Emergency Communications Dispatcher Public Safety Operator

Public Safety Dispatch Network; San Jose (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Continuing education

Premium pay

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in San Miguel, NM. Dispatchers handle emergency and non-emergency requests, relay critical information, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely response.

Ideal candidates have strong typing, listening, and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage radio communications and log incidents accurately. Training and background checks are commonly part of the process, and flexibility for shift work may be required.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing accurately, understand spoken information, and ability to learn jurisdiction geography are essential.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and training.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and non-emergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards.
• Assign calls to available officers according to priority and agency procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after completing required training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Multitasking

Dispatch aptitude

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network is seeking Police Dispatcher opportunities in San Miguel, NM. Dispatchers handle emergency and non-emergency requests, relay critical information, and coordinate with officers to ensure timely response.

Ideal candidates have strong typing, listening, and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage radio communications and log incidents accurately. Training and background checks are commonly part of the process, and flexibility for shift work may be required.