Emergency Police Dispatcher - Fast-Paced Communications

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; De Soto (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Paid leave

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in De Soto, IL. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic and officer status.

Applicants typically need a high school diploma, accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography. Some roles may require prior dispatch experience and certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent; training for entry-level positions may be provided.
• Experience in police dispatch work and applicable certifications may be required for certain roles.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately, understand spoken information, and communicate clearly by radio.

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.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Records system access

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks Police Dispatcher opportunities in De Soto, IL. Dispatchers handle emergency and nonemergency requests, document locations and hazards, and assign calls to officers while monitoring radio traffic and officer status.

Applicants typically need a high school diploma, accurate typing, clear radio communication, and the ability to learn jurisdictional geography. Some roles may require prior dispatch experience and certifications.