Public Safety Dispatcher I

An employee in this class is involved in dispatching mobile public safety units and rescue units through operation of a two-way radio. The incumbent provides information to public agencies through the use of computerized equipment. Supervision is received from a Public Safety Dispatcher II or a uniformed member of the public safety agency. Does related work as required.

POSITION LOCATION:

Suffolk County Police Headquarters

30 Yaphank Ave, Yaphank, NY 11980

Please Do Not Apply Here

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

• Last Filing Date To Register For The Exam: October 22nd, 2025 (Wednesday)

• The Written Test/Exam Will Take Place: November 22nd, 2025 (Saturday)

Application Fee: $40

• Application fee waivers are available

• Veteran's credits available

• Military make-up exam for qualified veterans

For more information, please visit JoinSCPD.com or email JoinSCPD@SuffolkCountyNY.Gov

Candidates who have attained a passing score on the written exam will undergo a background check, medical examination, Psychological exam (written exam and an in-person interview). There are no physical fitness exams or Polygraph required.

POSITION DETAILS

A valuable member of the law enforcement team of the Suffolk County Police Department you will:

• Dispatch mobile public safety units and rescue through operation of a two-way radio

• Provide information to public agencies through the use of computerized equipment

To be considered for the "Public Safety Dispatcher I" role, candidates must proceed to the following link:

https://apps2.suffolkcountyny.gov/civilservice/efile/default.aspx

Once you have followed the above link, you will be presented with a list of all exams.

NOTE: The exam is "Public Safety Dispatcher I"

Please Proceed As Follows:

• Locate at the top right side of the site in the blue area, "Log In To Apply For Exams or Change Your Profile"

• In the same blue area you must select "Click here to create a Civil Service User ID"

• Complete all questions and proceed as requested

PAID TRAININNG AVAILABLE:

• 4 weeks of classroom training

• Up to 20 weeks of hands on, on-the-job training

SALARY INFORMATION:

Current Starting Salary: $47,450 + night differential pay + benefits + overtime

Future Top Pay: $90,000 including night differential pay + benefits + overtime

POSITION SHIFT DETAILS:

• 2 tour shift: Rotating tours from 8am to 4pm and 4pm to 12am

• Midnight shift: Steady tour of 12am to 8am

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

• Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma or GED (NO college required)

• Minimum Age: 18 years old on the date of the exam

• Maximum age: No maximum age

• Must be a Suffolk County resident within 5 years of appointment

• Must be a US citizen at the time of appointment

NOTE: Experience in dispatching emergency vehicles may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

PROMOTIONAL

• Promotion to the next higher grade comes with a 10% salary increase on top pay

• Eligible for promotion to PSD II through Civil Service exam after 2 years of service as a PSD I

• Eligible for promotion to PSD III through Civil Service exam after 2 years of service as a PSD II

BENEFITS:

• Night shift differentials

• 13 paid holidays

• 13 paid sick days

• Longevity pay after 10 years

• Premium family medical coverage for only $57 per paycheck

• Uniform cleaning allotment

• Overtime

• Dental, optical coverage, prescription and co-pay reimbursement, legal service fee reimbursement, etc.

• All uniforms and equipment provided

• Vacation: 2 weeks of vacation after the 1st year, increasing up to 6 weeks with seniority

• Up to 30 days of paid military leave for Reservists and National Guardsman

• Up to 5 paid military sick days

• Retirement:

• NY State Tier 6 contributory retirement plan

• Eligible for retirement at 55 years old, with maximum retirement benefits at 63 years old

• Vested retirement plan after 5 years of service

• Lifetime medical coverage after 10 years of service

• Military service buy back - up to 3 years of credit towards retirement

Suffolk County's Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:

• Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan.
• We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices.
• We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices.

Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.