Emergency Communications Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Sanostee (NM); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

The Public Safety Dispatch Network advertises Police Dispatcher opportunities in Sanostee, NM. Dispatchers support law enforcement by receiving requests and maintaining communication with officers; duties may include call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system tasks.

Applicants should be able to type accurately, listen, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography. Training may be provided.

Positions may require night/weekend shifts, overtime, and background checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided.
• Ability to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and knowledge of geography.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency 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.
• conducts 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 speed

Active listening

Clear radio communication

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

The Public Safety Dispatch Network advertises Police Dispatcher opportunities in Sanostee, NM. Dispatchers support law enforcement by receiving requests and maintaining communication with officers; duties may include call taking, radio dispatch, and records-system tasks.

Applicants should be able to type accurately, listen, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography. Training may be provided.

Positions may require night/weekend shifts, overtime, and background checks.