Emergency Communications Dispatcher

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Harvey (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Harvey, IL seeks Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement operations by taking calls, dispatching officers, and maintaining reliable communications. The role may involve night or weekend shifts and overtime depending on staffing.

You will document locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards; coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services after training; access to records systems as required.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required; some vacancies offer training.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening and security training.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards
• Assign calls to available officers according to priority and procedures
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing speed

Clear communication

Multitasking

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Police dispatch training

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Harvey, IL seeks Police Dispatcher to support law enforcement operations by taking calls, dispatching officers, and maintaining reliable communications. The role may involve night or weekend shifts and overtime depending on staffing.

You will document locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards; coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services after training; access to records systems as required.