Police Dispatcher: Emergency Calls & Radio Ops

National Public Safety Careers; St. Anne (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking a Police Dispatcher in Saint Anne, IL to support law enforcement operations by taking calls and coordinating with officers. This on-site role involves documenting locations, relaying incident details, and ensuring clear communications across agencies.

Training opportunities may be available for entry-level candidates. The dispatcher will handle emergency and nonemergency requests, maintain incident records, and work with radios, headsets, and computer

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required or typical for entry-level vacancies.
• Candidates should be able to type accurately and understand spoken information.
• Clear radio communication and effective jurisdictional geography knowledge are essential.
• Access to criminal justice information systems may require additional 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 other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing speed

Radio dispatch

Multitasking

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Records Management System

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking a Police Dispatcher in Saint Anne, IL to support law enforcement operations by taking calls and coordinating with officers. This on-site role involves documenting locations, relaying incident details, and ensuring clear communications across agencies.

Training opportunities may be available for entry-level candidates. The dispatcher will handle emergency and nonemergency requests, maintain incident records, and work with radios, headsets, and computer