Police Communications Officer (Lateral - Experienced Only) - City of Tustin

Police Communications Officer I - $$32.15 - $43.23/hour

Police Communications Officer II - $35.60 - $47.71/hour

NOW OFFERING A HIRING INCENTIVE OF UP TO $15,000
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The City of Tustin Police Department is currently seeking applicants for lateral Police Communications Officer I/II (may be filled at either level depending on qualifications). This recruitment is open to candidates who have worked as a 911 dispatcher within the last two (2) years.  This recruitment is conducted on a continuous basis to meet the needs of the City as vacancies occur and may close at any time.

To be considered, a City application, supplemental questionnaire AND typing certification (35 nwpm) must be submitted. For typing certification requirements, CLICK HERE.

This position, under moderate supervision, receives incoming calls for police and emergency assistance, dispatches necessary personnel and equipment, and monitors ongoing police activity to determine the need for additional resources.

Supervision Received and Exercised

Receives moderate (Police Communications Officer I) or general (Police Communications Officer II) supervision from the Police Communications Supervisor.  Receives lead supervision from a Police Communications Lead.
 
No supervision is exercised.

Selection Process

Each component listed below must be passed in order to continue to the next phase. Applicants will receive written notification of their current status in the selection process.

1. Oral Panel Interview
2. Background Investigation and Polygraph Examination
3. Police Chief's Interview
4. Psychological and Medical Examinations (upon conditional offer of employment)

Candidates successfully completing all components of the selection process will be placed on an employment eligibility list from which hires may be made. The eligible list is valid for one year. The duration of the selection process typically lasts 6-9 months. 

***IMPORTANT*** A comprehensive background investigation and polygraph will be conducted on any eligible persons considered for hire. Recent drug usage, theft or other illegal activity may be grounds for disqualification. A pre-employment medical, psychological evaluation AND a drug screen will be conducted upon a conditional offer of employment.