Communications Dispatcher - Tehama County, CA : Job Details

Salary : $1,988.00 - $2,416.80 Biweekly Location : Tehama County, CA Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 2025-00004 Department: Sheriff's Department Division: Operations Opening Date: 01/07/2025 Closing Date: 2/14/2025 5:00 PM Pacific Description Under the direction of the Senior Communications Dispatcher, efficiently and promptly dispatches telecommunications messages and information to and from field personnel and law enforcement agencies. Performs jail operations activities to help maintain order and security in County detention facility. Prepares and maintains required records and reports. Examples of Duties Answers all emergency and conventional telephone lines; obtains vital information and dispatches instructions to appropriate law enforcement, fire, EMS, or emergency preparedness agency; tracks progress of officers to ensure officer safety. Shows good judgment in assessing calls for emergency assistance. | Monitors and operates the telecommunication equipment for the receipt or relaying of various information. | Monitors various law enforcement and emergency response radio communications, alarm panels, radio stations, weather radio, etc. | Receives and responds to calls of a non-emergent nature from the public and various County department employees. | Maintains accurate records of all calls received; enters into the computer a variety of data concerning calls received, cases, etc. | Maintains accurate and updated records of warrants issued. | Performs jail duties as assigned, including processing new inmates, searching inmates and cells for contraband, issuing clothing, distributing meals and medications, monitoring prison activities, monitoring security cameras, operating security locks on doors and gates, summoning medical personnel as needed, etc. | Attends staff meetings and periodic training sessions/seminars as required. | Performs routine office work as needed, including typing, copying and filing reports; entering data into the computer, etc. | Changes dictaphone recorder tapes as needed. | Performs other duties as may be assigned. Education, Experience & LicensesEducation and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

• Equivalent to the completion of twelfth (12th) grade.
• One (1) year of clerical experience is preferred.

Other combinations of education and experience may be considered. License & Special Requirements: • Must successfully complete a POST Dispatch Code course within one (1) year of employment. • Must possess a valid California driver's license. • Must be able to pass an extensive background investigation prior to employment. Recruitment Information The Sheriff's Department is recruiting to fill one (1) vacancy. In addition, Tehama County is also establishing an eligibility list to fill future vacancies for a Communications Dispatcher, as well as subsequent vacancies which occur during the life of the eligibility list Please upload ALL required documents when applying such as, copies of all required degrees and/or certifications as outlined in the job description. Incomplete applications will not be considered. The following MUST be submitted to be considered for this position

Cover letter

Resume

Current (within one year) Typing Certificate (not required for current TCSO employees)

For questions about this recruitment contact: Karie Songer-Simons 530-###-#### | All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of background, fingerprinting, drug test (including marijuana) and physical examination provided by the County. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER / AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT / VETERANS' PREFERENCE POLICY / DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE NOTE: THESE BENEFITS DO NOT APPLY TO EXTRA HELP POSITIONS.*Rates listed in this flyer represent a full-time employee's accrual rate and health insurance premium rate. Part-time employees will have pro-rated accruals and health insurance premium rates based on the number of hours they work. This position is represented by the Deputy Sheriffs' Association. SALARY:

• Annual salary step increases based upon satisfactory performance and completion of one year of employment (Step A to E).

HEALTH:

• Approximately 80% of the premium for medical, dental, and vision plan is paid by the County (EPO Plan). The plan covers the employee and all eligible dependents at NO ADDITIONAL COST!
• Employee premiums are $234.54 per month as of January 1, 2025 for employee and all eligible dependents.

PAID LEAVES:

• Benefits also include an annual paid leave plan of
  • 96 hours of vacation (increases upon continuous years of service)
  • 96 hours of sick leave
  • 14 paid holidays plus one 8 hour personal holiday

LIFE INSURANCE:

• Approximately 80% of the premium for a $30,000 life insurance plan for the employee is paid for by the County.

RETIREMENT:

• A retirement plan through CalPERS.
  • CalPERS Formulas:
    • Classic member = 2% @ 55 (Misc) or 3% @ 55 (Safety)
    • New Member = 2% @ 62 (Misc) or 2.7% @ 57 (Safety)
• A Deferred Compensation retirement plan option with a County match of up to a maximum of $60 per month.

ASSISTANCE & PROGRAMS:

• Employee Assistance Program: Provided to all employees and employee's family members at no cost.
• LiveHealth Online: Access to a medical provider 24/7 from the comfort of your home at NO COST!
• Lark: Diabetes Prevention Program
• Livongo: Diabetes Management Program
• Hinge Health: Lower Back & Joint Pain Program
• Carrum Health: Enhanced Surgery Benefits Program
• Assist to Own: Down Payment Assistance Program