Dispatcher I​/II

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County of Del Norte, CA

Location

Crescent City, CA

Full Time

Job Number

25-00455

Sheriff's Office

Division

Communications Unit

09/04/2026

Closing Date

9/18/2026 at 5:00 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada);
Tijuana

This recruitment will establish a list of candidates to be used in filling the vacancy as well as an eligibility list that may be used for future vacancies or temporary help for up to one (1) year.

Dispatcher I: $1,937.99- $2,136.63

Dispatcher
II: $2,036.10 - $2,244.81

The Del Norte County Sheriff's Office is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Dispatcher. This position is classified as full-time.

This is a responsible position that serves to dispatch emergency and routine telecommunication messages to and from field personnel and law enforcement agencies and to perform clerical duties associated with the operations and activities of the Sheriff/Coroner’s Office. This classification is non-sworn position. Employees in this classification receive direct to limited supervision in the performance of clerical, technical and security duties at an entry to skilled level.

Under general supervision, will receive calls from the public and will dispatch the proper personnel to the emergency situation. Will assist in either emergency 911 calls, non-emergency phone lines or in person. Employees in this classification must have strong ethical and honest values.

Dispatcher I is the entry level in the classification series. The entry level position is assigned specific duties which will increase experience and skills by assisting and participating in the activities associated with the dispatch function, additional duties are assigned as experience is acquired. After successful completion of required training, additional experience, and meeting requirements incumbents may be eligible for advancement in this series.

Dispatcher II is the journey level in this series and performs duties and tasks under minimal supervision. Employees who advance to this level must have successfully completed the required training and demonstrated skills and the ability to adequately fulfill the responsibilities of the position.

Dispatcher III is the skilled level in this series and performs duties and tasks with minimal supervision except as new or unusual circumstances arise. Employees who advance to this level must have demonstrated the ability to work on a relatively independent basis in routine or emergency situations. This level may assist with training and oversee other dispatchers in a lead person capacity.

Essential job duties may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Receives calls for services from the public, either by emergency 911 calls, non-emergency phone lines, or in person.

• Operates Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) equipment quickly and efficiently so as to dispatch appropriate law enforcement, fire and/or medical personnel.

• Operates a variety of telecommunication equipment to receive and transmit information regarding vehicle registration, driving records, warrants, criminal records and/or other related matters.

• Receives and processes routine business calls, requests for information and/or referrals to other agencies. Analyzes, evaluates and determines appropriate responses to situations requiring law enforcement intervention, which may include determining proper jurisdiction, personnel and/or equipment to be dispatched.

• Maintains and records contacts with field patrol units.

• Receives and processes routine business calls, requests for information, and/or references to appropriate agencies.

• Performs other duties as required.

Dispatcher I:

• Graduation from high school or possession of a G.E.D. certificate and general knowledge of the functions of public safety agencies.
• Applicants for Dispatcher must attain a passing score on the POST certified Dispatcher written examination that assesses the skills and knowledge necessary for successful job performance. Content areas of the exam include
  1) understanding oral information;
  2) vocabulary;
  3) ability to perform dispatching work;
  4) ability to interpret codes and…