What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Dispatcher- Laterals Only position at City of Martinez?
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The City of Martinez PD is recruiting experienced Police Dispatchers to join our Team!Under general supervision, the Police Dispatcher for the Martinez Police Department is responsible for facilitation of communications between members of the public and personnel of this police department and other public service agencies. Representative duties include, but are not limited to, operating the police communications center using various equipment such as telephone, radio, computer and related communications equipment.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Police Dispatcher is a non-sworn law enforcement position typically working inside the communications center of the police department. The primary function of the position is to utilize communication equipment essential to the operation of the Martinez Police Department. Such operations may involve multi-tasking in stressful situations in which public health, safety and welfare may be endangered.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential: Operates radio, computer, telecommunications and related equipmentReceives calls for service and dispatches department personnel via radio, computer or telephoneMaintains, enters information into and queries local, regional and national computer databasesUses department computer aided dispatch software and records management system software to input data which facilitates the dispatching and recording of law enforcement and other operational tasks of the Martinez Police Department Incumbents of this classification are required to work shifts, holidays and weekendsWhen assigned as a Communications Training Officer, trains, mentors, and evaluates the performance of assigned traineesMarginal: May perform matron dutiesMay be required to perform other duties as needed SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Employees in this classification report to the Dispatch Supervisor.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Selection Process: Application Screening: Applications, resumes, supplemental questionnaire and/ or other required documentation will be evaluated on a comparative basis. Those individuals whose materials best indicate possession of the stated requirements, may be invited to continue to the next step in the selection process.Supplemental Questionnaire: All applicants are required to complete the questionnaire. This questionnaire will be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Examination Process: 1. The best qualified applicants will be invited to interview. Tentative Oral Board Interviews : TBDApplicants must pass exam with a score of 70% in order to qualify for placement on the eligibility list. Eligibility lists maybe active for up to 1 year. 2. The eligibility list will be used to fill current and future openings in this classification. Candidates who are invited to the interview process may be asked to participate in a performance skills assessment.PROBATIONARY PERIOD: This position is subject to a 12 month probationary period.NOTE: This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by the Martinez Police Non-Sworn Employees' Association.
The City of Martinez PD is recruiting experienced Police Dispatchers to join our Team!Under general supervision, the Police Dispatcher for the Martinez Police Department is responsible for facilitation of communications between members of the public and personnel of this police department and other public service agencies. Representative duties include, but are not limited to, operating the police communications center using various equipment such as telephone, radio, computer and related communications equipment.DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: The Police Dispatcher is a non-sworn law enforcement position typically working inside the communications center of the police department. The primary function of the position is to utilize communication equipment essential to the operation of the Martinez Police Department. Such operations may involve multi-tasking in stressful situations in which public health, safety and welfare may be endangered.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Essential: Operates radio, computer, telecommunications and related equipmentReceives calls for service and dispatches department personnel via radio, computer or telephoneMaintains, enters information into and queries local, regional and national computer databasesUses department computer aided dispatch software and records management system software to input data which facilitates the dispatching and recording of law enforcement and other operational tasks of the Martinez Police Department Incumbents of this classification are required to work shifts, holidays and weekendsWhen assigned as a Communications Training Officer, trains, mentors, and evaluates the performance of assigned traineesMarginal: May perform matron dutiesMay be required to perform other duties as needed SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Employees in this classification report to the Dispatch Supervisor.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Selection Process: Application Screening: Applications, resumes, supplemental questionnaire and/ or other required documentation will be evaluated on a comparative basis. Those individuals whose materials best indicate possession of the stated requirements, may be invited to continue to the next step in the selection process.Supplemental Questionnaire: All applicants are required to complete the questionnaire. This questionnaire will be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Examination Process: 1. The best qualified applicants will be invited to interview. Tentative Oral Board Interviews : TBDApplicants must pass exam with a score of 70% in order to qualify for placement on the eligibility list. Eligibility lists maybe active for up to 1 year. 2. The eligibility list will be used to fill current and future openings in this classification. Candidates who are invited to the interview process may be asked to participate in a performance skills assessment.PROBATIONARY PERIOD: This position is subject to a 12 month probationary period.NOTE: This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by the Martinez Police Non-Sworn Employees' Association.
