Sheriff's Public Safety Dispatcher

Recruitment Incentives

Up to $6,000 will be paid in equal installments over the first twenty-six biweekly pay periods, provided the position is filled. Termination will result in forfeiture of remaining incentive payments.

The Sheriff’s Public Safety Dispatcher engages citizens in times of need, analyzing 911, emergency, and business calls, and coordinating with law enforcement. The position is based in Placerville, CA and may include roles as Communication Training Officer or Tactical Dispatcher.

• Receive, analyze, and evaluate 911, emergency, and business calls, and other public utility service calls; transfer calls to appropriate parties or create a law enforcement call for service.
• Operate multi‑channel radio systems, monitor other communication channels, and maintain radio traffic on main channels.
• Respond to law enforcement‑initiated radio traffic and requests, relaying information to units.
• Operate computer equipment to access local, state, and federal criminal justice information systems; operate communication systems to transmit and receive information with allied agencies.

Public Safety Dispatch I: Equivalent to graduation from high school; and one (1) year of public contact and/or non-emergency dispatching experience.

The County of El Dorado is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Prior to conditional job offer, candidates will undergo a thorough background investigation and medical screening.