Public Safety Dispatcher (Entry-Level)
Salary
$59,940.00 - $72,852.00 Annually
Location
POLICE STATION - 1545 Poole Blvd, Yuba City
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
2026-00688
Department
Police
Division
Communications
Opening Date
08/03/2026
Closing Date
8/17/2026 2:00 PM Pacific
The Position
Join the Yuba City Police Department!
The City of Yuba City is currently recruiting for Public Safety Dispatcher (Entry-Level)!
This is an entry to full journey level class for Public Safety Dispatcher. Employees in this class begin in a training program assigned to a trainer at all times. They are closely supervised while being instructed by trainer and performing job duties according to established policies and procedures. Until successful completion of training, employees at this level are not considered a fully trained dispatcher and are not given the same level of responsibilities and independence as the journey level dispatcher. Employees are considered to be in on-the-job training and are expected to obtain the skills and knowledge necessary to advance to journey level performance. As experience accrues, employees will perform with increasing independence and responsibility while being observed and reviewed by trainer. Employees are assigned to trainers and will work varying work schedules, weekends, nights and holidays.
Upon completion of formal training the employee will perform the full range of duties and responsibilities. Employees at this level receive only general direction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedure and policies within the work unit. Employees allocated to this job class must work independently and possess the ability to prioritize assignments and information in an effective and productive manner. Employees must successfully pass training for CPR, EMD (Emergency Medical Dispatching), and the POST Dispatch Academy. Employees are assigned to varying work schedules, nights, weekends, holidays and overtime when required to keep the 24 hour dispatch center fully staffed.
For further details and more information on essential functions of the position, please refer to the job description: Public Safety Dispatcher.
For additional Department information please visit: www.yubacity.net/police.
Qualifications
Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:
Education: Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.
Licenses and/or Certificates Required: Possession of, or successful completion within twelve (12) months of appointment, a valid Basic Public Safety Dispatcher Certificate issued by the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST), to be maintained throughout employment. Possession of, or successful completion within twelve (12) months of appointment, a valid Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) certificate issued by the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED), to be maintained throughout employment.
Important Information
FINAL FILING DATE: Monday, August 17, 2026, at 2PM (PST).
The information above is a brief summary of job duties. Please visit www.yubacity.net for additional information regarding this position and employment with the City of Yuba City.
Selection Process
The minimum qualifications as stated in this job announcement represent only the basic requirements of the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee that a candidate will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
The recruitment process involves multiple steps which may include but are not limited to:
Please note: The entire recruitment process from recruitment opening date to start date could take 6 - 12 weeks for successful candidates.
Final candidates must pass pre-employment screening which may include:
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Yuba City does not discriminate on the basis of sex, religion, race, color, national origin, age, or disability in employment or the provision of service. Veterans, women, minorities and the disabled are encouraged to apply. EOE.
The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment process to accommodate candidates with disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department at least 72 hours in advance so such aids or services can be arranged. TTY users may contact Human Resources at (530) 822-4732.
The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
Questions
Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Yuba City. If you have questions regarding this job announcement or the application process:
About the City
The City of Yuba City is located in Sutter County, adjacent to the beautiful Feather River and at the base of the Sutter Buttes, the smallest mountain range in the world. Located just 40 miles north of Sacramento, Yuba City is the agricultural, economic and social center of the Yuba-Sutter Region. The area offers excellent outdoor activities such as hiking, boating, fishing, water skiing, hunting, biking, horseback riding, and is within comfortable driving distance of the Bay Area, Lake Tahoe, and other recreational areas.
The City is the perfect mix of urban convenience and small town charm. A historic downtown and modern shopping facilities make shopping convenient and a pleasure. The City prides itself in its well-maintained parks and aquatic center, while offering a wide range of recreational activities for the entire family.
The City of Yuba City offers a comprehensive benefits package. For more information, please click here.
Employer City of Yuba City
Address 1201 Civic Center Blvd
Yuba City, California, 95993
Phone 530-822-4610
Website https://www.yubacity.net/jobs
| Location | Yuba City, CA |
| Salary | $59,940–$72,852 Per Year |