Extra Help Sheriff's Dispatcher

Mariposa County | Mariposa, CA

Posted Date 6/02/2025

Description

The Mariposa County Sheriff's Department has a vacancy for an Extra Help Only Sheriff's Dispatcher.

Only online applications are accepted.

DEFINITION
To receive, process and transmit emergency and non-emergency calls, information requests and messages in support of law enforcement operations; to operate radio communications and computer equipment; to perform a wide variety of responsible clerical and record-keeping functions related to dispatching and office operations; and to perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from the Captain or designated supervisory / management staff.
Receives and processes inquiries, complaints, information and emergency calls from the public.

Evaluates and dispatches routine and emergency radio calls to deputies, rescue personnel and others as appropriate; questions callers for specific information needed; determines proper personnel and/or equipment to be dispatched.

Maintains, monitors and records contact and disposition of field patrol units on an on-going basis.

Monitors multiple radio channels for information / dispatch purposes.

Operates radio communication and computer / teletype equipment in receiving and transmitting information requests to and from patrol units regarding vehicle registrations, driving records, warrants, criminal records, stolen property, missing persons, and other law enforcement-related matters.

Receives and dispatches calls for animal control services.

Maintains and operates recording equipment used to document all radio and telephone traffic; researches communications records for investigative and court purposes as requested.

Serves as the department's primary full-access operator for all California Law Enforcement Telecommunications entries and modifications; enters local information related to warrants, juvenile probation orders, citations, extra patrol requests, etc.

Performs various clerical work as required, including but not limited to preparing and maintaining accurate records, compiling and preparing statistical reports from operational records kept, entering and retrieving computer data, preparing computer-generated reports, copying and filing documents, researching and retrieving records, sending and receiving faxes, greeting and assisting office visitors, and typing a variety of records, reports, forms, correspondence and other materials.
Operates a variety of communications equipment in the performance of daily tasks, including radio systems, multiple telephone systems, paging systems, recording equipment, computer systems, etc.; operates general office equipment.

Coordinates dispatching activities with those of other divisions, departments and agencies as appropriate.
Experience:
None required.

Education:
High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Additional Requirements:
All applicants must submit a 5-minute timed typing certificate along with their job application. Free typing tests are offered locally upon registration for services at Mother Lode Job Training, located inside the Mariposa County Visitor Center at 5158 CA-140, Mariposa, CA 95338; phone number: 209-938-3247. Out of the area applicants may take a 5-minute typing test at an employment resource location near them.

Possession of a valid California driver's license. Under certain circumstances, the Human Resources Director may accept a valid driver's license from another state if applicant acknowledges his/her intent to acquire a California driver's license within three months by signing an acknowledgement form.

Ability to pass the California State Department of Justice fingerprinting clearance.

Salary24.45 - 24.45 Hour

Field

Police

Highest Educational Degree Required

High school diploma

Extra Help Sheriff's Dispatcher

Mariposa County | Mariposa, CA

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