Sheriff's Communication Officer

Full Time
Visalia, CA 93291
$42,282 - $51,531 a year
Posted
Job description

THIS RECRUITMENT IS BEING REOPENED AT THE REQUEST OF THE SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT. RECRUITMENT IS OPENED ON A CONTINUOUS BASIS AND CAN BE CLOSED AT ANYTIME WITH NOTICE.

This recruitment will establish an employment list to fill current and any future vacancies within the Sheriff's Department. The anticipated life of the employment list is six months. If interested in employment for this position for current or future vacancies, please submit an online application for consideration.

Current vacancies are with the Sheriff's Department located in Visalia. The anticipated life of the list is six months.

This position involves shift work in a twenty-four (24) hour, seven (7) day per week operation.

Typical Duties

Receive telephone and 911 calls from citizens or other law enforcement agencies or fire departments requesting/reporting emergencies, information and assistance; receive calls simultaneously, prioritize them, and maintain status of each; contact appropriate agencies for information and assistance; read and review California Penal Code, Vehicle Code, Tulare County Ordinances, Federal Communications procedural manual to learn and identify types and numbers of a variety of violations, to understand types and levels of reported crimes and emergency situations; operate and retrieve information from CLETS; perform clerical functions including typing, filing, maintaining logs and tally sheets; prepare various computer forms; operate teletype terminal in order to send teletype communications; provide general information to the public maintain and update records and current procedures; attend meetings and training seminars; Essential job duties may be assigned that are not listed above but are relative to this job classification. (Reasonable accommodation will be made when requested and determined by the County to be appropriate under applicable law.)

Employment Standards

Education/Experience : Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade and six (6) months of general clerical work or a combination of academic work and work experience.

Skill/Ability to: Work and communicate effectively with people of various education and socioeconomic backgrounds by respecting beliefs, interpersonal styles and behaviors of both clients and co-workers; operate contemporary office equipment inclusive of computer, keyboard, and all applicable electronic equipment; handle multiple tasks, establish priorities for each, and maintain the status of each; remember past and present events and relate them accurately; speak clearly and concisely; follow oral and written instructions; remain composed under stress; remain seated for periods of time and operate dispatching equipment while handling multiple and/or lengthy emergency situations; write legibly; file accurately; establish effective working relationships; type accurately at a speed of 40 wpm net; read and comprehend legal terms and terminology; compile appropriate information pertaining to stolen articles, firearms, vehicles and wanted persons; quickly assess situations and remain composed under stress; enter data into a computer while taking telephone messages; interact tactfully with law enforcement agencies and the public.

License or Certificate: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver's license.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment
Candidates selected will be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Additionally, a background investigation may also be conducted, which may include a re-investigation every 10 years for some positions. An Employment Eligibility Verification using E-Verify may be required on the first day of employment for some positions. Some job classes may also require a physical exam.
College Cost Reduction Access Act
This may be a qualifying position for student loan forgiveness through the College Cost Reduction and Access Act (CCRAA). Only student loan payments made after October 1, 2007 and in a qualified repayment plan are eligible. For more information you are encouraged to speak with your student loan servicer or visit: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Bargaining Unit 3

The information listed is a general summary of benefits. These provisions do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and are subject to change.

Benefit Amount: An annual benefit amount is provided and may be applied towards health insurance premiums (medical, dental, vision and life). This benefit is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis (24 pay periods).

Health Insurance: A choice of PPO and HMO medical plans which include PPO and HMO dental plans and include dental and vision coverage. Dependent coverage is available. Providers include Anthem Blue Cross, Kaiser Permanente, Delta Dental, and Vision Services Plan (VSP).

Retirement: The retirement plan is a defined benefit plan administered pursuant to the 1937 Act County Employees Retirement Act and integrated with Social Security. In addition to ordinary retirement benefits, the plan provides disability and death benefits. Retirement contributions are made by both the County and the employee. The County has reciprocity with the State of California, contracting PERS agencies, and all County 1937 Act Retirement Systems.

Paid Holiday Leave: 12 set days and 1 personal holiday.

Vacation Accrual:
2 weeks per year (0-3 years of service)
3 weeks per year (3-7 years of service)
4 weeks per year (7-11 years of service)
5 weeks per year (11+ years of service)
Limit of 300 hours.


Sick Leave Accrual: 12 days per year with unlimited accumulation, 50 hours of which may be used toward family sick leave.

Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D: $10,000; Provided by Standard Insurance Company.

Disability Insurance: Employees are covered by State Disability Insurance. The premium is paid by the employee.

Deferred Compensation: A voluntary deferred compensation plan is available.


To view more detailed descriptions of Tulare County's benefits, please view the Benefits section of our Web site at https://tularecounty.ca.gov/hrd/index.cfm/benefits-wellness/health-plans-active-employees/

The Provisions Of This Bulletin Do Not Constitute An Expressed Or Implied Contract And Are Subject To Change.

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