Emergency Dispatch Trainee

Emergency Telecommunicator Services; Canton (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Ellisville, IL seeks Dispatcher Trainee opportunities. Trainees learn call-taking, incident documentation, and radio procedures while gaining hands-on experience in emergency communications.

Under supervision, you complete assessments, training milestones, and certifications. Training may include classroom, simulations, and supervised console work, with schedules potentially including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Trainees should have basic computer skills and clear communication.
• Willingness to receive feedback and undergo assessments.

Responsibilities

• Learn emergency call-taking procedures and terminology.
• Document incidents accurately and gather essential details.
• Develop typing and computer-aided dispatch skills.
• Study service-area geography and response jurisdictions.
• Observe and perform duties under supervision and training milestones.

Skills

Typing

Communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Emergency Telecommunicator Services in Ellisville, IL seeks Dispatcher Trainee opportunities. Trainees learn call-taking, incident documentation, and radio procedures while gaining hands-on experience in emergency communications.

Under supervision, you complete assessments, training milestones, and certifications. Training may include classroom, simulations, and supervised console work, with schedules potentially including nights and weekends.