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Camp Chef

City of Sacramento, CA Sacramento, CA

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Salary : 84 USD

Job Description

THE POSITION

The City of Sacramento requires all newly appointed employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Candidates seeking an accommodation from this requirement will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

NON-CAREER PART TIME / SEASONAL

Employment dates for this position are from May to August,

DEFINITION :

Under direction, responsible for the efficient operation of the dining hall, kitchen, and food preparation at Camp Sacramento;

maintain quality control of all meals, food inventory, recordkeeping, food service equipment, and supplies; and, supervise all food services staff.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Employees in this classification are non-career. Incumbents can work up to hours per year. The Camp Chef oversees a food service operation and provides training to subordinate staff.

The Camp Chef is distinguished from the lower level class of Assistant Camp Chef in that the Camp Chef class is assigned more complex responsibilities and supervises assigned staff.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

General supervision is provided by the Camp Manager. Responsibilities include the indirect supervision of the Assistant Camp Chef and other lower level personnel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all the listed duties and / or may be required to perform related duties as needed.

Supervise, schedule, and coordinate the work of food service staff in preparing and serving main dishes, meats, salads, desserts, and baked goods using ovens, stoves, and other kitchen equipment with minimal waste.
Perform a variety of tasks to prepare food to be cooked and served, including cleaning, chopping, weighing, and measuring ingredients.
Ensure the dining room, food preparation areas, and equipment used in preparing food are kept in clean, sanitary, and in proper working condition.
Maintain high standards of sanitation and safety in the preparation and serving of food.
Sanitize food preparation equipment and food preparation areas.
Order and maintain inventory of food and supplies.
Create meal menus with Camp Manager.
Participate in all Camp Sacramento cleanup.
Follow staff policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATIONS : Knowledge of :

Knowledge of :

Principles and practices of supervision and training.
Operation of commercial cooking equipment.
Principles, procedures, and equipment used in the storage, care, preparation, cooking, and dispensing of food in large quantity.
Kitchen sanitation and safety measures used in the operation, cleaning, and care of utensils, equipment, and work areas.
Proper food handling techniques.
Principles of menu planning and modifications for special diets.
Operation of commercial cooking equipment.

Ability to :

Supervise, plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of staff.
Train staff in proper methods of food handling, food preparation, and cooking techniques.
Follow and / or adjust formulas and recipes for food preparation in large quantities.
Plan and carry out the work of a given menu.
Order food and supplies in the correct quantity to meet menu requirements.
Prepare quantities of food required with minimal waste.
Maintain personal hygiene.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Perform physical work.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Read, write, and speak English at a level necessary for satisfactory job performance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Education : None required.

None required.

Experience :

Six months experience preparing food in a cafeteria or restaurant.

Completion of a certificate from an accredited food management or culinary school.

PROOF OF CERTIFICATION

Should certification and / or license be used to qualify for this position, then proof of said certification and / or license should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment .

License or Certificate :

Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License and Servsafe certification are desirable.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Age :

Must be at least 18 years old by time of appointment.

Assessments :

If considered for appointment, candidates must :

Pass a physical and a criminal background check.
Pass a tuberculosis screening test.

Training :

Successful candidates must participate in a mandatory staff training that is typically conducted in late May or early June of each year.
This position is designated as Mandatory Reporter; completion of Mandatory Reporter training is required within two weeks of appointment.

Transportation :

Successful candidates must provide their own transportation to the Camp Sacramento site.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The conditions herein are typically required of an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Physical Requirements :

Work duties require the ability to exert physical effort, typically involving walking, bending, stooping, and standing for extended periods of time on hard surfaces;

and, lifting and carrying materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Environmental Conditions :

Employees must be able to work outside in various types of weather, terrains, and elevations; exposed to cold weather conditions.

Working Conditions :

Camp Sacramento is situated in the Eldorado National Forest located in Twin Bridges, California. Employees are required to reside at Camp Sacramento May to August, with the possibility to extend through September.

