Police Dispatcher: 24/7 Critical Communications

National Public Safety Careers; New Athens (IL); Presencial; USD 40 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical coverage

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education resources

Resumo da oferta

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for New Athens, IL. The role involves taking emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting details, and coordinating with officers to manage incidents from a central communications desk.

Dispatchers may work nights and weekends, requiring accuracy, composure, and knowledge of local geography. Training opportunities and agency-specific requirements are likely to apply.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required.
• Entry-level vacancies may provide training.
• Experienced classifications may require prior police dispatch work and applicable certifications.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conhecimentos

Typing accuracy

Radio communication

Multitasking

Geography knowledge

Formação académica

High school diploma

Descrição da oferta de emprego

National Public Safety Careers is seeking Police Dispatchers for New Athens, IL. The role involves taking emergency and nonemergency calls, documenting details, and coordinating with officers to manage incidents from a central communications desk.

Dispatchers may work nights and weekends, requiring accuracy, composure, and knowledge of local geography. Training opportunities and agency-specific requirements are likely to apply.