What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sheriff's Office - Lincoln County Sheriff's Office Dispatcher position at County of Lincoln?
General Job Description:
Perform all duties proficiently, relating directly to dispatching law enforcement, fire and emergency medical
personnel. Knowledge of and ability in radio communications, operation of a telephone consul, operation of
National Crime Information Center (NCIC), dispatching calls and related duties involving emergency situations.
The employee is responsible for all necessary documentation as required and must be familiar with T.D.D.
equipment and 9-1-1. The employee may be required to work irregular hours, weekends, holidays and is on-call
for emergencies. Must perform all duties with minimal supervision, may be required to attend job related
meetings, out-of-town seminars, and perform other duties as assigned. The employee may be required to assist
in the transportation of inmates.
Education/Work Experience/Certification/Training Requirements/Abilities/Skills:
• High school diploma or GED certification. Must be able to obtain a New Mexico Dispatcher
Certification within one year from date of hire and N.C.I.C. Certification within six months from date of
hire. One year experience in the performance of dispatcher duties preferable.
• Valid New Mexico State Driver's License. Must have a good driving record to be insurable for liability
purposes.
• Excellent communication skills; works well under stress; good organizational skills; general office
skills; ability to read maps; good clear diction and neat handwriting.
• Knowledge of the County in order to access appropriate personnel in case of an emergency.
Perform all duties proficiently, relating directly to dispatching law enforcement, fire and emergency medical
personnel. Knowledge of and ability in radio communications, operation of a telephone consul, operation of
National Crime Information Center (NCIC), dispatching calls and related duties involving emergency situations.
The employee is responsible for all necessary documentation as required and must be familiar with T.D.D.
equipment and 9-1-1. The employee may be required to work irregular hours, weekends, holidays and is on-call
for emergencies. Must perform all duties with minimal supervision, may be required to attend job related
meetings, out-of-town seminars, and perform other duties as assigned. The employee may be required to assist
in the transportation of inmates.
Education/Work Experience/Certification/Training Requirements/Abilities/Skills:
• High school diploma or GED certification. Must be able to obtain a New Mexico Dispatcher
Certification within one year from date of hire and N.C.I.C. Certification within six months from date of
hire. One year experience in the performance of dispatcher duties preferable.
• Valid New Mexico State Driver's License. Must have a good driving record to be insurable for liability
purposes.
• Excellent communication skills; works well under stress; good organizational skills; general office
skills; ability to read maps; good clear diction and neat handwriting.
• Knowledge of the County in order to access appropriate personnel in case of an emergency.