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Job Description
ABOUT US
At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Read on to find out more about this opportunity:
Marin County Fire Department: Our employees are important assets in the actualization of our mission. They each play a vital role and carry the responsibility to express our department values in their daily work. Learn more about our department and the people who make our organization a great place to work: Video
Service * Teamwork * Operational Readiness * Professionalism
ABOUT THE POSITION
As a Fire Dispatcher Assistant, you will be working to support the Marin County Fire Department by helping with dispatching resources by radio and telephone. You will also be performing both emergency and non-emergency incident support work. This is a great entry-level opportunity for those who want to gain the skills and abilities necessary to be able to dispatch public safety personnel andequipment effectively while working in a supportive team environment.
This is a temporary position for staffing during the peak wildland fire season,expected to conclude at the end of fire season (late Fall 2026). The typical work schedule consists of 10-12 hour shifts, but candidates must be willing to work a 24-hour shift if needed and/or be willing to be called back and work overtime in emergency situations.
ABOUT YOU
Our Highly Qualified Candidate: We are looking for Fire Dispatcher Assistant professionals with a passion for working together as a team and serving the community. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to remain calm and focused in a fast-paced public safety environment. This individual demonstrates strong multitasking skills and the ability to accurately track fire apparatus, equipment, and other critical resources while monitoring radio communications and maintaining current resource status within the Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system. They are dependable in receiving and processing County-wide staffing reports, updating equipment and personnel status boards, and managing incoming communications through automated phone systems, including administrative, emergency, and specialized lines. The ideal candidate produces accurate data entry, carefully checks documentation for completeness and accuracy, and ensures timely forwarding of files and reports. Strong written communication skills are essential, as the candidate prepares clear, concise correspondence and documentation supporting Emergency Communications Center operations. Professionalism, discretion, and a commitment to supporting emergency response operations are key attributes for success in this role.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:- The highways, main streets, major buildings and geography of Marin County
- Simple record keeping
Ability to:- Read, write and alphabetize; follow written and oral instructions; retain oral information
- Communicate effectively in English both verbally and in written form
- Maintain situational awareness
- Learn the operation of two-way radio and telephone communications equipment
- Learn to dispatch public safety equipment in an effective manner
- Deal tactfully with the public
- Work well in conjunction with other cooperating agencies to accurately process incidents in a timely manner
- React with sound judgment under stress and emergency situations while doing several tasks simultaneously
- Listen and clarify incoming calls to extract pertinent information
- Write detailed reports
- Read and interpret maps
- Work and live harmoniously with co-workers
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Equivalent to graduation from high school. Experience in emergency services is highly desirable. Completion of an accredited dispatch training program is highly desirable.
Special Requirements Ability to successfully pass Pre-Employment Conditions, such as controlled substance screen, medical exam, and complete a request for LiveScan.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Linda Kline at linda.kline@mrincounty.gov . For more information about this position, please contact Alex Gibbons at alex.gibbons@marincounty.gov or by phone at (415) 473-2921.
All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.
Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies while the list remains active.
Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095.
PLEASE NOTE: The benefits described herein do not apply to temporary (contingent) or to part-time employees that work less than 50%.
COUNTY OF MARIN BENEFITS: GENERAL
Below are some of the excellent benefits the County offers. More information about our benefits can be found on the Marin County's Benefits Homepage .
Paid Time Off : Competitive vacation accrual; 12 holidays per year; and generous sick leave accruals. Additional types of paid leaves are available for some bargaining units.
Health Plan : Choice of four health plans (two Kaiser HMOs, Western Health Advantage HMO, and an Anthem Blue Cross PPO) along with dental through Delta Dental PPO, and vision through Vision Service Plan (VSP). There is a County contribution toward the premiums (the contribution amount varies depending on coverage tier elected such as employee only, employee + 1, employee + family). Plus, the County offers excellent Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Plans, a Dependent Care Assistance Program, professional development and more.
Retirement : Defined benefit plan under the County Employees Retirement Act of 1937. More information can be found online at www.mcera.org.
IRS 457 Plan : Choice of pre-tax or post-tax (Roth) employee contribution up to the IRS annual maximum.
Retiree Medical : The County provides access to group health plan coverage to eligible retirees.
For specific questions regarding the employment process, please contact Human Resources at (415) 473-6104. For additional details about the benefits or retirement, please contact the Benefits Division at (415) 473-2197.
*IMPORTANT NOTE: Benefits described herein do not represent a contract and may be changed without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 3/22/2026 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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County of Marin
Show moreThe County of Marin is a vibrant and thriving organization comprised of 23 agencies and departments with a workforce of approximately 2,400 employees. The County’s array of public safety, community development, public works, health and human services, community services and administrative services is governed by the Board of Supervisors, which is made up of an elected representative from each of the five voting districts in this county.
This diverse organization strives to uphold a set of core values at work: respect, trust, integrity, diversity, equality, excellence, accountability, innovation, and collaboration. These values keep the organization and its individuals healthy, resulting in successful and sustainable quality service delivery. In addition, the County is committed to being a well-managed organization that relies on the talents of its workforce to succeed.
OUR MISSION AS A COUNTY:
To provide excellent services that support healthy, safe and sustainable communities; preserve Marin’s unique environmental heritage; and encourage meaningful participation in the governance of the County by all.
When you’re employed in local government the effects of your work are visible all around you. Your work is an integral part of the day-to-day lives of Marin County residents and visitors. From the roads we drive on, to the parks and libraries we visit, to the services we rely on to keep us healthy and safe, County employees contribute directly to the sustained well-being of Marin County’s communities.
We are motivated to preserve the importance of Equity, Economy, Environment and Education that make our County unique. With over 3000 employees, volunteers and interns across 22 departments, we are a part of the communities we serve. We work with our core values in mind: Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Innovation, Collaboration, and Excellence. These values are not only part of our organization’s strategic initiatives and goals[PDF], but they are what unify us in our work across a variety of perspectives and skillsets.
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