Dispatcher

Dispatchers are a critical link between the community and patrol units in the field. Our state-of-the-art communications center is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Dispatchers work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime.

The skilled actions of our dedicated dispatchers are vital to the Calaveras County community and law enforcement professionals.

Duties Include:

A dispatcher receives radio and telephone communications, processes all emergency calls within the county, and dispatches law enforcement and non-fire personnel as well as:

• Determines priorities in accordance with established procedures
• Maintains contact with all units on assignment
• Monitors status and location of units
• Receives requests for information regarding vehicle registration, driving records and warrant information
• Appears in court as a witness
• Work on special enforcement details

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