Employees in this position are required to work weekend and night shifts.

THE SELECTION PROCEDURE

Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders.

All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.

1. Application : (Pass / Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline ;
Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.
Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified : If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section.

Note : Qualifying experience is based on full-time experience (40 hours per week). Qualifying experience is calculated to the full-time equivalent (pro-rated if less than 40 hours / week).

If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.

Proof of certification and / or license should be submitted online with your application. Proof of certification and / or license will be required at time of appointment.

Position / job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.

Supplemental documents such as resume, cover letter, and proof of education are highly preferred and recommended at the time of application submission.

Documents should be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as attachment(s) via online with the employment application, emailed to , or by FAX to -.

If submitting via FAX / email, please include your name and Job #-23-YPCE on your documents.

2. Supplemental Questionnaire : (Pass / Fail) - In addition to the City of Sacramento employment application, all applicants must complete and submit online responses to the supplemental questionnaire :

Responses to the supplemental questionnaire must be submitted online; paper questionnaire will not be accepted.
Incomplete supplemental questionnaire will not pass the review process; omitted information cannot be considered or assumed.
A resume will not substitute for the information required in the supplemental questionnaire.
Possession of the minimum qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee of further advancement in the selection process.

3. Screening Committee : (Pass / Fail)- All applications received by the final filing deadline will be forwarded to the hiring department for review.

The hiring department will select the most competitive applications for further consideration. Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications, as stated on the job announcement, for applications selected by the hiring department.

4. Interview Process : Human Resources will forward applications to the hiring department. Those determined to be the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in an interview process.

5. Conditional Hire : Upon receipt of a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete and pass LiveScan / fingerprinting ;

and provide proof of receiving a complete COVID-19 vaccination. If applicable, candidates may also need to pass a pre-employment medical exam, controlled substance and / or alcohol test, and possess any required licensure or certification prior to receiving a start date from the Department.

Failure to meet these prerequisites will be grounds for withdrawal of your conditional offer of employment.

QUESTIONS :

For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process :

Please visit or a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process.
For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Applicant Support at -.
Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at ;
Send an email to ; or
Call the Human Resources Department at -

This position does not have Benefits.

Pension Reform Act

The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of .

Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and / or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Closing Date / Time : 7 / 31 / 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Base Pay

Job Address

Sacramento, California United States

Part-time

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Dispatcher I

City of Sacramento, CA Sacramento, CA

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Salary : 54, USD

Job Description

THE POSITION

The City of Sacramento requires all newly appointed employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Candidates seeking an accommodation from this requirement will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

You must have taken and passed the Dispatcher CritiCall examination for further consideration. To take the examination, click here .

Please Note : a candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check for job-related convictions, fingerprinting, polygraph test, psychological test, credit check, and a drug use history to be considered for this position.

Applicants applying to this posting will be hired as a Dispatcher Recruit and must successfully complete a seven week Dispatcher Training Academy.

Upon satisfactory graduation from a Dispatcher Training Academy, a Dispatcher Recruit meeting the requirements of the Dispatcher I classification shall be advanced to the career classification of Dispatcher I.

For more information regarding the Dispatcher Recruit position, please visit the following link :

Dispatcher Recruit Classification Specification :

To receive incoming telephone calls and dispatch police units as necessary for assistance; perform a variety of general support duties related to communications activities.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is an entry level class in the Dispatcher series. Incumbents of this class are trained in department policies, procedures and systems through on-the-job training.

Generally, work is observed and reviewed both during performance and upon completion. Dispatcher Recruit is distinguished from the Dispatcher I classification in that it is a training classification.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Immediate supervision is provided by a Dispatcher III. Technical or functional supervision may be provided by a Dispatcher II or Dispatcher III.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Receive emergency and non-emergency telephone calls from the public requesting police, fire, and local government service;

determine nature and priority; dispatch units as necessary; and / or refer or transfer callers to ensure excellent customer service.

