Emergency Police Dispatcher – Fast-Paced, Impactful Role

Regional 911 Intake Solutions; Woodson (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Employee assistance resources

Continuing education

Premium pay

Job summary

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks Police Dispatchers in Woodson, IL to receive and route calls, document incidents, and coordinate with officers. The role requires precision in locating details and clear radio communication, with potential shift work including nights and weekends.

Posting emphasizes background checks, typing accuracy, and ability to learn jurisdictional geography; access to criminal justice information systems may require extra screening and training.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent is commonly required.
• Entry on training possible for new entrants; some agencies may require prior dispatch work or certifications.
• Candidates should 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 hazards.
• Assign calls to officers according to priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Relay updates about incidents and safety concerns.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after required training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Multitasking

Radio comms

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Regional 911 Intake Solutions seeks Police Dispatchers in Woodson, IL to receive and route calls, document incidents, and coordinate with officers. The role requires precision in locating details and clear radio communication, with potential shift work including nights and weekends.

Posting emphasizes background checks, typing accuracy, and ability to learn jurisdictional geography; access to criminal justice information systems may require extra screening and training.