Emergency Police Dispatcher & Communications Specialist

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Continuing education opportunities

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Aurora, IL seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests and maintaining reliable communication with officers. You will document incident locations, provide safety updates, and coordinate with neighboring agencies.

A high school diploma is commonly required; training is provided for entry-level vacancies. Typing, radio communication, and geography knowledge are essential for success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Entry-level roles may offer agency-specific training and certification requirements.
• Ability to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and hazards
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance
• Relay updates about changing incidents and safety concerns
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Skills

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Equivalent qualification

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Aurora, IL seeks Police Dispatchers to support law enforcement operations by receiving requests and maintaining reliable communication with officers. You will document incident locations, provide safety updates, and coordinate with neighboring agencies.

A high school diploma is commonly required; training is provided for entry-level vacancies. Typing, radio communication, and geography knowledge are essential for success.