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We are seeking experienced Police Dispatchers with a passion for public safety and effective communication skills to join our fast-paced Police department providing essential and impactful service to our community. Ability to hire above starting pay based on relevant experience. This is a demanding yet rewarding position which performs a variety of dispatching duties for emergency and non-emergency calls, dispatches police officers to calls for services, and operates a variety of communication equipment including radio, telephone, and computer systems.

Working shifts for this position consist of a 4/10 (varied) work schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. Schedules rotate every four months and may change to a 3/12 when needed.

Pay range for this position is $27.97 - $35.69 hourly.

Our Minimum Qualifications for consideration are:

Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Additional specialized training in communications or a related field is desirable.

Experience: Two years of increasingly responsible communications or dispatch experience; or two years of law enforcement support experience utilizing one or more of the following systems: California Law Enforcement Telecommunications Systems (CLETS), Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD), National Crime Information Center (NCIC), and/or Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS).

License/Certificates: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Peace Officer’s Standards and Training (POST) Basic Public Safety Dispatcher Certificate within one year of employment.

Testing Process:

• Oral Interview.
• A thorough background investigation, which includes a medical, psychological, polygraph, and drug/alcohol screening.

A full Job Description is available for review utilizing the link below:

Our ideal candidate possesses a moderate level of knowledge, skills and proficiency in the functions of a Police Communications Center, including:

• Understanding and practicing confidentiality.
• Exhibiting sound critical thinking and decision making capabilities, even in time sensitive situations.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced and, at times, stressful environment.
• Customer-focused attitude with the ability to engage internal and external customers effectively.
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining detailed and accurate work products.
• Strong technical capabilities including use of electronic hardware and computer software.
• Collaborative and team-oriented attitude including willingness to be flexible with scheduling, training, and assisting where needed to achieve departmental goals.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package in which medical is fully paid for most plans (including family coverage) as specified in the current employee group contract, a full calendar of employee appreciation events and activities, and many additional benefits including:

• Retirement:
  • 2% @ 55 CalPERS formula for Classic members (includesIndividuals who were active members of a reciprocal public retirement system within the last six months, or were previously employed with the City of Simi Valley and enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013), 4th Level Survivor Benefit, and single-highest year final compensation.
  • 2% @ 62 CalPERS formula for New members, 4th Level Survivor Benefit, and three-year average highest final compensation.
  • 457(b) plan; City contribution of $20 per paycheck and match up to $50 per paycheck.
  • The City does not participate in the Social Security system; therefore, there is no FICA deduction from wages except for Medicare hospital insurance protection.
• Health Insurance: Coverage available as early as 1st of the month following start date. A variety of PPO and HMO plans are available through the CalPERS Health Program. After the City contribution of $151 per month and up to $2,126.52 per month in “Simiflex Dollars,” Health insurance costs the employee $0 to $397.74 per month for family coverage depending on plan chosen. “Simiflex Dollars” can be used to offset the cost of medical, dental, and/or vision insurance, or other optional benefits. Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts are also available.
• Prescription Drug Plan: Major retail options and mail order program.
• Dental Insurance: After the City contribution of up to $90.02 per month, Dental insurance from Delta Dental costs the employee $0 per month for family coverage depending on plan chosen.
• Vision Insurance: After the City contribution of $21.00 per month, Vision insurance from VSP costs the employee $1.46 per month for family coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and referral service to help employees and their household members resolve personal problems, provided by MHN.
• Optional Insurance from AFLAC: Available plans include accident, cancer, hospital and critical care.
• Paid Leave:
  • 208 hours per year of paid time off (one bank of time that combines vacation and sick leave) which has the option to be cashed out. Accruals increase at 5 years and 10 years of service.
  • 11 paid holidays per year and one floating holiday per year.
• Employee & Dependent Life Insurance Plans provided at City expense.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,600 per year.
• Alternative Work Schedules: Many positions offer a 9/80 schedule with alternative Monday or Friday off.

This information is intended to give an overview of the benefits available to City employees. It is not intended to be a contract (expressed or implied), nor is it intended to otherwise create any legally enforceable obligations on the part of the City, its agents or its employees.

This recruitment is continuous with application review occurring on a regular basis.

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of the City’s Application form. Employment applications and supplemental questionnaires must be complete, contain a minimum of ten years of experience (appropriately), and list gaps of employment.

Selection Process: Candidates who possess the best combination of qualifications will be invited to interview; an interview is not guaranteed.

Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must submit form DD214.

Reasonable Accommodation: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Division, in writing.