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1. Become certified as an E 9-1-1 Operator within 1 year of employment.
2. Become proficient in operating radio equipment and procedures utilized in the Communications Center.  To include receiving a Technician’s Class certification for amateur band radio when designated to do so (FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT ONLY.)
3. Become certified as an Emergency Medical Dispatcher
4. Become certified as a National Crime Information Crime Terminal Operator.
5. Dispatch emergency personnel such as police, firefighters, and EMS for the City of Portales, Roosevelt County, ENMU Police and other Emergency Services.
6. Process, organize, and maintain criminally sensitive files to include, warrants for arrest, domestic violence orders and sex offender files.
7. Monitor and report information to the National Weather Services Office, State Emergency Operations Center, and agencies having joint powers agreements with local agencies.
8. Must attend and successfully complete a three week Communications Officer course sanctioned by the State of New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy.
9. Applicants are subject to and must pass a pre-employment background check.

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Good verbal communication skills – ability to speak clearly and distinctly.
3. Dispatch certification from DPS desired but not required.
4. Applicants must possess a current New Mexico Driver’s License or the ability to obtain and have a satisfactory driving history.
5. Applicants must be able to listen, document and forward requests for service under duress.
6. Applicants must be able to view and process sensitive/confidential information without divulging the content to non-approved personnel.
7. Applicants are required to become proficient with terminology utilized by law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians and support staff.
8. Applicants must have the ability to learn and perform problem solving under duress.
9. Applicants must be able to perform in a controlled environment and work with others while maintaining a professional demeanor. 
10. Must be at least 18 years of age.

1. Must sit for extended periods of time, stand or walk as necessary.
2. Must stretch, reach, or lift objects or materials that may be up to 25 pounds in weight.
3. Must perform multiple tasks requiring manual dexterity at the same time.
4. Must write legibly.
5. Must hear, understand and respond to verbal information in person, by phone and by radio, including difficult to understand callers.
6. Must speak clearly and concisely.
7. Must see, read and understand written information and instructions.
8. Must think and apply judgment, discretion, and initiative in accomplishing work.
9. Must engage in frequent interpersonal interactions and complaints that are stressful or sensitive in nature.

1. Limited travel – ability to travel for meetings and training may be required
2. Overnight travel may be required.

1. Must pass a background investigation including work history, criminal records, driving records and other records deemed necessary.
2. Must pass a post-offer pre-employment drug screen administered by a City-designated facility.
3. Applicants must pass a hearing test before attending the Communications Officer Academy. 

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