Dispatcher II (Lateral)

Dispatcher II (Lateral)

Salary

$78,602.65 - $99,571.49 Annually

Location

City of Folsom Police Department, 46 Natoma Street, Folsom, CA

Job Type

Full Time Permanent

Job Number

26-00028

Department

Police Department

Opening Date

07/01/2026

Closing Date

7/26/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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Definition

Applications must be filled out completely and thoroughly. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of an application.

IMPORTANT NOTE: All applicants will be required to pass the CritCall exam held by the Folsom Police Department.

Anchored in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada - 20 miles east of Sacramento and about 1.5 hours from Lake Tahoe - the City of Folsom is comprised of beautiful parks and trails, and boasts excellent schools, family-orientated neighborhoods, and outstanding shopping, dining, and cultural options. Folsom is a high-tech, forward-looking city, with firms ranging from small to large international corporations. Niche recently released its list of the Best in America for 2025, and Folsom swept the honors with seven elementary, two middle, and two high schools making the list.

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The City of Folsom is currently recruiting for a Dispatcher II to join the Communications team for the Folsom Police Department. Qualified candidates must have at least one (1) year of full-time dispatch experience with a governmental law enforcement agency, must have utilized a computer-aided dispatch system to perform job duties, and must posses a valid P.O.S.T. Dispatch certificate.

Under immediate and general supervision of the Communications Supervisor, the Dispatcher II will receive all incoming requests for service either by telephone or radio; evaluate information received, determine proper course of action, and follow departmental procedures in carrying out the correct course of action. Dispatcher IIs may oversee, monitor, and/or direct the work of lower level personnel.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The Dispatcher II is the experienced/journey level class in the series, fully competent to independently perform the full range of duties. This class is distinguished from those in the lower classification of Dispatcher I by the relative independence with which they perform their duties of applying specific references, procedures, sequences, and alternatives to different work situations, referring non-procedural questions to the supervisor, and the possibility of being assigned as a Communications Training Officer.

This is a non-exempt position represented by the Folsom Police Officers Association (FPOA).

Successful candidates must pass multiple interviews, followed by an extensive background process, pre-employment physical, psychological evaluation, and anti-deception test.

Examples of Essential Duties

NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all the duties listed.

• Receive and respond to incoming routine and emergency telephone and radio calls, including 911 emergency calls.
• Process calls from the public and dispatch police units using a computer-aided dispatch system.
• Answer inquiries and public complaints, and dispatching appropriate units or equipment to handle routine and emergency calls.
• Supply information to the public.
• Maintain contact with local units on assignment and with personnel from other law enforcement agencies.
• Monitor, respond to, and determine proper course of action related to radio transmissions.
• Compile data and prepare reports of calls for service, equipment dispatched, and disposition.
• Use computer system to request information from other law enforcement agencies and to input and retrieve data.
• Perform a variety of difficult and technical police record keeping work.
• Perform general office assistance and assignments.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Employment Standards

NOTE: The level and scope of the knowledge and abilities listed below are related to job duties as defined under "Distinguishing Characteristics."

Knowledge of:

• Telephone techniques and etiquette.
• Modern office procedures, techniques, and equipment.
• Recordkeeping methods and procedures.

Ability to:

• Learn to effectively operate computer aided dispatch system rooms, 9-1-1 telephone equipment, and radio equipment.
• Follow and interpret oral and written instructions.
• Accurately transfer information.
• Type accurately from a clear copy.
• Read and interpret manuals and codes.
• Remain calm, act quickly, and use good judgment in all situations.
• Compile information and maintain records.
• Interact with the public courteously, with patience, and a positive attitude.
• Work a variety of shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Minimum Qualifications

DISPATCHER II

Education:

High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade.

Experience:

One (1) year of full-time dispatch experience with a governmental law enforcement agency. Duties routinely performed must be similar to those completed by dispatchers at the Folsom Police Department. Incumbents must have utilized a computer-aided dispatch system to perform job duties.

License, Certificate, Registration Requirements:

• Some positions may require the possession of, or the ability to obtain and retain, a California Class C driver license by the time of appointment. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
• Dispatcher II: possession of a current and valid P.O.S.T. Dispatch Certificate by time of application.

Physical Requirements:

Work is performed in a typical office environment. (1) Mobility: frequent use of keyboard; frequent sitting for long periods of time; occasional bending or squatting. (2) Lifting: frequently up to 10 pounds; occasionally up to 25 pounds. (3) Vision: constant use of overall vision; frequent reading and close-up work; occasional color and depth vision. (4) Dexterity: frequent repetitive motion; frequent writing; frequent grasping, holding, and reaching. (5) Hearing/ Talking: frequent hearing and talking, in person and on the phone. (6) Emotional/ Psychological: frequent decision-making and concentration; frequent public and/or coworker contact; occasional working alone. (7) Environmental: frequent exposure to noise.

Other Requirements:

Must be willing to work varied, rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

The City of Folsom offers a wide range of employee benefits. Click here for a summary of benefits for our Police Officers. For specific benefit information, refer to the labor agreements (MOUs) of each bargaining unit.

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These supplemental questions are an important first step in our screening process. Failure to provide complete responses may result in your application not being considered. In addition, the successful candidate is made a conditional offer subject to background check, which requires DOJ fingerprint clearance and a pre-employment physical, including screening for drug and alcohol use. The City follows federal law; candidates testing positive for THC do not pass the background screening. By checking the box below, I acknowledge that I have read and understood the above information.

• I have read and understood background and screening process.

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The salary range for this position (D38) is $78,602.65 - $99,571.49 annually with the City typically hiring at step 1. By checking the box below, you acknowledge your understanding of salary paid for this position.

• I acknowledge understanding of salary paid for this position.

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Are you in a familial, cohabitant, or amorous relationship with any current employee of the City of Folsom? Examples of these relationships include: spouse, domestic partner, parent, child, sibling, uncle, aunt, nephew, niece, first cousin, grandparent, great-grandparent, grandchild, or great-grandchild. Relations may be by blood, marriage, adoption, or domestic partnership, including in-law, step- and half-relationships. (If yes, please answer the next question.)

• Yes
• No

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Please list name of relative, relationship and department that your relative works in. (If not applicable, please type N/A)

05

What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

• Did not complete high school or GED
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Some college
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree or higher

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Do you posses a current and valid P.O.S.T. Dispatch Certificate? This is required at time of application in order to qualify for Dispatcher II.

• Yes
• No

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How many years of full-time experience do you have working for a government law enforcement agency?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to 2 years
• 2 to 3 years
• 3 to 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• More than 5 years

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Are you able to work a variety of shifts as assigned, including days, evenings, nights, weekends and holiday and rotate through all shifts during the first year of employment as part of the training process?

• Yes
• No

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Have you used a computer-aided dispatch system to perform job duties?

• Yes
• No

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Briefly explain why you are interested in working for the City of Folsom as a Dispatcher II, and why you would excel in this role.

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Have you attached all of the required documents listed in this job posting including resume, any educational degrees/transcripts, POST certificates, and relevant documentation?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have any additional comments regarding your application and/or attached documents? If yes please describe, if not put "N/A".

Required Question

Employer City of Folsom

Address 50 Natoma Street

Folsom, California, 95630

Phone (916) 461-6050

Website http://www.folsom.ca.us