Communications Officer I

Job overview

The Communications Officer I role is an onsite, full-time position in Portales, NM, with a 10–12-hour workday and a four-day workweek. The posting lists $18.34 per hour, or $38,147.20 annually. The position is in the City of Portales Communications Department and dispatches emergency personnel for the city, county, and partner services. The officer handles emergency calls and radio communications, documents requests, and dispatches police, fire, and emergency medical services. The role helps ensure accurate, timely communication and information flow during emergency response.

What you'll do

• Answer and dispatch radio, telephone, and 9-1-1 requests
• operate communications equipment
• document information using computer applications
• maintain sensitive files
• monitor and report information to weather and emergency operations agencies
• complete required dispatcher certifications and training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

communications officer i

full-time

portales nm

city of portales

emergency dispatch

9-1-1

police dispatch

fire dispatch

ems dispatch

10–12-hour days

four-day workweek

$18.34 per hour

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires irregular hours, evening or night shifts, weekends, holidays, and special assignments; schedule is subject to change.

About the employer

City of Portales is hiring for this role. Industry: Legislative Bodies. Sector: 92.