Maintain radio contact with all units on assignment.
Coordinate emergency calls and relay information and assistance requests involving other law enforcement and firefighting agencies.
Query information from law enforcement communication networks relating to wanted persons, criminal history, stolen property, and Department of Motor Vehicle information.
Query and enter stolen, stored, and repossessed vehicle information.
Perform a variety of records keeping duties related to the computer aided dispatch system.
Test and inspect equipment as required.
Testify in court as needed.
Prepare written responses or reports related to communication complaints, investigative follow-ups or police reports.
Write daily work progress reports when training a new Dispatcher.
Demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, empathy, and excellent customer service in accordance with departmental policy and the community-oriented policing concept.
Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of :

English grammar, usage, spelling and punctuation.

Ability to :

Express themselves in English in a clear, distinct, and understandable manner when speaking to individuals, before diverse populations, various public and community groups, and when testifying in court.
Effectively communicate with and elicit information from upset and irate citizens.
Work under pressure and exercise good judgment in emergency situations.
Exercise independent judgment and work with a minimum of supervision.
Use a computer and keyboard to enter data provided verbally and in writing.
Learn standard broadcasting rules and procedures.
Learn City street system and physical layout of Sacramento.
Understand and comply with oral and written directions.
Learn to operate computer-aided dispatch, telephone, and radio broadcasting equipment.
Value customers and co-workers through provision of excellent customer service.
Operate office machines and equipment.
Type 40 net wpm.

EXPEREINCE AND EDUCATION

High school diploma or GED equivalent and completion of twelve units from an accredited college or university.

One year of customer service experience and successful completion of the Sacramento Police Department's Basic Dispatch Academy within the last twelve months.

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Four years of customer service experience and successful completion of the Sacramento Police Department's Basic Dispatch Academy within the last twelve months.

PROOF OF EDUCATION

Should education be used to qualify for this position, then proof of education such as, but not limited to, university / college transcripts and degrees should be submitted with your application and will be required at the time of appointment .

Unofficial documents and / or copies are acceptable.

An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credentials evaluation service.

Evaluation of education records will be due at time of appointment.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD :

Employees must complete eighteen months of probation at a satisfactory performance.

THE SELECTION PROCEDURE

Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders.

All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.

1. Application : (Pass / Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline;
Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.
Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified : If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section.
Note : Qualifying experience is based on 40 hours per week (pro-rated if less than 40 hours / week). If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section;

a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.

Proof of education such as, but not limited to, university / college transcripts and degrees should be submitted online with your application.

Proof of education will be required at time of appointment. Position / job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.

Supplemental documents such as resume, cover letter, and proof of education are highly preferred and recommended at the time of application submission.

Documents should be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as attachment(s) via online with the employment application, emailed to , or by FAX to -.

If submitting via FAX / email, please include your name and Job# -23-PD-7 on your documents. 2. Online Dispatcher CritiCall Exam : (Pass / Fail) - Candidates must have taken and passed the Dispatcher CritiCall Examination by 11 : 59 p.

m. on July 31 , for further consideration. Candidates can access the examination at any time by visiting the City of Sacramento’s Examination’s website :

The online Dispatcher CritiCall examination may test your ability to :

Follow rules and directions.
Make decisions quickly and accurately based on rules you are provided.
Enter data or information (such as names, telephone numbers, license plate sequences, etc.) into a computer using a keyboard.
Hear, comprehend, summarize, and / or answer questions about information provided verbally in short story form.
Use written information provided on lists (such as an alphabetically sequenced telephone book).
Recognize if bits of information, such as addresses or names, are similar or different.
Quickly learn and later recognize information that is shown in writing, such as descriptions (e.g., red car, blue boat, green shirt).
Perform basic arithmetic (such as addition, subtraction, percentages) without a calculator or other tools.
Hear and remember pieces of information, such as telephone numbers or license plate numbers, for a short period of time.
Evaluate information provided in order to prioritize or categorize incidents.
Evaluate information and identify the most correct solution based upon that information.
Determine routes and / or locations using very basic maps. (No prior map-reading training or experience is required to correctly respond to these questions.)
Correctly spell commonly used words which sound alike that might delay emergency assistance if misspelled (e.g., patience instead of patients).
Communicate using sentences or phrases that clearly express the intended meaning.
Read and comprehend written passages.

