DA Public Safety Dispatcher

ABOUT THE POSITION The Riverside County District Attorney's Office is accepting applications for a District Attorney Public Safety Dispatcher position;

the incumbent will support the Administrative Services Office of the District Attorney's Office by performing dispatching duties that include : operating various communication equipment to monitor and coordinate transmissions among investigators, investigative technicians, forensic technicians, and other support staff in the field.

Highly desired candidates will possess law enforcement / emergency dispatch experience. The work schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, working weekends or holidays depending on assignments.

Additionally, work schedules is a 4 / 10 with a flexible start time may be available post-training period based on department needs.

Meet the Team! The District Attorney of Riverside County , as the public prosecutor acting on behalf of the People, vigorously enforces the law, pursues the truth, protects those victimized by crime, exonerates the innocent, and safeguards the rights of all to ensure that justice is done on behalf of our community.

The office's staff of over 700 is comprised of prosecuting attorneys, sworn investigators, victim-witness advocates, paralegals, investigative technicians, forensic analysts, and a wide range of information technology and supporting staff all committed to excellence and integrity in public service.

We are, and we seek to maintain, a diverse workforce to match a diverse county. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Operate a variety of communications equipment including radio systems, various telephone systems, recording equipment, and computer systems in accordance with Federal Communications Commission regulations, department policy and standard operating procedures.
• Send and receive teletype printouts; operate radio, mobile telephone and paging equipment; maintain continuous contact with investigative personnel in the field in order to monitor location and exchange of information.
• Search local, state and national criminal justice databases and abstracts information pertaining to warrants, driver history, vehicles, firearms, and miscellaneous property.
• Monitor and maintain communication with field surveillance units in order to pursue appropriate courses of action in the event of an emergency;
• maintain radio contact with investigators on potentially dangerous assignments and notify supervisor if unable to make contact after a period of time set by the investigator;

request backup from law enforcement if necessary.

• Monitor security alarms located in assigned county facilities; issue and maintain law enforcement equipment used by investigative personnel.
• Assist in the on-the-job training of new employees learning the techniques and procedures of dispatching, operating radio equipment and operating CAD equipment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Experience : One year in the operation of emergency radio dispatch equipment in a civilian law enforcement agency.

• Dispatching to a staff of 100 or more. Knowledge of : The functions, operations, rules, and regulations of the District Attorney's Office;
• modern office practices and procedures including filing, record-keeping and operating standard office equipment; proper English language usage and grammar;
• the codes, techniques and procedures in dispatching and operating radio transmitters and receivers, telephones, teletype, teleprocessing equipment, and CAD equipment;
• the methods of collaborative problem solving; Riverside County geography, including the location of principle cities, highways, streets, and buildings;
• applicable regulations of the Federal Communications Commission. Ability to : Learn the codes, techniques and procedures used in dispatching, operating radio, telephone, Call Director, telecommunications devices, multi-channel recorders, playback machines, CAD systems, and teleprocessing equipment;
• accomplish tasks in a controlled and competent manner while working in a stressful environment; follow oral and written directions quickly and accurately;
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of department staff, law enforcement, government, business and community organizations, other agencies, and the public while promoting collaborative problem solving;

complete assigned clerical tasks with accuracy and speed. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Contact Information For more information regarding the position, please contact the recruiter Andrea Evans at 951-955-3572 or via email at aevans@rivco.

org. APPLICATION INFORMATION Veteran's Preference The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application.

For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference.

The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here : https : / / rivcocob.org / board-policies Reasonable Accommodations The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).

Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above.

For additional information and / or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at : https : / / rc-hr.

com / disability Proof of Education If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official / unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and / or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date.

Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted. If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.

AICE ). Equal Opportunity Employer The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons.

All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting.

A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance.

Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency / department head. General Information Current County of Riverside and / or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration.

Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. Job postings may close without notice based on application volume.

Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience / education is reflected on your application / resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants.

A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered. Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting.

Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.

rc-hr.com . If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.

com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627. MEDICAL / DENTAL / VISION INSURANCE : A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect.

The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable LIUNA Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note : Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here .

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT : County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

Tier I (Classic Member - Formula 3% @ 60) : Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08 / 24 / 2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions.

The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.

Tier II (Classic Member - Formula 2% @ 60) : Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08 / 23 / 2012 through 12 / 31 / 2012;

2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside.

The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.

Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62) : Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013.

Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024. A new member is defined as any of the following : A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.

A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.

A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members". Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note : This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.

org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981, Option 2. If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you.

CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION : Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual) : 0< 3 year 80 Hours (10 Days) 4< 9 years 120 Hours (15 Days) 10 or more years 160 Hours (20 Days) Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE : Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual. HOLIDAYS : Normally 12 paid holidays per year BEREAVEMENT LEAVE : Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid;

2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance) BASIC LIFE INSURANCE : Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage.

Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase. DISABILITY : Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.

54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks. POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION : A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER : There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.