Dispatcher: Per Diem (Experience Required)

Please note that this is not an entry level position. Applicants must have experience as a public safety dispatcher and be POST certified. The City of Piedmont is offering a limited term hourly premium of $63.075 - $82.095/per hour (DOE). This premium will be effective through 12/31/26, or until staffing levels are restored. This class performs dispatch and law enforcement office support duties that do not require performance by a sworn Police Officer. Responsibilities are centered on extensive contact with the public, in person and over the telephone, in both emergency and non-emergency situations to receive, transmit and provide factual information, forms and reports. The work involves coordinating interdepartmental activities within the City as well as with other agencies throughout the County. All activities must be performed within specified legal guidelines. Much of the work, particularly on off-shift hours, is performed independently, with only radio contact with sworn and non-sworn staff. This class is distinguished from other City office support classes in that the work requires knowledge of law enforcement and dispatching policies and procedures in addition to standard office support skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Must have experience as a public safety dispatcher and be P.O.S.T. certified. Equivalent to graduation from high school and must be able to type a minimum of 35 words per minute.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office and law enforcement communications equipment; stamina to maintain attention to detail and work on a computer for an extended period of time; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Please see the job announcement for complete details.