The County of Riverside announces an employment opportunity for:
Sheriff 911 Communications
Officer I/II
Salary Range:
$15.97 to $25.15 Hourly
$33,224 to $52,318 annually
POSITION INFORMATION:
This recruitment is being conducted to fill countywide openings in the Sheriff's Department. Once hired at the entry level, employees must be able to complete a twenty (20) week intensive hands-on training program, in addition to attending a 120 hour (employer paid) P.O.S.T. Certified Basic Dispatch Academy.
The Sheriff's Department is seeking qualified candiates to answer emergency 911 calls from the public requesting assistance. Sheriff 911 Communications Officers must obtain essential information from callers; determine the location and dispatch appropriate emergency units via two-way radio. They must also remain calm under adverse, stressful conditions and communicate accurately and effectively.
Highly qualified candidates must possess qualities such as: flexibility, critical thinking skills, compassion, emotional health and maturity, excellent oral communication skills, the ability to deal with agitated citizens and maintain composure. These positions are unique, challenging, rewarding, and require intense concentration, good judgment and the ability to work at a rapid pace. In order to qualify for Sheriff 911 Communications Officer II, candidates must have six months of experience as a Riverside County Sheriff 911Communications Officer or twelve months in the operation of emergency radio dispatch equipment in a law enforcement agency. Candidates must be able to work any shift assignments including holidays, weekends, and overtime.
Please see flyer for information on our Hire/Retention bonus and more details about the position.
APPLY:
To schedule an assessment, contact the Human Resources Assessment Center nearest you.
LOCATIONS:
Riverside:
Riverside County Human Resources
Assessment Center
1115 Spruce St. # F Riverside, CA 92507
Telephone: (951) 955-5844
Indio:
Riverside County Human Resources - Indio
44199 Monroe Street
Indio, CA 92201
Telephone: (760) 863-8327
Veterans:
Please bring a copy of your DD214 and service-related disability letter (if applicable) to your test appointment.