Public Safety Telecommunicator

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Urbana, IL, United States
Base: $25.299ph; bonus/equity: not specified; bene...
On-site
Receive and transmit emergency messages
Operate radio and phone equipment
Utilize law enforcement information systems
The Public Safety Telecommunicator serves as the initial contact with the public, receiving and transmitting messages for police and fire departments using various communication equipment

Job Summary

  • The Public Safety Telecommunicator serves as the initial contact with the public, receiving and transmitting messages for police and fire departments using various communication equipment.
  • This role requires independent judgment within procedural boundaries and involves potential exposure to unpleasant dispatches related to violent crimes.
  • As essential personnel, telecommunicators must work in-person, reliably, and be willing to work holidays and weekends, with the university offering a competitive benefits package.

Matching Summary

The Public Safety Telecommunicator serves as the initial contact with the public, receiving and transmitting messages for police and fire departments using various communication equipment.

Salary

Base: $25.299/hr; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, Tuition waivers

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Receive and transmit emergency messages
  • Operate radio and phone equipment
  • Utilize law enforcement information systems
  • Monitor security and fire alarm systems
  • Work holidays and weekends
  • In-person work required

Nice-to-have

  • Adapt to changing work environment
  • Assist in training new operators
  • Campus security authority role

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • No felony conviction
  • Typing speed of 25 net words per minute

Work Rights

Not specified

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