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PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER, CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL (537856) — Public Safety Dispatcher

L4

california stateSacramento, CAtoday

$5,307.00 - $7,306.00 per Month

Occupations

Public Safety TelecommunicatorsDispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and AmbulancePolice and Sheriff's Patrol Officers

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Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety ActivitiesPolice ProtectionOther General Government Support
Public Safety Dispatcher California Highway Patrol$5,307.00 - $7,306.00 per Month New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable. Final Filing Date: 11/14/2026 Job Description and Duties Communications Infrastructure and Support Sectoin (CISS) has a Public Safety Dispatcher opening located at the California Highway Patrol Headquarters. This position is an instructor position within the Communications Training Program, and under the direction of a Public Safety Dispatch Supervisor I.The duties of the position include, but are not limited to: Participating in the research, development, design, review, and implementation of training curriculum, as well as appropriate training materials, manuals, guides, and other resources for the Public Safety Dispatcher Basic Course (PSDBC) Modules A and B, Communications Training Officer Course (CTOC), and Advanced Communications Training Officer Course (ACTOC) Provide support for gathering Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies and the Association of Public Safety Communications Officials accreditation standards from the communications centers Provide classroom instruction to communications personnel including, but not limited to cadets, guest users, allied agencies and field personnel as necessary Participating in research and analysis of new training information Participating in the evaluation of Communications Training Program (CTP), PSDBC, CTOC, and ACTOC effectiveness Working at local communications centers to retain perishable skills Work overtime at communications centers to supplement staffing, dependent upon command to command agreements • Two-to-four year commitment You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Conditions Tolerates a confined workspace with prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing, and performs effectively under stress and time constraints. This position is considered an administrative assignment; consequently, only current CHP Public Safety Dispatcher will be considered for this assignment. The incumbent selected will be expected to meet the minimum 24 months duration of the assignment, and the normal maximum duration of 48 months in accordance with General Order (G. O.) 10.6, Field and Headquarters Assignments and Transfers Nonuniformed Employees. Extensions of Administrative Assignments may be granted.
Minimum Requirements: You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Details Job Code #: JC-537856 Position #(s): 388-048-1663-008 Working Title: Public Safety Dispatcher Classification: PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER, CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL# of Positions: 1Work Location: Sacramento County Telework: In Office
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department Information California Highway Patrol 601 N. 7th Street Sacramento, CA 95811
Special Requirements
The position: (s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.
The position: (s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.
The position: (s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.
The position: (s) require(s) a(n) Typing Certificate. You will be required to provide a copy of your certificate prior to being hired.
Application Instructions: Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an Filing Date: 11/14/2026 Who May Apply Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s). Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).
How To Apply: Complete Application Packages (including your Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and applicable or required documents) must be submitted to apply for this Job Posting. Application Packages may be submitted electronically through your CalCareer. When submitting your application in hard copy, a completed copy of the Application Package listing must be included. If you choose to not apply electronically, a hard copy application package may be submitted through an alternative method listed below: Address for Mailing Application PackagesYou may submit your application and any applicable or required documents to: California Highway Patrol 052/Selection Standards and Examinations Attn: Jessica Pitman P.O. Box 942898 Sacramento, CA 94298-0001 Address for Drop-Off Application PackagesYou may drop off your application and any applicable or required documents at: California Highway Patrol 052/Selection Standards and Examinations Classification and Hiring 601 North 7th Street Sacramento, CA 95811 08:00 AM - 05:00 PMRequired Application Package Documents The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job: Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required.
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Desirable Qualifications: On-the-job training and/or teaching experience. Exceptional interpersonal skills. Ability to work well in a small team environment. Excellent oral and written communications skills. Excellent time management. Ability to travel.
Benefits:
  • Newer gated campus located close to Downtown Sacramento; offers free parking, electric vehicle charging stations, gym, an ATM, on-site Bistro, and is close to a light rail station. Close to bike/walking paths along the American River.
  • Public Safety Dispatchers are members of Bargaining Unit 7 and are eligible for excellent medical, dental and vision benefits as well as a great state retirement with additional
  • Benefit information can be found on the CalHR website and the CalPERS website.
  • Contact Information
  • The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.
Department Website: https://www.chp.ca.gov Human Resources Contact: Jessica Pitman (916) 843-3820 Hiring Unit Contact: Jeanne Espinoza (916) 843-4283 Please direct requests for Reasonable Accommodations to the interview scheduler at the time the interview is being scheduled. You may direct any additional questions regarding Reasonable Accommodations or Equal Employment Opportunity for this position(s) to the Department's EEO Office. EEO Contact: Equal Opportunity & Access Section (916) 843-3190 California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2
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Level

MidL4

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$5,307.00 - $7,306.00 per Month

Location

Sacramento, CA

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