Emergency Services Dispatcher

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.

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.

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License will be required at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire may be required to provide proof of a valid driver's license and a current copy of their driving record.

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 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:
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The written examination has been tentatively scheduled for the week of February 16, 2026.

APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call  for assistance. 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.

Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of…