Job Description
Are you looking for a rewarding career in public safety? The City of Sacramento Police Department is seeking highly motivated individuals to join our team as Police Dispatcher Trainees. In this critical role, you will serve as the lifeline between the community and our law enforcement officers, ensuring rapid response times and public safety.
We offer a comprehensive training program, competitive benefits, and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Sacramento residents. If you have excellent communication skills and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.
Key Highlights:
- Competitive starting salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- On-the-job training with experienced mentors.
- Opportunity for advancement within the public safety sector.
- State-of-the-art dispatch technology and equipment.
Responsibilities
- Receive and process emergency and non-emergency calls from the public, utilizing a multi-line radio console and Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system.
- Dispatch law enforcement, fire, and emergency medical services units to incident scenes with speed and accuracy.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of calls, incidents, and resource allocation in the CAD system.
- Monitor status and location of all field units to ensure efficient response and resource management.
- Communicate effectively with officers in the field to provide vital information and receive status updates.
- Evaluate situations to determine the appropriate level of response and resource requirements.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Valid California Class C Driver’s License.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to speak clearly and concisely.
- Ability to type at least 35-40 words per minute.
- Must pass a background investigation, medical exam, and psychological evaluation.
- Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.