Emergency Police Dispatcher — Critical Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Rutland Township (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Rutland, IL, seeks experienced police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations. The role involves receiving requests, maintaining reliable radio and phone communications, and documenting incident details for officer safety and timely response.

Applicants should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography. Some vacancies may include training; overtime and varied shifts are possible based on staffing needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some vacancies may offer training.
• Candidates should type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Ability to learn jurisdictional geography and operate radios/records systems.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance
• Document incident locations, suspect descriptions, vehicle details, and reported 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 potential safety concerns
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after training
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network in Rutland, IL, seeks experienced police dispatchers to support law enforcement operations. The role involves receiving requests, maintaining reliable radio and phone communications, and documenting incident details for officer safety and timely response.

Applicants should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and learn jurisdictional geography. Some vacancies may include training; overtime and varied shifts are possible based on staffing needs.