Police Dispatcher: Critical 24/7 Emergency Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Carrollton (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Education resources

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking a Police Dispatcher for a position in Carrollton, IL. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, transmitting critical information to officers, and coordinating with nearby agencies to maintain safe operations.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; some agencies provide training.
• Typing accuracy and speed essential for dispatch duties.
• Strong multitasking and clear radio communication are needed to support officers.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency police requests and relay information to officers.
• Document incident locations, vehicle details, and hazards.
• Assign calls to officers based on priority and procedures.
• Monitor officer status, radio traffic, and requests for assistance.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.

Skills

Typing speed

Radio communications

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Records Management System

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking a Police Dispatcher for a position in Carrollton, IL. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, transmitting critical information to officers, and coordinating with nearby agencies to maintain safe operations.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.