Santa Fe County Communication Specialist Trainee
Santa Fe County
Essential Job Functions:
Works under the supervision of the Director of RECC, who manages the day-today
operations of the RECC.
Works under the close supervision of Communications Manager,
Communications Supervisors and Emergency Communications Specialists II’s
and III’s.
Monitors telephones and radio in the emergency dispatch center, answers
incoming calls and ascertains nature of call. Gathers all necessary information to
transmit or relay information.
Operates radios and dispatches law enforcement, fire, EMS and other units for
emergency responses; broadcasts nature, location and time of incident; contacts
all required personnel and other local concerns of an emergency situation; relays
information as required.
Maintains logs of radio and telephone communications, location of personnel and
equipment. In the event of an emergency situation, maintains on-going contact
with the responding personnel and keeps them informed of all incoming pertinent
information. Keeps track of various information, such as traffic light malfunctions
and street closures, and keeps emergency personnel and general public
informed.
Makes entries and inquires on NCIC computer system.
Inputs data to standard office and department forms – both manual and
automated.
Maintains dispatch documents and records.
Assists other Emergency Communications Specialists and Supervisors in various
projects as requested.
Attends seminars, workshops, and training classes. (Any one position may not
perform all duties listed nor is this inclusive of all duties performed.)