Emergency Dispatch Specialist

National Public Safety Careers; Watrous (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Watrous, NM to support law enforcement operations by taking emergency and nonemergency calls and coordinating with officers.

This role requires accurate typing, listening, and clear radio communications; flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime; and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography. Training, background checks, and performance assessments may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training provided for entry-level.
• Ability to type accurately, listen well, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Experience in dispatch or related certifications may be preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, and 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 services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing accurately

Listening

Multitasking

Radio communication

Clear speaking

Jurisdictional geography

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Watrous, NM to support law enforcement operations by taking emergency and nonemergency calls and coordinating with officers.

This role requires accurate typing, listening, and clear radio communications; flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime; and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography. Training, background checks, and performance assessments may apply.