24/7 Police Dispatcher - Critical Communications & Support

National Public Safety Careers; Albion (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee-assistance resources

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers to support Edwards-area law enforcement operations. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers to priority calls.

This role may involve night and weekend shifts, continuous operations, and mandatory training in records systems and radio procedures. A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, with strong typing, listening, and multitasking skills essential to

Qualifications

• Candidates should type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communications and geographic awareness are required.
• Access to CJIS may require additional screening and training.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other services.

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers to support Edwards-area law enforcement operations. Dispatchers receive requests for assistance, document locations and details, and coordinate with officers to priority calls.

This role may involve night and weekend shifts, continuous operations, and mandatory training in records systems and radio procedures. A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required, with strong typing, listening, and multitasking skills essential to