Round-the-Clock Police Dispatcher | Emergency Communications

Public Safety Dispatch Network; Rio (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatchers for opportunities in Rio, IL. Dispatchers receive requests for police assistance, document locations, suspect descriptions, and hazards, and assign calls to officers according to priority.

The role may involve continuous operation, nights, weekends, and overtime. A high school diploma is commonly required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies, with potential CJIS access and security screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent commonly required; training may be provided for entry vacancies.
• Typing proficiency and clear radio communication skills.
• Ability to learn jurisdiction geography; security screenings may apply.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and nonemergency requests for police assistance.
• Document incident locations, suspect 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.
• Conduct authorized records inquiries after required training.
• Coordinate with neighboring agencies and other emergency services.
• Maintain clear incident records and safeguard restricted information.

Skills

Typing

Active listening

Multitasking

Radio communications

Jurisdiction geography

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CJIS

Job description

Public Safety Dispatch Network seeks Police Dispatchers for opportunities in Rio, IL. Dispatchers receive requests for police assistance, document locations, suspect descriptions, and hazards, and assign calls to officers according to priority.

The role may involve continuous operation, nights, weekends, and overtime. A high school diploma is commonly required; training may be provided for entry-level vacancies, with potential CJIS access and security screening.