A Dispatcher CritiCall Examination study guide is available for your reference on the City of Sacramento’s Applicant Resources Page at

The exam is fully compatible with the latest version of Chrome, Edge, and Firefox. Safari users will have to follow the onscreen instructions after clicking the test link for enabling the auto-play function within the Safari browser.

Please note, Microsoft is no longer supporting Internet Explorer thus the exam may not be compatible with Internet Explorer Browse.

For Apple users, the Safari browser defaults the Media Auto-Play settings to off , which prevents sound in certain modules from playing.

The setting is easily changed to allow for Auto-Play. Please make sure you check these settings prior to beginning your exam.

This exam contains several audio components. Computer speakers and / or headphones will be required.

If you have not used the testing system previously, you may be prompted to download a browser plug-in. Please do so in order to take the exam from your computer.

3. Screening Committee : (Pass / Fail)- Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications of candidates who have passed the Dispatcher CritiCall examination.

Human Resources will evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications stated on the job announcement. Candidates who have passed the exam and meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to the department after the last day of the month.

4. Eligibility : Candidates who pass the online Dispatcher CritiCall examination, submit a valid employment application, and meet the qualification standards will be forwarded to the department for further consideration.

You are not required to re-apply or re-take the exam for this position if you have successfully passed the Dispatcher CritiCall test and have active eligibility.

You will maintain eligibility for one year from the date of notification of a passing score on the Dispatcher Criticall examination.

5. Background Process : If considered for appointment, candidates must pass a background investigation, which includes a criminal history check, fingerprinting, polygraph test, psychological test, credit check, and drug use history.

6. Employment Eligibility : All newly appointed City employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment.

Proof of receiving a complete COVID-19 vaccination must be submitted prior to your start date with the City.

QUESTIONS

For questions concerning Drug Use Standards or the Background process :

Visit the Police Department web site at OR;
Call the Police Recruiting Office at - OR;
Send an email to

For questions concerning the Sacramento Police Department's Public Safety Communications Academy :

Call the Sacramento Police Department's Public Safety Communications Academy at -.

For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process :

Please visit for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process.
For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at .
Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at ;
Send an email to ; or
Call the Human Resources Department at -

Bilingual Pay

Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary.

Pension Reform Act

The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of .

Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and / or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Additional Information

Civil Service Rules :

Union Contracts :

Salary Schedule : Date / Time : 7 / 31 / 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Base Pay

Job Address

Sacramento, California United States

Full-time

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Dispatcher II

City of Sacramento, CA Sacramento, CA

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Salary : 67, USD

Job Description

THE POSITION

The City of Sacramento requires all newly appointed employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Candidates seeking an accommodation from this requirement will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

You must have taken and passed the Dispatcher CritiCall examination for further consideration. To take the examination, click here .

You must have experience as a law enforcement Dispatcher in a Public Safety Dispatch Center to qualify for this position.

Please review "Qualifications - Lateral Entry" within this job announcement before applying for this position

Please Note : a candidate must successfully pass a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history check for job-related convictions, fingerprinting, polygraph test, psychological test, credit check, and a drug use history to be considered for this position.

To receive incoming telephone calls and dispatch police units as necessary for assistance;

perform a variety of general support duties related to communications activities. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and are normally filled by advancement from the lower class of Dispatcher I.

Appointment at the higher class requires that the employee be performing the full range of duties assigned to the class.

Work in this class is distinguished from that of the Dispatcher I class by the greater independence with which an incumbent is expected to operate.

Dispatcher II is a journey-level classification and incumbents are expected to perform the full range of duties of Dispatcher without direct supervision.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

General supervision is provided by a Dispatcher III.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Receive emergency and non-emergency telephone calls from the public requesting police, fire, and local government service;

determine nature and priority; dispatch units as necessary; and / or refer or transfer callers to ensure excellent customer service.

