Emergency Communications Dispatcher — Kilbourne

National Public Safety Careers; Kilbourne (IL); In loco; USD 42.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

National Public Safety Careers is listing police dispatcher opportunities in Kilbourne, IL. This on-site role involves handling emergency and nonemergency requests, maintaining radio communications, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with training possible for entry-level hires. Dispatchers work in a fast-paced environment, documenting incidents and ensuring accurate information flows to responders.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some vacancies offer training for entry level.

Mansioni

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance
• Document incident locations, descriptions, vehicle details, and reported hazards
• Assign calls to available officers according to priority and agency 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

Conoscenze

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Dispatch aptitude assessments

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

National Public Safety Careers is listing police dispatcher opportunities in Kilbourne, IL. This on-site role involves handling emergency and nonemergency requests, maintaining radio communications, and coordinating with officers and neighboring agencies.

A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required, with training possible for entry-level hires. Dispatchers work in a fast-paced environment, documenting incidents and ensuring accurate information flows to responders.