Lateral Law Enforcement Dispatcher

About the role

Pay Range: $30.71 - $38.95 per hour (Step 1-13 YSO Dispatch Guild) Hiring Range: $30.71 - $32.59 per hour (Step 1-4 YSO Dispatch Guild) DOE Position Closes: December 31, 2026 with weekly reviews The Yakima County Civil Service Commission is now accepting applications to form a register of eligible candidates for the position of LATERAL Law Enforcement Dispatcher with the Yakima County Sheriff's Office. Candidates must have one year of Law Enforcement Dispatch experience to be eligible to apply. Selection Procedure: Applications and required documentation will be accepted and reviewed at the end of each week. Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of past experience and training. Applicants claiming veteran's preference eligibility will be required to complete the Application for Veterans' Preference Form. Please submit: #1 Yakima County Application #2 Proof of Citizenship (Copy of Birth Certificate / Naturalization Paperwork/ Passport) #3 Proof of High School Education or GED (copy of HS diploma/GED or copy of College/Trade School diploma. Unofficial Transcripts showing proof of a High school or higher education) Benefits included in position: -Health Care Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life and Basic LTD) -Retirement Benefits -Paid Vacation -Paid Holidays -Paid Sick Leave Note: This position is covered under YSO Dispatch Guild This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies that occur within 90 days of the closing of this position. (This excludes Yakima County Sheriff's Office and Department of Corrections)

Responsibilities

• Essential Duties:
• Receives, transmits and relays sensitive information by simultaneously operating radios, multi-line telephone systems, computer terminals, private line intercom systems and other telecommunication devices for multiple agencies. Monitors in-office video surveillance displays.
• Reviews and proofs Civil and Warrant Division documents. Verifies data provided and ensures accuracy of documents.
• Maintains the integrity of the agency and limits liability exposure by complying with local, state and federal laws when working with the public.
• Other duties required. (required duty statement)
• Education and Experience:
• High School Diploma or GED plus one year of Law Enforcement Dispatch experience. Must be in good standing with your current/past Law Enforcement position. Must be actively employed or a dispatcher within a year. Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Special Requirements :
• This is a position requires law enforcement dispatch experience. This position requires work on a rotating shift basis to include nights, weekends and holidays.
• This is a civil service position, Civil Service Rules and Regulations apply.
• Preferred:
• Bilingual English/Spanish
• Use of radios and multi line telephone
• Knowledge of Yakima County area and communities
• Equipment Used:
• Spillman Computer System; to look up in house information on subjects, bus

Benefits

Additional Information

Note: Current Employees must use the Workday Job Hubs career section to apply for this position. The mission of Yakima County Government is to provide accessible, responsive and responsible public service through leadership and teamwork committed to understanding and meeting public needs. Our Values: Integrity Common Sense Innovation Accountability Position Data: Law Enforcement Dispatcher-J23-U36-H Regular Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime)

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