Emergency Communications Dispatcher: Police, Fire & EMS

National Public Safety Careers; Zuni Pueblo (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers in Zuni, NM seeks qualified Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across law enforcement, fire services and EMS. You will process calls, verify details and routes, and dispatch units per approved plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent. Some roles may require specific public safety credentials and complete background screening per vacancy.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Some agencies provide cross-training; others require experience in one or more dispatch disciplines.
• Required certifications and credentials vary; confirm in the official vacancy.

Responsibilities

• Process requests involving police, fire, rescue, and medical assistance.
• Verify locations, incident details, and immediate hazards.
• Apply discipline-specific procedures to prioritize and route calls.
• Dispatch appropriate units according to approved response plans.
• Coordinate incidents requiring more than one emergency service.
• Monitor radio traffic, unit availability, and requests for assistance.
• Provide approved caller instructions when trained and authorized.
• Maintain incident records and support interagency communications.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers in Zuni, NM seeks qualified Police/Fire/EMS Dispatchers to coordinate emergency responses across law enforcement, fire services and EMS. You will process calls, verify details and routes, and dispatch units per approved plans.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent. Some roles may require specific public safety credentials and complete background screening per vacancy.