Public Safety Dispatcher II - Lateral
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Description
Final filing deadline: Monday, June 4, 2018 at 12:00 PM
The City of Yuba City is currently recruiting for Public Safety Dispatcher II - Lateral. Public Safety Dispatchers operate Police, Fire, and local government radio equipment; dispatch mobile units and provide Emergency Medical Dispatch instructions while performing other related duties. This is a journey-level dispatch position which requires the ability to work independently and prioritize information effectively and productively. Dispatchers are assigned to varying work schedules, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as required.
About the City
Yuba City, with a population of just over 65,000, is located 41 miles north of the state capitol, Sacramento, at the crossroads of Highway 99 and Highway 20, in the central part of the Sacramento Valley. Nestled between the famous Sutter Butte Mountain Range and the picturesque Feather River, and just a short drive north of Sacramento, the City of Yuba City acts as the regional center for the 120,000 people that live within a 15-minute drive.
The area offers excellent outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, fishing, water skiing, hunting, biking, horseback riding, and is within a comfortable driving distance of the Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, and other recreational areas. The City is the perfect mix of urban convenience and lifestyle options along with the friendliness and charm of a small town. 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.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate should be an experienced dispatcher with a working knowledge of operating procedures and equipment within the dispatch unit. Candidate should have the ability to address caller concerns and provide quality service at a level that exceeds expectations. Must thrive under pressure and have the ability to work quickly and efficiently in emergency situations.
Required Qualifications
Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent.
Experience: At least one (1) year experience as a Public Safety Dispatcher I or at least one (1) year of police dispatch experience with another law enforcement agency.
Licenses and/or Certificates
Possession of a valid California driver’s license.
Benefits
Salary: The current monthly salary for Public Safety Dispatcher II is $3,951 - $4,803 monthly.
Retirement: New employees into the CalPERS retirement system will enroll in the 2.7% @ 57 formula. Employees meeting CalPERS classic member status will enroll in the 3% @ 55 formula. The City does not participate in Social Security. (Classic Members Only: cost share 9% of the employer contribution rate.)
Deferred Compensation: A Deferred Compensation Program is available for City employees.
Medical/Dental/Vision: The City offers an excellent benefits package with generous City contributions for employees and their dependents to health, dental and vision premiums.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): The City pays for an EAP that offers employee and family members up to three (3) visits per six (6) month period, for a total of six (6) sessions per year.
Life Insurance: $5,000 for employee & $2,000 for dependents paid by the City. Employees may elect to purchase additional coverage.
Educational Incentive: The City pays an educational incentive of 2.5% for an Associate’s Degree or POST Intermediate Certificate, or 7.5% for a Bachelor’s Degree or POST Advanced Certificate.
Vacation: 13 days annually for new employees. Vacation accrual increases with time of service up to a maximum of 23 days.
Sick Leave: 12 days annually. Unlimited accrual with pay off provision upon termination of City employment with a minimum of 5 years of City service.
Flexible Spending Account: Allows for pre-tax deductions for unreimbursed medical and dependent care expenses.
*This position is represented by the POA Bargaining Unit.
Special Instructions
Filing Dealine: Monday, June 4, 2018 at 12:00 PM.
Interested candidates should contact the Human Resources Department, 1201 Civic Center Boulevard, Yuba City, CA 95993 or complete an online application at www.yubacity.net
Applications can be emailed by clicking the "Apply Now" button OR See full job description & apply online, by visiting https://www.calopps.org/yuba-city/job-18411891
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 other examination segments of the selection process. Final candidates must pass a pre-employment medical evaluation, substance screening, fingerprint scan and reference check. An employment application and supplemental questionnaire is required for this position. Late applications and post marks will not be accepted. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of an application, but may be included with the application. 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. The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
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.
