Fire Dispatcher I/II - Shift

Position Information

Salary: Level I : $2,127.12 - $2,542.11;

Level II : $2,350.24 - $2,808.75; paid bi-weekly.

Examinations

Performance Exam (Qualifying Only): Will consist of an exercise utilizing an emergency dispatch console monitor.

If the number of applicants successful on the performance exam is insufficient to merit an oral exam, the performance exam shall be weighted at 100%.

Oral Exam (Weight 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of appraising training, experience, interest and personal fitness for the position.

The Human Resources Division may solely conduct a performance examination should there be an insufficient number of candidates to warrant an oral examination.

Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.

Minimum Qualifications/Employment Standards

Level I

• High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent

Level II

• High School Diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent
• One (1) year of experience as a Fire Dispatcher I or equivalent position.

Level II also requires: Possession of valid certificate as a National Certified Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) AND licensure by the Kern County Emergency Medical Department as an EMD II.

Applicants must submit all applicable diploma(s), transcripts, license(s) and/or certificate(s) with their application by the final filing deadline. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may e-mail a copy to ***email_hidden*** or contact Cassandra Ramirez at 661-868-3913.

Full Job Descriptions: Fire Dispatcher I , Fire Dispatcher II

About Kern County

Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.

Growth Mindset

We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.

Additional Information

Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.

A background check may be conducted for this classification.

Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.

This examination will establish an eligible list from which appointments will be made by the Fire Department. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.

For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our FAQ page .

This position works within the Kern County Fire Department. For more information about the department, please view their website here .

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.