We are seeking an adaptable Communication Operator to join our experienced team at Department of State Hospitals in Napa County, CA.
Growing your career as a Full Time Communication Operator is a remarkable opportunity to develop critical skills.
If you are strong in project management, attention to detail and have the right experience for the job, then apply for the position of Communication Operator at Department of State Hospitals today!
Job Description and Duties DSH-Napa have multiple openings for permanent full time Communications Operator position. Interested candidates must have the ability to work under stress and maintain composure; follow instructions precisely; listen and translate what is heard into the appropriate action; adapt quickly to a variety of situations; act in an emergency situation; write rapidly and legibly; perform several functions simultaneously; read and comprehend at the level required for the job; establish priorities and take appropriate action; extract critical information from incoming calls; recall a variety of situations and retain information. Experience in dispatching work involving the operation of radio communications equipment/systems is highly desirable.
To be considered for employment, you must first establish eligibility by successfully passing the examination. The link is provided below for the online exam. Please read the bulletin in its entirety and follow the "How to apply" page 2 section. Communications Operator Exam 3MH69
Please be certain that your application package is thorough and completely describes your work experience. Applications may be pre-screened. All interested qualified candidates should submit Form STD 678 Employment Application to the Human Resources – Examination/Hiring Unit - Wilkins Cottage.
To ensure that your application will be considered for this recruitment the following items are required: You must complete the STD. 678 Employment Application in its entirety and include, " Communications Operator – JC# 383907" in the "Job Title(s)" section of the application.
Duties Performed and Supervisor's name and Contact information must be completed on the STD 678 - Incomplete applications will not be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of information provided on the STD. 678
If applicable, you must include copies of any documents that will support you meet the minimum qualifications for this classification (e.g. Training and Development Assignment or out-of-class experience approved and documented in your Department's Personnel Office). Failure to do so may disqualify you from this process.
You will find additional information about the job in the .
Special Requirements The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired. The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired. Existing law requires that a thorough background investigation shall be conducted to verify the absence of past behavior indicative of unsuitability to perform public safety dispatcher duties. The background investigation shall include a check of Department of Motor Vehicles' records, and a search of local, State, and national criminal history files to disclose any criminal record.
Existing law requires that a medical examination shall be conducted to verify the absence of any medical condition which would preclude the safe and efficient performance of dispatcher duties.
Persons unsuccessful in these requirements cannot be appointed to the Communications Operator series.
Benefits Benefit information can be found on the website and the website.
Required Application Package Documents
The following items are required to be submitted with your application. Applicants who do not submit the required items timely may not be considered for this job:
Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. Resume is optional. It may be included, but is not required. Benefits of working as a Communication Operator in Napa County, CA:
? Learning opportunities
? Continuous Learning Opportunities
? Attractive packageCompetitive Pay
