Emergency Communications Specialist

National Public Safety Careers; Polo (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education support

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Polo, IL. You will be responsible for receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting details, and coordinating with officers to ensure rapid response.

Ideal candidates are accurate typists with strong listening and radio communication skills, able to multitask, work on shift rotations, and pass background checks and required training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent required.
• Typing, listening and clear radio communication skills essential.
• May require dispatch-specific training or prior experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency police requests promptly.
• Document locations, descriptions, vehicle details and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers per priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic and requests for aid.
• Relay updates on incidents and safety concerns as needed.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and EMS when required.
• Maintain clear incident records and protect restricted data.

Skills

Typing

Listening

Clear communication

Multitasking

Radio dispatch

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Criminal justice information systems

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for Polo, IL. You will be responsible for receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting details, and coordinating with officers to ensure rapid response.

Ideal candidates are accurate typists with strong listening and radio communication skills, able to multitask, work on shift rotations, and pass background checks and required training.