Maintain radio contact with all units on assignment.
Coordinate emergency calls and relay information and assistance requests involving other law enforcement and firefighting agencies.
Query information from law enforcement communication networks relating to wanted persons, criminal history, stolen property, and Department of Motor Vehicle information.
Query and enter stolen, stored, and repossessed vehicle information.
Perform a variety of records keeping duties related to the computer aided dispatch system.
Test and inspect equipment as required.
Testify in court as needed.
Prepare written responses or reports related to communication complaints, investigative follow-ups or police reports.
Write daily work progress reports when training a new Dispatcher.
Demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, empathy, and excellent customer service in accordance with departmental policy and the community-oriented policing concept.
Other related duties may also be performed; not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual holding this classification.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of :

English grammar, usage, spelling and punctuation.
Standard radio broadcasting procedures and rules.

Ability to :

Express themselves in English in a clear, distinct, and understandable manner when speaking to individuals, before diverse populations, various public and community groups, and when testifying in court.
Effectively communicate with and elicit information from upset and irate citizens.
Work under pressure and exercise good judgment in emergency situations.
Exercise independent judgment and work with a minimum of supervision.
Use a computer and keyboard to enter data provided verbally and in writing.
Learn standard broadcasting rules and procedures.
Learn City street system and physical layout of Sacramento.
Understand and comply with oral and written directions.
Learn to operate computer-aided dispatch, telephone, and radio broadcasting equipment.
Value customers and co-workers through provision of excellent customer service.
Operate office machines and equipment.
Type 40 net words per minute.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Education :

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and completion of twelve units from an accredited college or university.

Experience :

Successful completion of the probationary period as a Dispatcher I with the City of Sacramento.

Substitution :

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent an additional four years of customer service experience may substitute for the required education.

LATERAL ENTRY : Two years of experience as a dispatcher working with law enforcement agencies where duties included answering telephone calls and radio dispatching, which must include six months of experience within the last six months.

Successful completion of the California P.O.S.T. Public Safety Dispatcher Basic Course within twelve months of appointment.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD :

Employees hired as a lateral entry must complete twelve months of probation at a satisfactory performance level prior to gaining permanent status.

THE SELECTION PROCEDURE

Please note, the City of Sacramento's preferred method of communication with applicants is via e-mail. As such, please ensure you verify the e-mail address on your application, and check your e-mail frequently, including your spam and junk folders.

All e-mail notifications can also be accessed through the governmentjobs.com applicant inbox.

1. Application : (Pass / Fail) - All applicants must complete and submit online a City of Sacramento employment application by the final filing deadline;
Employment applications must be submitted online; paper applications will not be accepted.
Employment applications will be considered incomplete and will be disqualified :
If applicants do not list current and past job-related experience in the duties area of the "Work Experience" section.

Note : Qualifying experience is based on 40 hours per week (pro-rated if less than 40 hours / week).

If "see resume" is noted in the "Work Experience" section; a resume will not substitute for the information required in the "Work Experience" section.
Position / job titles will not be considered in determining eligibility for meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.
Supplemental documents such as resume, cover letter, and proof of education are highly preferred and recommended at the time of application submission.

Documents should be submitted to the City of Sacramento Employment Office as attachment(s) via online with the employment application, emailed to , or by FAX to -.

If submitting via FAX / email, please include your name and Job # -23-PD-7 on your documents.

