Emergency Police Dispatcher – Critical 911 Communications

National Public Safety Careers; St. Augustine (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for opportunities in Saint Augustine, IL. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency calls, relay information, and coordinate with officers to ensure safety and rapid response.

The role involves documenting incidents, maintaining communications, and working with various agencies. A high school diploma is commonly required, with training provided; candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and be able to learn

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, communicate clearly by radio, and learn jurisdictional geography.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for opportunities in Saint Augustine, IL. Dispatchers receive emergency and nonemergency calls, relay information, and coordinate with officers to ensure safety and rapid response.

The role involves documenting incidents, maintaining communications, and working with various agencies. A high school diploma is commonly required, with training provided; candidates should type accurately, understand spoken information, and be able to learn