Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Animas (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Animas, NM. The role involves taking emergency and nonemergency calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining incident records. Training may be provided; strong typing, listening, and multitasking skills are essential.

Work may include night or rotating shifts depending on agency needs and scheduling. The position requires accuracy, clear radio communication, and ability to learn local jurisdiction geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; entry may include training.
• Typing speed and accuracy essential; ability to understand speech clearly.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and use records systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, vehicle details, and reported hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Dispatch aptitude tests

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Animas, NM. The role involves taking emergency and nonemergency calls, coordinating with officers, and maintaining incident records. Training may be provided; strong typing, listening, and multitasking skills are essential.

Work may include night or rotating shifts depending on agency needs and scheduling. The position requires accuracy, clear radio communication, and ability to learn local jurisdiction geography.