Communications Dispatcher II

The Sheriff's Office seeks experienced, emergency law enforcement dispatchers!

Starting salary up to $50.47/hour ($105,336/year), and a competitive total compensation package!*

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office is recruiting Communications Dispatcher II positions. Dispatchers support the public and law enforcement by receiving requests for information and providing pertinent data over the phone and radio.

• Monitoring radio frequencies
• Receiving and dispatching emergency and non-emergency calls from the public
• Setting priorities among competing incoming events and dispatching appropriately
• Utilizing a computer-aided dispatch system

Dispatchers must work all shifts, including holiday days, swing, grave, and overtime is required.

Applicants must have completed a year of law enforcement or emergency dispatch experience with a city, county, state, or federal agency. Possession of a California Commission of Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Public Safety Dispatcher's Certificate is highly desired.

• Significant experience working with the public and people in distress and the ability to direct distressed callers through emergencies
• The ability to work swiftly and manage multiple tasks in stressful situations
• Capacity to remain calm, clear, and in control
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving skills, empathy and compassion
• Ability to read maps and provide clear directions
• Proficiency in basic computer programs, including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Typing speed of 45 words per minute

• Salary Advancement – Salary increase after 1,040 hours (six months of full‑time work); eligibility for annual increases until reaching top salary range.
• Paid Time Off – Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, and 12 paid holidays per year.
• County Paid Health Premium Contributions – 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee‑only and employee + family health plan options.
• Staff Development/Wellness – Annual benefit allowance up to $850.
• Post‑Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement – County contributions to help fund post‑retirement health insurance.
• Retirement – Full pension integrated with Social Security.
• Paid Parental Leave – Up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of employment.
• Student Loan Debt Relief – Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a diverse workforce that represents the communities we serve. All employment is based on merit and performance.

Applications are accepted online at yourpath2sonomacounty.org. Contact the County of Sonoma Human Resources for additional information.