Job Overview
Employment Type
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $70.00 - $75.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Benefits
competitive hourly wage
flexible work scheduling
equal opportunity employment
Training opportunities
supportive work environment
Public safety contribution
Experience with emergency dispatch systems
Job Description
The City of Santa Clara is a vibrant and progressive municipality located in the heart of Silicon Valley, renowned for its commitment to public safety, community service, and technological innovation. Santa Clara boasts a dynamic community with a diverse population, a strong economic base, and a focus on quality of life for its residents and visitors. The city is home to various public safety departments, including the Police and Fire Communications division, as well as iconic landmarks such as Levi's Stadium, which hosts numerous large-scale events and demands robust safety and communication protocols. The city government emphasizes professionalism, inclusivity, and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Possession of a current P.O.S.T. Basic Dispatch certificate
- ability to type at a net rate of 35 words per minute
- capability to read write spell and speak in clear concise English
- ability to operate computer aided dispatch systems accurately and efficiently
- skill in reading and interpreting maps
- ability to multitask and work accurately in fast paced emergency environments
- capacity to maintain composure under pressure
- willingness to work as an at will employee with no guarantee of hours
- compliance with limits on fiscal year hours for per diem employees and retired CalPERS annuitants
Job Qualifications
- Possession of a current P.O.S.T. Basic Dispatch certificate
- experience operating computer aided dispatch (CAD) systems or similar emergency dispatch technologies
- strong communication and multitasking skills
- ability to read and interpret maps
- proficiency in English including clear speaking writing and spelling
- experience working in a high stress or emergency services environment preferred
- skill in using radio and telephone communications systems
- ability to maintain composure and accuracy during emergency situations
Job Duties
- Operates base radio console equipment transmitting and receiving routine and emergency messages
- receives emergency and routine requests for services from the public via 9-1-1 alternate emergency lines and business lines
- dispatches appropriate emergency vehicles equipment and personnel in response to requests in accordance with established policies and procedures
- coordinates emergency operations between various departmental personnel and equipment
- operates data terminals for information pertaining to daily public safety operations and general emergency services
- maintains written logs files and computer information in the prescribed manner
- updates computer files and performs other clerical functions and tasks as directed
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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