Emergency Dispatch & Public Safety Communications Specialist

The Blue Line; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid time Off

Tuition waivers for employees and/or?

Job summary

University of Illinois Chicago Police Department is seeking qualified Police Telecommunicators to join our team. The role involves receiving and processing emergency and non-emergency calls, coordinating with multiple agencies, and maintaining records for rapid response.

Staff operate access controls, surveillance systems, and safety alarms, and they dispatch police, fire or EMS as needed. Strong judgment and reliability are essential in a high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• No record of conviction of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude
• High School diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Receives and interprets incoming calls regarding emergencies and non-emergencies; logs, coordinates, disseminates and maintains records of messages.
• Operates and monitors access control systems, surveillance videos, public safety app and fire/security alarms; dispatches firefighters or police as necessary.
• Creates, modifies, and cancels LEADS files.
• Notifies of local weather warnings and broadcasts severe weather notices as directed.
• Controls access to the police station by verifying visitor identifications.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

University of Illinois Chicago Police Department is seeking qualified Police Telecommunicators to join our team. The role involves receiving and processing emergency and non-emergency calls, coordinating with multiple agencies, and maintaining records for rapid response.

Staff operate access controls, surveillance systems, and safety alarms, and they dispatch police, fire or EMS as needed. Strong judgment and reliability are essential in a high-stakes environment.