2. Online CritiCall Exam : ( Pass / Fail) - Candidates must have taken and passed the Dispatcher CritiCall Examination by 11 : 59 p.

m. on July 31, for further consideration. Candidates can access the examination at any time by visiting the City of Sacramento’s Examination’s website :

The online CritiCall examination may test your ability to :

Follow rules and directions.
Make decisions quickly and accurately based on rules you are provided.
Enter data or information (such as names, telephone numbers, license plate sequences, etc.) into a computer using a keyboard.
Hear, comprehend, summarize, and / or answer questions about information provided verbally in short story form.
Use written information provided on lists (such as an alphabetically sequenced telephone book).
Recognize if bits of information, such as addresses or names, are similar or different.
Quickly learn and later recognize information that is shown in writing, such as descriptions (e.g., red car, blue boat, green shirt).
Perform basic arithmetic (such as addition, subtraction, percentages) without a calculator or other tools.
Hear and remember pieces of information, such as telephone numbers or license plate numbers, for a short period of time.
Evaluate information provided in order to prioritize or categorize incidents.
Evaluate information and identify the most correct solution based upon that information.
Determine routes and / or locations using very basic maps. (No prior map-reading training or experience is required to correctly respond to these questions.)
Correctly spell commonly used words which sound alike that might delay emergency assistance if misspelled (e.g., patience instead of patients).
Communicate using sentences or phrases that clearly express the intended meaning.
Read and comprehend written passages.

A Dispatcher CritiCall Examination study guide is available for your reference on the City of Sacramento’s Applicant Resources Page at

The exam is fully compatible with the latest version of Chrome, Edge, and Firefox. Safari users will have to follow the onscreen instructions after clicking the test link for enabling the auto-play function within t he Safari browser.

Please note, Microsoft is no longer supporting I nternet Explorer thus the exam may not be compatible with Internet Explorer Browse .

For Apple users, the Safari browser defaults the Media Auto-Play settings to off , which prevents sound in certain modules from playing.

The setting is easily changed to allow for Auto-Play. Please make sure you check these settings prior to beginning your exam.

This exam contains several audio components. Computer speakers and / or headphones will be required.

If you have not used the testing system previously, you may be prompted to download a browser plug-in. Please do so in order to take the exam from your computer.

3. Screening Committee : (Pass / Fail )- Human Resources will only evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications of candidates who have passed the CritiCall examination.

Human Resources will evaluate employment applications for the minimum qualifications stated on the job announcement. Candidates who have passed the exam and meet the minimum qualifications will be referred to the department after the last day of the month.

4. Eligib ility : Candidates who pass the online CritiCall examination , submit a valid employment application, and meet the qualification standards will be forwarded to the department for further consideration.

You are not required to re-apply or re - take the exam for this position if you have successfully passed the CritiCall test and have active eligibility.

You will maintain eligibility for one year from the date of notification of a passing score on the Criticall examination.

5. Background Process : If considered for appointment, candidates must pass a background investigation, which includes a criminal history check, fingerprinting, polygraph test, psychological test, credit check, and drug use history.

6. Employment Eligibility : All newly appointed City employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment.

Proof of receiving a complete COVID-19 vaccination must be submitted prior to your start date with the City .

QUESTIONS

For questions concerning Drug Use Standards or the Background process :

Visit the Police Department web site at OR;
Call the Police Recruiting Office at - OR;
Send an email to

For questions concerning the Sacramento Police Department's Public Safety Communications Academy :

Call the Sacramento Police Department's Public Safety Communications Academy at -.

For questions concerning this job announcement and the application process :

Please visit for a comprehensive, step-by-step guide to the application process.
For technical support between 6 AM - 5 PM PT, contact Live Application Support at .
Visit the City of Sacramento Human Resources Department website at ;
Send an email to ; or
Call the Human Resources Department at -

Bilingual Pay

Did you know that the City offers bilingual pay? That's right, most labor agreements offer the option of providing employees with bilingual pay if the department deems it to be operationally necessary.

Pension Reform Act

The City of Sacramento is covered by the California Public Employees' Retirement System, and as such, must adhere to the California Public Employee's Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) of .

Please note that the provisions within this act may affect or impact an applicant's eligibility and / or selection for open vacancies at the City of Sacramento.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Sacramento is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Additional Information

Civil Service Rules :

Union Contracts :

Salary Schedule : Date / Time : 7 / 31 / 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Base Pay

Job Address

Sacramento, California United States

Full-time

APPLY