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SELECTION PROCEDURE
Includes, but is not limited to, the following: Submit a completed City of Colton application to (no facsimiles or postmarks accepted): |
Human Resources Dept.
552 N La Cadena Dr.
Colton, CA 92324
(909) 370-5062
www.ci.colton.ca.us
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Applications will be carefully screened and the most qualified applicants will be invited to an oral exam. All successful candidates will be certified to an eligibility list good for one year.Appointment is contingent upon passing a pre- employment medical examination (including a drug/alcohol screening), fingerprinting, proof of high school diploma or GED and proof of current personal auto insurance.The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires that all new employees verify identity and entitlement to work in the United States by providing required documentation. |
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THE PROVISIONS OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, AND ANY PROVISION CONTAINED IN THIS BULLETIN MAY BE MODIFIED OR REVOKED WITHOUT NOTICE. |
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AA/EOE—The City of Colton encourages the application of bilingual persons, women, minorities and persons with disabilities. The City will attempt to reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request. |
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CITY OF COLTON |
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY |
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Listing ID:
116 |
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Police Dispatcher I |
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Final Filing Date:
Continuous |
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Salary:
$3,350 - $4,072 per month |
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Benefits:
City paid PERS of 4% for 2.7% @ 55 plan; Cafeteria Plan - $990/month to purchase medical, dental & vision; City paid life and long term disability insurance and employee assistance program. |
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THE POSITION |
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Under the general supervision of the Police Sergeant, perform a variety of duties assigned to classes in the Dispatcher series including receiving all incoming calls for police assistance and dispatching necessary units; provide general support in communications to department personnel; learn and demonstrate a full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties; occasionally assist in the training of less experienced dispatch positions; perform a variety of other tasks in support of assigned area of responsibility. |
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS |
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Education and/or Experience:
A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is to possess a high school diploma. Some directly related college level course work and the equivalent of six months of part-time clerical experience, preferably in a law enforcement environment, or passed probation in a similar position in a law enforcement agency are highly desirable. |
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License/Certificate:
Possession of a valid California driver's license. |
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Knowledge of:
Basic office methods and procedures. Modern office equipment including a computer and applicable software. Methods and techniques for record keeping. |
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Ability to:
Learn and follow standard broadcasting procedures and rules. Learn and use a wide variety of codes and computer commands. Learn to dispatch police units quickly and effectively. Learn to operate a computer terminal and other office equipment quickly, accurately and, at times, concurrently. Work effectively and efficiently under pressure. Exercise good judgment and make sound decisions in emergency situations. Effectively and courteously communicate with and elicit information from upset and irate citizens. Communicate clearly with field units. Spell accurately. Work various shifts as assigned. Understand and follow instructions. Type at a speed necessary for successful job performance. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. |
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Skill to:
Operate a dispatch console. Operate an office computer and applicable software. Operate a motor vehicle. |
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