Police Dispatcher II (Per-Diem)

Police Dispatcher II (Per-Diem)

Salary

$45.10 - $54.82 Hourly

Location

City of Brentwood, CA

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

2026-3430-10

Department

Police Department

Opening Date

10/23/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

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Position Information

The City of Brentwood is currently accepting applications for Public Safety Dispatcher Per Diem candidates. The Dispatcher - Per Diem is a journey-level dispatcher of emergency public safety personnel who works on a temporary, as-needed basis.

The Brentwood Police Department is seeking highly motivated individuals who value a balance between work and family. We are a progressive agency that prides itself on professionalism and provides its dispatchers with the equipment, training, and tools necessary to succeed. This is a unique opportunity to serve a City, Department, and Community that values your contributions.

Hours will vary depending on the department's scheduling needs. Incumbents work on an as-needed basis and are not guaranteed a set number of work hours. A minimum of 16 hours per month is required. This is a per diem position and is not eligible for employee benefits.

For more information, please see the job description here.

INFORMATION FOR RETIRED ANNUITANTS:

A retired annuitant is a CalPERS retiree who, without applying for Reinstatement From Retirement, returns to work with a CalPERS employer in a designated retired annuitant position. You dont need CalPERS approval to work as a retired annuitant, however, you and your employer have equal responsibility to ensure your potential employment is lawful by meeting all of the requirements outlined in Employment After Retirement (PUB 33) (PDF).

The requirements are based on California Public Employees Retirement Law (PERL) and federal tax law. If you work in violation of these laws, CalPERS must terminate your retirement and collect all the retirement allowance paid to you during the period of unlawful employment.

Basic requirements include:

• Your position must be designated as a retired annuitant position (not any other full- or part-time position).
• If you retire prior to your normal retirement age (i.e., age 55 for the 2% at 55 formula, age 60 for the 3% at 60 formula), there must be a termination of employment for 60 days between your retirement date and the date your employment as a retired annuitant will begin. In addition, there can't be a verbal or written agreement to return to work as a retired annuitant between you and any CalPERS employer before you retire. If you have multiple retirement benefit formula ages, the highest benefit formula age applies, up to the maximum normal retirement age of 62 (i.e., age 62 for the 1.25% at 65 formula).
• You must wait 180 days after your retirement date before you can return to work for a CalPERS employer. Exceptions to the 180-day wait period can be found in Employment After Retirement (PUB 33) (PDF).
• Your salary must be an hourly pay rate that falls within the regular salary schedule for that position.
• You cant be paid any other compensation or benefits in addition to the hourly pay rate.
• Without exception, a maximum of 960 hours can be worked within a fiscal year (July 1 to June 30). Nonpaid or volunteer hours cant be used to exceed 960 hours in a fiscal year.
• You will not accrue service credit or any additional retirement rights or benefits.

If youre on a disability or industrial disability retirement, there are additional restrictions related to age, the type of work you can do, and a limit may be placed on your retirement allowance relative to your post-retirement earnings. As a disability retiree, the law prohibits you from being employed without reinstatement in the same position from which you retired or in a position which includes duties or activities you were restricted from performing at the time of your disability retirement.

Qualifications

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade

Experience:

• Two years of full-time experience as a Police Dispatcher with a law enforcement agency equivalent to the City of Brentwoods Police Dispatcher I.

License/Certificate:

• Possession of a California Peace Officer Standard and Training (POST) Public Safety Dispatchers Certificate at time of hire.

Other Requirements:

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive law enforcement background check.

Application Process

Applicants must submit the following:

• A completed City of Brentwood Employment Application

Postmarks, faxes and incomplete applications will not be accepted. Your application must be filled out completely online. Resumes may also be submitted but it is not a substitute for a completed application. This recruitment is open until filled.

The examination process will consist of:

• Application Review - Submitted applications will be assessed based on job-related qualifications, including desirable qualifications and the specific needs of the hiring department. Candidates may be screened to identify those who are best qualified to proceed in the examination process.
• Eligible List - All applicants that pass the examination process will be placed on the eligible list which will be used by the Brentwood Police Department to conduct panel interviews with the leadership team. The eligible list is good for at least 6 months and may be extended up to an additional 18 months. This eligible list will be used by the City of Brentwood to fill all current and future openings in this classification as long as the list is active.
• Panel Interview - Top candidates are invited to interview with the Brentwood Police Department leadership team. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your professionalism, values, communication skills, and commitment to the community. Preparation is encouraged, as first impressions matter.
• Polygraph Examination - Candidates who advance in the process will participate in a standard pre-employment polygraph examination. The examination is used to verify the accuracy and completeness of information provided during the application and background process. Honesty and accuracy throughout the recruitment process are essential.
• Captain's Interview - The most qualified candidates advance to a Captain's Interview, providing an opportunity for a more in-depth discussion regarding the candidate's background, goals, experience, and fit with the Brentwood Police Department's culture and mission.
• Background Investigation - A comprehensive background investigation will be conducted, including a review of employment history, references, financial information, criminal history, and character. The background process typically takes several weeks, and candidates should remain available and responsive throughout the process.
• Conditional Offer - Candidates who successfully complete the background investigation may receive a conditional offer of employment. Candidates will then be scheduled for a medical evaluation and psychological evaluation. Final employment is contingent upon successfully completing these evaluations and all remaining hiring requirements.

DISCLAIMER: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract, expressed or implied, and any provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice. Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content. Components may include, but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing and analytical skills; problem solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any particular assessment component or combination of components as needs dictate.

All correspondence regarding application status, test and/or interview dates, etc. will be sent by email and can be viewed through your Government Jobs account. Please check your email folders, including your junk/spam folders and accept emails from the domain governmentjobs.com, neogov.com, or brentwoodca.gov. It is the applicants responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that all correspondence is received.

The City of Brentwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applicants requesting special accommodations during the examination process may contact the Human Resources Department at (925) 516-5191.

The City of Brentwood provides a wide range of competitive benefits which can be viewed on our City Benefits page: https://www.brentwoodca.gov/government/human-resources/salary-and-benefits-overview

01

How many years of experience do you have as a Police Dispatcher with a law enforcement agency?

• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years or more

02

Do you possess a valid California Peace Officer Standard and Training (POST) Public Safety Dispatchers Certificate? If you do possess the certificate, please attach a copy to your application.

• Yes
• No

03

Describe your experience in a police or public safety dispatch center. Include call volume, types of calls, number of field units managed during a shift, and any other assigned duties. If you do not have experience, please type N/A.

04

Please list the types of phone or computerized systems you have experience using in a police or public safety dispatch center. If you do not have experience, please type N/A.

05

Please indicate your highest level of education completed.

• Equivalent to completion of the 12th grade
• Some College
• Associate's Degree or Higher
• None of the above

06

Are you able to work all shifts (day, swing and graveyard), weekends and holidays?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you or have you ever been a member of CalPERS Retirement System?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Brentwood, CA

Address Brentwood City Hall

150 City Park Way

Brentwood, California, 94513

Phone 925-516-5191

Website http://www.brentwoodca.gov