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io Call the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io Visit City Hall: 1201 Civic Center Blvd, Yuba City, CA 95993 The City of Yuba City is located in Sutter County, adjacent to the beautiful Feather River and at the base of the Sutter Buttes, the smallest mountain range in the world. Located just 40 miles north of Sacramento, Yuba City is the agricultural, economic and social center of the Yuba-Sutter Region. The area offers excellent outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, fishing, water skiing, hunting, biking, horseback riding, and is within comfortable driving distance of the Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, and other recreational areas. The City is the perfect mix of urban convenience and small town charm. A historic downtown and modern shopping facilities make shopping convenient and a pleasure. The City prides itself in its well-maintained parks and aquatic center, while offering a wide range of recreational activities for the entire family.