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  • PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER II (LATERAL ONLY)

    Riverside, California United States CITY OF RIVERSIDE, CA Full Time $70,500.00 - $85,728.00 Annually Jul 10, 2025
    City of Riverside Employer:

    CITY OF RIVERSIDE, CA

    Are you looking for a new career without the commute? Come see what all the excitement is about in Riverside. Bring your skills and experience and become a part of this dynamic community.Riverside is situated just southwest of the 91 and 60 Freeways at the juncture of Interstate 215 with established transportation corridors accessible by freeway, air, train or bus. Riverside, as one of the top five metro areas in the United States for growth in office, retail, manufacturing and apartments construction has rapidly become a focal point of growth in the region.  

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    Job Description

    The Position

    The City of Riverside Police Department is looking for EXPERIENCED dispatch professionals to join our team! We are now accepting applications for the position of PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER II (LATERAL) . If you are currently employed as a Dispatcher for a law enforcement agency, we encourage you to apply NOW!! The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies within this classification in the Communications Division of the Riverside Police Department.

    Successful candidates will be eligible for a $10,000 plus 40 vacation hours incentive For more information regarding this incentive click here .

    Public Safety Dispatchers II under general supervision, perform journey level work in operating radio-telephone transmitting and receiving equipment and a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system on an assigned shift; dispatch required law-enforcement, fire, medical or other emergency services, personnel and equipment; and perform related work as required.

    *** The salary that is posted for this recruitment is for any applicant deemed a new member under the Public Employee Pension Reform Act of 2013. For all others, please reference the City's salary schedule.***

    Work Performed

    Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
    • Receive incoming telephone and voice radio calls on an assigned shift; input and retrieve information in a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system.
    • Obtain and record information using voice radio and a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system to dispatch necessary law enforcement, fire, medical and other emergency services such as ambulances and tow trucks.
    • Compile data and maintain records of emergency responses, equipment and personnel dispatched, and/or disposition of emergencies.
    • Send, receive and decode teletype information.
    • Provide a variety of public information relating to law enforcement or fire activities as permitted.
    • Run inquiries on DOJ, National Crime Information Service, FBI, Stolen Vehicle System.
    • Operate a variety of equipment such as a computer-aided dispatch (CAD) system, 9-1-1 telephone system and alarm monitoring system.
    • Calm distressed citizens on the phone.
    • Keep radio and/or mobile data computer (MDC) contact with police and fire units on assignments.
    • Coordinate emergency calls and relay information and assistance requests involving other law enforcement and firefighting agencies.
    • Participate in the dispatcher selection process.
    • Train Public Safety Dispatcher Trainee and Dispatcher and participate in evaluating their performance.
    • May provide lead supervision in the absence of the lead supervisor or Public Safety Communications Supervisor.
    • Aid in the development and implementation of training programs for entry and journey level dispatchers.
    • Provide periodic input for review of dispatcher training manual and other training materials and updates as necessary.


    Qualifications

    Education and Experience:

    Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

    Experience: Six months of non-probationary experience as a Public Safety Dispatcher for a Police or Fire Department.

    Necessary Special Requirements:

    • Must be willing to work weekends, holidays, as well as days, swing and graveyard shifts.
    • Must be able to pass an extensive police background investigation.
    • Must be able to sit for long periods in a confined area and wear a headset.
    • Possession of, or ability to obtain within 30 days of appointment, a valid appropriate Class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
    • Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months of employment, a POST Basic Dispatcher Certificate or equivalent certificate.

    Desired Qualifications:

    • Successful completion of a POST Dispatcher academy.
    • Possession of a POST Basic Dispatcher Certificate or equivalent certificate.
    • CURRENT employment with a POST agency as a dispatcher, or equivalent classification.


    Selection Process

    The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

    It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

    IMPORTANT : Appointment is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, medical/physical examination, and drug and alcohol test; and may be subject to polygraph examination, and/or psychological examination As part of the background investigation, all claims of education and experience made in the employment application process, as well as other information submitted, will be verified.

    NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list. Some candidates may be disqualified indefinitely due to the results of their background investigation.

    All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

    Service Employees International Union (SEIU) - General Unit

    The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows:

    • Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3-year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
    • Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost and is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
    • Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,537 per month for HMO plans (family coverage).
    • Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $45 per month.
    • Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage.
    • Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance equal to $100,000. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employees and eligible dependents (up to $300k).
    • Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $25 a month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check. Participation in the deferred compensation plan is optional.
    • Leave Benefits - Includes vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits. Please refer to the SEIU MOU for specific details.
    • Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation.
    • State Disability Insurance - Automatic coverage administered by the Employee Development Department (EDD) of the State of California
    • Vacation Accrual - 0-4 yrs. = 80hrs, 5-9 yrs. = 120hrs, 10+ yrs. = 160 hrs.
    • For other special compensation, refer to the SEIU MOU .

    For additional benefits information, please visit the following website: https://www.riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/benefits/about-1

    For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status.

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
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