RADIO DISPATCHER

The State of New Hampshire; Durham (NH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Highway Maintenance - District 6, seeks Radio Dispatchers for seasonal shifts in Durham, NH. The positions involve operating communications equipment, dispatching field staff, and providing information to the public.

Salary ranges from $14.40 to $18.46 per hour with shift differentials for 2nd and 3rd shifts. Qualifications include 8th grade education and prior communication experience; other requirements are minimal.

Qualifications

• One year of communication experience preferred.
• Typing, dispatching, computer/word processing or radio communications.

Responsibilities

• Receives calls via telephone, two-way radio, and computer, directs information to resolve highway problems or provide emergency assistance.
• Maintains a log of office communications for accurate district records.
• Acts as receptionist for the District Office to provide routine information.
• Operates a word processor and office equipment to prepare permits or written communications.
• Compiles road and weather information for highway status updates.

Skills

Typing

Dispatching

Word processing

Radio communications

Education

8th grade education

Job description

RADIO DISPATCHER (Job ID: 53655)

Department of Transportation

Bureau of Highway Maintenance - District 6

271 Main Street / Durham, NH

Seasonal Positions

~ 2nd & 3rd Shift ~

$14.40/hour - $18.46/hour

Additional Hourly Differentials:

• 2 nd shift = plus $1.20/hour shift differential
• 3 rd shift = plus $1.50/hour shift differential

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Highway Maintenance, District 6, has seasonal vacancies for Radio Dispatchers.

SUMMARY

Operates all communications equipment, relays information and dispatches office or field forces as required for a large diverse highway operations District.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education/Experience: 8th grade education
• License/Certification: None
• Other Requirements: None
• Trainee Option: Not applicable

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

One year of communication experience, which includes typing, dispatching, computer/word processing or radio communications. Ability to work with and maintain confidential information

AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS

None

CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

In-Band Advancement Available: Yes No

Broad Group Level Advancement Available: Yes No

Criteria: None

DISCLAIMERS

The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.

The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receives calls via telephone, two-way radio, and computer, and directs the information to the proper state or outside agency to resolve highway problems or provide emergency assistance.
• Maintains a log of office communications to ensure an accurate record of the District's operations is available for future use.
• Acts as a receptionist for the District Office to provide routine information to the general public.
• Operates a word processor and varied office equipment to prepare various permits or written communications.
• Compiles road and weather information to provide the Communications Center with a periodic highway status throughout the District.
• Performs work in full conformance with all risk management, safety, and environmental standards, regulations, and administrative orders.

EOE

TDD Access: Relay NH1-800-735-2964

Location: US:NH:DURHAM

8 EASTMAN HILLL ROAD, GRAFTON, ENFIELD, NH, 03748, US

Post Date: 09/28/2026

Close Date: 11/05/2026

Salary: USD 14.400-18.460