Job Information

DOWNEY, CITY OF
11111 BROOKSHIRE AVENUE
DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA 90241
(562)904-7292
http://www.downeyca.org/gov/fire/default.asp

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Updated: October 20, 2020

Job Classification: Regional Fire Communications Operator

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Testing for this position requires authorization from the City of Downey. Candidates who have filled out the City's application and meet minimum requirements will receive notification from the City of Downey to schedule testing.

Apply to test through the NTN by City of Downey Invitation Only. Candidates without prior authorization will not be considered for this posting.

Candidates who have not filled out the City of Downey application should go to https://www.downeyca.org/our-city/departments/human-resources/career-opportunities to apply.

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Salary Information: $23.97 - $29.70 per hour

Job Requirements

High School Grad/GED: Yes, required.

Valid CALIFORNIA State Driver's License: Yes

Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes

College: Desirable

Prior Experience: One (1) year of experience as a Fire Dispatcher. (Desirable)

Hiring Process:
EXAMINATION PROCESS
Those applicants, who most closely match the desired qualifications, will be invited to participate in the examination process which will consist of:

Part I: Qualifying Application Process (Pass/Fail).
An employment application, supplemental questionnaire and a typing certification (dated within the past twenty-four (24) months is required). All application materials must be uploaded and submitted with the on-line employment application. All information is subject to verification. Incomplete applications will be removed from consideration. A thorough and complete review of all applications received will be conducted. Those applicants who are assessed as meeting the position qualifications and desired background experience for successful performance in the position of Regional Fire Communications Operator will be invited to continue in the selection process.

Part II: Qualifying Written Examination (Pass/Fail):
Applicants successful in Part I listed above will be invited, via email to submit written examination scores through the National Testing Network (NTN). Please do not submit written examination scores prior to receiving an email invitation. Please visit the NTN website by clicking HERE to view testing information.

Upon completion of the entry exam, all applicant scores are automatically forwarded to the City of Downey Human Resources Office. An applicant must receive a minimum combined score of 67% on the examination in order to continue in the selection process.

Part III: Appraisal Examination - Oral Interview (weighted 100%):
Designed to assess the applicant's knowledge, education, experience, and general ability to perform the essential functions of the position. This examination will be a panel interview and will be conducted by subject matter experts.

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