Impactful Emergency Communications Dispatcher

National Public Safety Careers; Mendon (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers advertises Police Dispatcher opportunities in Mendon, IL. Dispatchers receive calls for assistance, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure rapid response and safety.

Typical duties include recording locations, assigning calls, monitoring radio traffic, and relaying updates while complying with agency procedures and confidentiality requirements.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is commonly required.
• Typing accurately, listening clearly, and communicating by radio are essential.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require screening and training.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, 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.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Listening

Multitasking

Dispatch aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

National Public Safety Careers advertises Police Dispatcher opportunities in Mendon, IL. Dispatchers receive calls for assistance, document details, and coordinate with officers to ensure rapid response and safety.

Typical duties include recording locations, assigning calls, monitoring radio traffic, and relaying updates while complying with agency procedures and confidentiality requirements.