Description Lake Consolidated Emergency Communications (LakeComm) is a brand new consolidated 9-1-1 Emergency Communications Center housed in a portion of the new state of the art Lake County Regional Operations & Communications Facility. LakeComm supports 9-1-1 call-taking and emergency dispatching for 30 police and fire agencies in Lake County, Illinois. LakeComm is seeking lateral, full-time Public Safety Telecommunicators to join our high-performing communications center and team. The position will require 12-hour shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime. If you are an experienced dispatcher looking for a professional environment that values skill, teamwork, and service to the community, we encourage you to apply. Be the voice that makes a difference when it matters the most. Requirements Under the direction of a Shift Supervisor, Public Safety Telecommunicators perform critical emergency communications functions, including: • Receiving and processing emergency and non-emergency calls for service • Dispatching police, fire, and EMS units via radio and computer-aided dispatch (CAD) systems • Managing multiple high-priority tasks in a fast-paced environment • Operating complex communications and information systems with accuracy and professionalism • Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive, protected, and law-enforcement-related information. To be considered a lateral candidate, applicants must: • Have at least one (1) year of recent experience in good standing as a Public Safety Telecommunicator • Demonstrate proficiency in emergency call processing and radio dispatch operations • Certifications in LEADS, Priority Dispatch are preferred  Minimum Qualifications: • High school diploma or equivalent • Must be at least 18 years old • Valid driver's license • Ability to work all assigned shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime Required Certifications (within 6 months of hire): • Law Enforcement Agencies Data System (LEADS) Certification • APCO Public Safety Telecommunicator (PST) I Certification • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification • Emergency Fire Dispatch (EFD) Certification • Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) Certification • State of Illinois Emergency Medical Dispatch License Application Process: • Application Review • Panel Interview (by invitation) • On-site shadow (by invitation) • Pre-employment background investigation and drug screening Supplemental Information Salary & Benefits: • Starting pay range: $72,793.27-$107,548.81, depending on qualifications • Full pay range: $72,793.27-$111,850.76 • Non-exempt (FLSA overtime eligible) • Paid vacation & personal time • Sick leave accrual • Medical (PPO & HMO), dental, and vision Insurance (effective day one!) • IMRF Pension • Life Insurance • 457(b) deferred compensation plan • AFLAC supplemental coverage options • Career growth and advancement opportunities • Employee assistance programs, critical incident stress resources, peer to peer support, & an on-site wellness room for staff Continue your meaningful career in public safety—apply today to join the LakeComm team!  LakeComm 9-1-1 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.