Question 1

Are agencies required to give the POST Entry-Level Dispatcher Selection Test Battery?

Accepted Answer

POST mandates that public safety dispatchers shall demonstrate certain abilities at levels necessary to perform the job.  The PELDSTB is predictive of training proficiency and job success, so many agencies use this test to measure an applicant's aptitude for dispatch work.

Question 2

What does the POST Dispatcher Test Measure?

Accepted Answer

The PELDSTB consists of 11 tests which measure a candidate's verbal ability (the ability to read and listen to information; identify facts; draw conclusions), reasoning, memory, and perceptual ability (the ability to quickly and accurately compare letters and numbers, written and orally).

Question 3

Can I obtain a copy of the test for review?

Accepted Answer

For test security reasons, current test materials are not provided for review. Copies of the POST Dispatcher Test are only provided to agencies that use the test as part of their hiring process.

Question 4

Is there a fee to take this test?

Accepted Answer

No - neither POST nor the Vacaville Police Department charges a fee to take this test.

Question 5

Is Vacaville PD hiring Dispatchers?

Accepted Answer

YES!  Apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/vacaville?keywords=dispatch or contact a recruiter at pdrecruiting@cityofvacaville.com