What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Dispatcher position at The University of New Mexico?
Position Summary
Receives incoming calls for police and security services, dispatches officers as appropriate, and monitors police radio alarms. Documents police and security service requests in an electronic records management and dispatch system. Operates National Crime Information Center (NCIC) console, a computer aided mobile dispatch system, and Zetron interoperable radio console. Conditions of Employment
- Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
- Must successfully maintain State of New Mexico Public Safety Telecommunicator certification.
- Must successfully complete all internal police dispatch and related training.
- Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
- All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED and Certification / Licensure State of New Mexico Public Safety Telecommunicator or eligibility for certification by waiver.
Preferred Qualifications Additional Requirements CampusMain - Albuquerque, NM DepartmentPolice Department (291A) Employment TypeStaff Staff TypeRegular - Full-Time Term End Date StatusNon-Exempt PayHourly : 19.88-27.35 Benefits EligibleThis is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the home page for a more information.
