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Posting Details Posting Details (Default Section) Closing Date: 01/13/2026 Open Until Filled No Classification Title Police Communications Dispatcher Working Title Police Communications Dispatcher Recruitment Limits Location District Pay Information Range 26 ($5,431.85 u2013 $7,489.87) per month based on the current Classified salary schedule (relations/Salary Schedules/Classified Salary Schedule 2024.pdf) . + New employees will begin on Step D ($5,431.85) . + Salary negotiation is not allowed. + Promoted or transferred employees will be placed as specified in the CBA . + This position is FLSA Non-exempt (may accrue overtime). + Excellent Benefits are provided to all Contract employees with assignments greater than, or equal to, 50% (0.50 FTE ) and all eligible dependents. + A temporary probationary period will apply to the employee entering this assignment. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements/handbooks (, salary schedules and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits Position Equivalent FTE: 1.0 FTE No. Months: 12 Months Position Number: 00120523 FLSA Status Non-Exempt (accrues overtime) Position Type Classified Bargaining Unit AFT - Classified Professionals Range 19 Department College Police The Position At SDCCD , the Police Department is the cornerstone of campus safety and community well-being. Our officers provide 24/7 law-enforcement coverage to all our colleges, continuing-education campuses, and administrative sites, ensuring a safe environment for tens of thousands of students, faculty, staff, and visitors As part of our team, youu2019ll help enforce laws, prevent crime, and respond to emergencies u2014 all while supporting a diverse, educational community deeply committed to learning and growth. Youu2019ll also benefit from: + A well-organized department with specialized divisions (Patrol, Investigations, Bike Patrol, Emergency Response Teams, Campus Service Officers, Dispatch, and more) to support professional development and varied career paths. + Serving in a dynamic higher-education environment where your work enables students and staff to focus on academic success, knowing their safety is in capable hands. If youu2019re a motivated, community-oriented professional seeking to make a meaningful impact and grow within a forward-looking public safety team u2014 weu2019d love to meet you. Applications are currently being accepted for Police Communications Dispatcher in the College Police Department Communications Division, located at the District Service Center on Frazee Rd. Hours will vary depending on shift. Selected candidate must be willing to adjust work days/hours based on the departmentu2019s needs. Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor. Classification Description Click here (Technical/Police Communications Dispatcher.pdf) for description. If you would like to open the link in a different tab or window, right click and select the option. Desired Qualifications + Knowledge of English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary. + Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment, including computer hardware and software. + Type/keyboard at 30 words per minute. + Perform clerical duties of average difficulty + Receive, evaluate, prioritize calls; determine nature/priority/location. + Prioritize emergency situations accurately. + Ability to stay calm under pressure and respond appropriately during emergencies. + Ability to operate multiple systems and process information rapidly. + Ability to follow directions and carry out verbal and written instruction. + Ability to work tactfully with the public and effectively deal with distressed/uncooperative persons. + Ability to work independently, or alone, and maintain operations. + Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately. Foreign Degree: Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( NACES ) ( or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC .( ACEI ) (. A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application Commitment to Diversity: All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals. Click here (for the EEO / Diversity / Nondiscrimination u2013 Policies and Procedures Special Instructions to Applicants: To ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility ( DEIA ), please submit only the materials specifically requested in this posting (e.g., no personal photos, articles, etc.). Be sure to upload the required documents using the respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless explicitly requested, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee. Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted. All correspondence, including interview invitations, will be communicated via email. We are dedicated to maintaining the confidentiality of all inquiries, nominations, and applications in the strictest confidence, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. + Complete online application; + Cover Letter; AND + Resume. Tentative Timeline (Subject to Amendments) Expected Interview Dates: February 10th, February 11th, or February 12th, 2026. Conditions of Employment: SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT : + Submit u201cofficialu201d college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position); + Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment); + Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the Districtu2019s expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment); + Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form; AND , + Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices. EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS ( or CalSTRS ( website for further information. Additional Information: EMPLOYEE BENEFITS SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time classified employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the California Public Employeesu2019 Retirement System (CalPERS) upon appointment. Medical, dental, and vision plans are 100% employer paid for you and all dependents $100,000 group term life insurance 25 vacation days, 12 sick days, 16 holidays, and winter recess paid time off Tuition reimbursement Educational incentive program (for salary advancement) CalPERS employer contribution rate of 26.81% Posting Number CL01855 Supplemental Questions