Public Safety Dispatcher: Police, Fire & EMS

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental and vision coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Continuing education

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is recruiting Police/Fire/EMS dispatchers for opportunities in Eagarville, IL. The role involves coordinating emergency responses across police, fire, and medical services, processing calls, and dispatching units in a fast-paced public safety environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and may require dispatch credentials depending on the assignment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or recognized equivalent commonly required.
• Cross-training may be provided; some agencies require prior dispatch experience.

Responsibilities

• Process requests involving police, fire, rescue, and medical assistance
• Verify locations, incident details, and immediate hazards
• Apply discipline-specific procedures to prioritize and route calls
• Dispatch appropriate units according to approved response plans
• Coordinate incidents requiring more than one emergency service
• Monitor radio traffic, unit availability, and requests for assistance
• Provide approved caller instructions when trained and authorized
• Maintain incident records and support interagency communications

Education

High school diploma

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is recruiting Police/Fire/EMS dispatchers for opportunities in Eagarville, IL. The role involves coordinating emergency responses across police, fire, and medical services, processing calls, and dispatching units in a fast-paced public safety environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and may require dispatch credentials depending on the assignment.