Public Safety Dispatcher — Rapid Emergency Communications

National Public Safety Careers; Malta Township (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

National Public Safety Careers is seeking qualified candidates for police dispatch positions in Malta, IL. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and incident details, and coordinating with officers and other agencies.

Ideal applicants will have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing ability, clear radio communication, and familiarity with jurisdictional geography.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies.
• Ability to type accurately and listen clearly to radio traffic and callers.
• Familiarity with law enforcement communication procedures and local geography.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing

Radio communication

Multitasking

Jurisdiction geography

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CJIS

Job description

National Public Safety Careers is seeking qualified candidates for police dispatch positions in Malta, IL. The role involves receiving emergency and nonemergency requests, documenting locations and incident details, and coordinating with officers and other agencies.

Ideal applicants will have a high school diploma or equivalent, strong typing ability, clear radio communication, and familiarity with jurisdictional geography.