PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER - PART-TIME

Training And Experience

The Public Safety Dispatcher is an at-will, hourly part-time position. The position works less than 960 hours in a fiscal year. Under general supervision, the Public Safety Dispatcher receives 911 system emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatches assignments according to established police procedures, operates various telecommunications center equipment and performs related work as assigned.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to pass a background investigation according to POST Guidelines
• Upon conditional offer of employment, selected candidate(s) will be required to pass a physical and psychological evaluation

Background Disqualifiers

• An adult felony conviction in California, or with a conviction for an offense in another state which would be classified as a felony in California
• Currently on Probation or Parole
• Adult felony and/or misdemeanor conviction(s) may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and how recent
• Conviction of/or sustained petitions for any sex crime
• Recent use and/or possession of illegal drugs, weapons or explosive devices without legal authorization
• History of committing domestic violence or animal cruelty
• Dishonesty or failure to reveal pertinent information

Application And Selection Process

• To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must submit an application on-line with requested certifications.
• Based upon the information presented in on the applications, a limited number of candidates who possess qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in the selection process.
• The selection process may include, but is not limited to the following components: application review and evaluation, written examination or exercise, physical examination, and interview evaluation.

What's Next?

• Apply today and share this posting with anyone who may be interested!
• The City of Cathedral City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the citizens we serve.

Required Question

Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

1. YES
2. No