Under general supervision, receives police and emergency calls, and dispatches police units following prescribed procedures; answers non-emergency calls for public safety; accesses, enters and retrieves data from local, regional, state and national law enforcement databases; transfers calls for services provided by other public safety agencies; and performs related work as required.

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Position Summary

The City of Yreka is seeking individuals for the position of a Part-Time Dispatcher with the Yreka Police Department. This is a part-time classification performing the full range of emergency call receipt and dispatch. Responsibilities are centered on extensive contact with the public over the telephone, or in person, in both emergency and non-emergency situations to receive, transmit, and provide factual information, forms, and reports. All activities must be performed within specified legal guidelines. Incumbents are expected to work independently and exercise judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

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