City of El Cajon

Police Dispatcher Supervisor

Three years CAD dispatch experience; supervisory experience desired; high school plus related coursework; valid CA driver license; POS T dispatcher certification within 12 months.

Police Dispatcher II

High school graduation equivalent; 1 year emergency communications experience; POST Basic Dispatcher Course within 12 months; 24 hours POST training biennially; background/livescan/medical/polygraph checks.

Police Dispatcher I (Trainee)

Police Dispatcher I

No prior experience required; high school diploma; POST dispatcher training within 12 months; background check and livescan.

Paramedic Firefighter (Lateral and Entry Level)

Paramedic Firefighter

Lateral or entry level Paramedic Firefighter; CPAT certificate required; multiple agencies involved; online application and assessments.

Police Recruit

Open competitive process; includes outside PELLETB score and PAT; requires T-score 42+ on PELLETB; multiple interview and background steps.

El Cajon

City of El Cajon, CA

Police Officer (Lateral/Academy Graduate)

Police Officer

Full-time police officer; lateral or academy graduate; hourly USD 48.10–58.46; El Cajon, CA.

Recreation Specialist III - Park Attendant

Recreation Specialist III

Part-time recreation role requiring customer service, safety, and light maintenance; requires a valid CA driver’s license, high school diploma, CPR/First Aid (preferred), and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Recreation Specialist IV - Head Lifeguard

Recreation Specialist IV

Seasonal/part-time lifeguard supervisor with aquatic program responsibilities; requires Red Cross certs and varied certifications; ability to commute between sites and obtain CA driver license.

Recreation Specialist III- Water Safety Instructor

Recreation Specialist III - Water Safety Instructor

Part-time Water Safety Instructor for seasonal lifeguard program; requires Red Cross certifications; high school student; pass exams.

Part-time temporary Recreation Specialist III with youth programs; requires high school completion, 1 year related experience, CPR/First Aid, valid CA driver’s license, ability to lift 20 lbs.

Recreation Specialist I/II- Gymnastics Instructor

Recreation Specialist

Part-time recreation instructor roles requiring gymnastics experience; CPR/First Aid; CA driver license; ability to lift 20 lbs.

Recreation Specialist I/II- Dance Instructor

Recreation Specialist Instructor

Part-time recreation instructor with experience in dance; able to lead classes, work with children/adults, strong customer service, CPR/First Aid, flexible schedule.

Recreation Specialist II- Art/Tiny Tot Instructor

Recreation Specialist II

Part-time recreation specialist with art/tiny tot instruction; experience in child/adult classes; CPR/First Aid; valid CA driver license; ability to lift 20 lbs.

Recreation Specialist II- Lifeguard

Part-time lifeguard with current Red Cross Lifeguard Training and First Aid; pass physical exam; high school student or graduate; valid CA driver’s license; ability to lift 20 lbs.

Part-time Recreation Specialist II with supervisory duties; requires high school completion, 1 year related experience, CPR/First Aid, driver's license, ability to lift 20 lbs.

Recreation Specialist I

Part-time Recreation Specialist I with high school or equivalent, CPR/First Aid, and ability to lift up to 20 lbs; some recreation experience preferred.

Recreation Specialist I/II Skatepark Instructor

Experience designing and leading skatepark recreation programs; strong communication; CPR/First Aid; valid CA driver’s license; lift up to 20 lbs.

Recreation Specialist II - Music Program Instructor

Experience in recreation programming; ability to work with children; strong customer service and communication skills; CPR/First Aid; valid California driver\u0012s license; ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

Title	Location	Date
Police Dispatcher Supervisor Full Time · $90K-$110K/yr · 3+ YOE El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Apr 22, 2026
Police Dispatcher II Full Time · $76K-$92K/yr · 1+ YOE El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Apr 22, 2026
Police Dispatcher I (Trainee) Full Time · $65K-$79K/yr El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Apr 22, 2026
Paramedic Firefighter (Lateral and Entry Level) Full Time · $62K-$93K/yr · 0+ YOE El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Apr 9, 2026
Police Recruit Full Time · $78K-$95K/yr El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Mar 25, 2026
Police Officer (Lateral/Academy Graduate) Full Time · $100K-$122K/yr El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Mar 19, 2025
Recreation Specialist III - Park Attendant Part Time · $48K-$53K/yr · 1+ YOE El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Oct 7, 2024
Recreation Specialist IV - Head Lifeguard Part Time · $54K-$60K/yr El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Jun 24, 2024
Recreation Specialist III- Water Safety Instructor Part Time El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Jun 24, 2024
Recreation Specialist III Temporary, Part Time · 1+ YOE El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Jun 24, 2024
Recreation Specialist I/II- Gymnastics Instructor Part Time · 0+ YOE El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Jun 24, 2024
Recreation Specialist I/II- Dance Instructor Part Time El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Jun 24, 2024
Recreation Specialist II- Art/Tiny Tot Instructor Part Time · 1+ YOE El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Jun 24, 2024
Recreation Specialist II- Lifeguard Part Time El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Jun 24, 2024
Recreation Specialist II Part Time · 1+ YOE El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Jun 24, 2024
Recreation Specialist I Part Time · 0+ YOE El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Jun 24, 2024
Recreation Specialist I/II Skatepark Instructor Part Time El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Jun 24, 2024
Recreation Specialist II - Music Program Instructor Part Time · $38K-$42K/yr El Cajon, California, United States · Onsite	El Cajon, California, United States Onsite	Feb 8, 2023

Activities	Public safety servicesUrban infrastructure maintenanceParks and recreation managementCommunity development programsMunicipal administrative services
Headquarters	US
Industries	Public Administration
Name	City of El Cajon
Employees	400
Type	Government
Subsidiaries	El Cajon Police DepartmentEl Cajon Fire Department
Tagline	Provides municipal governance and public services for El Cajon.
Founded	1,912
Website	elcajon.gov

City of El Cajon

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