Emergency Communications Specialist - Police Dispatch

National Public Safety Careers; Columbia (IL); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee‑assistance resources

Continuing education

Premium pay

Zusammenfassung

National Public Safety Careers in Columbia, IL, seeks Police Dispatcher personnel to support public safety operations. Dispatchers receive both emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies while maintaining secure records and confidentiality.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing and radio communication skills, and the ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifikationen

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing, listening, and radio communication skills are needed.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional screening.

Aufgaben

• 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 agency procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about changing incidents and potential safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after completing required training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Kenntnisse

Typing

Radio comms

Multitasking

Listening

Clear speech

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Jobbeschreibung

National Public Safety Careers in Columbia, IL, seeks Police Dispatcher personnel to support public safety operations. Dispatchers receive both emergency and nonemergency requests, document details, and coordinate with officers and neighboring agencies while maintaining secure records and confidentiality.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing and radio communication skills, and the ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.