Police Dispatcher- Laterals Only - City of Martinez

Under general supervision, the Police Dispatcher for the Martinez Police Department is responsible for facilitation of communications between members of the public and personnel of this police department and other public service agencies.   Representative duties include, but are not limited to, operating the police communications center using various equipment such as telephone, radio, computer and related communications equipment.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
 
The Police Dispatcher is a non-sworn law enforcement position typically working inside the communications center of the police department.  The primary function of the position is to utilize communication equipment essential to the operation of the Martinez Police Department.   Such operations may involve multi-tasking in stressful situations in which public health, safety and welfare may be endangered.