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Position Description THE POSITION The Fresno Police Department (FPD) is seeking energetic, organized, and dependable individuals who are committed to being a part of a vigorous law enforcement agency. The selected candidate will be expected to answer in-bound calls with emphasis on high quality customer service. The incumbents receive training in answering and evaluating emergency police, fire, and medical service calls, and operating a multi-channel Computer-Assisted Dispatch (CAD) system console and related equipment to dispatch appropriate public safety units.

Duties also include, but are not limited to, performing record checks for officers in the field, keeping records of all police units available, and responding to requests. Position reports to the Emergency Services Communications Supervisor. Must have the ability to operate radio communications equipment and type at a speed necessary for timely completion of assigned duties.

An Emergency Services Dispatcher I may be flexed to an Emergency Services Dispatcher II ($5,809 - $6,974/mo.) at the discretion of management within the first eighteen months of employment. Flexing is contingent upon successful completion of the Emergency Services Dispatcher Training Program and certification by the Police Department verifying that the incumbent is capable of performing the duties of an Emergency Services Dispatcher II. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period at the City's discretion

If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months. THE REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure a place on the eligibility list. Possession of a High School Diploma or equivalent GED completion AND (1) One year of work experience.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Eligibles certified to the Police Department for consideration must successfully complete a computer voice stress analyzer (CVSA) and/or polygraph test, an extensive background investigation, and a department interview before receiving conditional offers of employment. Individuals receiving a conditional offer of employment must successfully pass a medical examination before receiving a final offer of employment. If candidate receives a conditional employment offer, he/she will be required to successfully complete a medical examination which will include testing for the presence of drugs and alcohol.

Any falsification of information provided or any failure to meet the requirements will result in disqualification from further consideration in the selection process for Emergency Services Dispatcher I. Some of the potential reasons for disqualification from the selection process: - Use of illegal drugs either recently or extensively. - Failure to disclose prior drug use.

- Falsification of any required application or pre-employment materials. - Involvement in a crime, the nature of which would impair the credibility of the individual or cause embarrassment to the City of Fresno. - Poor employment record.

THE EXAMINATION PROCESS The examination process may consist of the following: Written Examination - 100%: A job-related online written examination will be administered, which is designed to measure a candidate's aptitude for performing public safety dispatch work. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE ONLINE WRITTEN EXAMINATION, please visit: Applicants CritiCall 911 Dispatcher & Emergency Calltaker Testing Software The written examination has been tentatively scheduled for the week of July 27, 2026.

HOW TO APPLY Please visit www.fresno.gov/jobs to apply. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application

ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application.

It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the junk mail or spam folders.

It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders as well. VETERAN'S PREFERENCE Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service.

Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score. How To Apply For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab.

For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason. Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents

Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application

For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications. For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage.

If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.