Illinois State Police Telecommunicator Trainee
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Springfield, VT - USA
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Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:59207
Opening Date: 10/15/2026
Closing Date: 11/02/2026
Agency: Illinois State Police
Class Title:ISP TELECOMMUNICATOR TRAINEE (21905)
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4747 monthly; Full Range $4747 - $6446 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 4
Bargaining Unit Code:RC014 Clerical Employees AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
Work Hours: Indeterminate
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available fully in office
Headquarter Location: 801 S 7th St Springfield Illinois 62703
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact:
This position is a union position; therefore provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
Position Overview:
The Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Statewide 9-1-1 is seeking a detailoriented and servicefocused Telecommunicator Trainee to join our team. The Telecommunicator Trainee participates in a six to twelvemonth training program to develop core skills in State Police telecommunications. The trainee learns communication protocols FCC regulations radio and teletype operations and ISP computer systems through classroom instruction demonstrations and onthejob training. Responsibilities include updating manuals maintaining files and entering operational data. The position also involves attending meetings and workshops to support development toward full telecommunicator proficiency. ISP encourages all those who qualify to apply!
The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:
- Health life vision and dental insurance.
- 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
- Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation and other pre-tax benefit programs.
- Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
- Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
- Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
- Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.
Why Work for Illinois
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something bigger and something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule and flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
- Under immediate supervision participates in an agency sponsored training program for a period of six to twelve months in State Police telecommunications applications designed to develop familiarization with State Police telecommunication procedures and practices and the usage of two-way radio teletype devices and computer equipment.
- Receives on-the-job formal and/or informal orientation in training to acquaint the employee with the duties and responsibilities of the telecommunicator position and the interpretation of Illinois State Police (ISP) communications procedures Federal Communications Commission rules and regulations and the ISP computer system.
- Attends classes listens to instructors observes visual demonstrations takes notes and studies course material.
- Inserts updates into operational manuals. Maintains files inputs arrests warnings and motorist assist documents into a centralized computer database.
- Attends and participates in staff meetings conferences workshops and other activities which provide meaningful learning experiences.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within scope of duties.
- This position requires a high school diploma earned from an accredited institution a State of Illinois High School Diploma* or reciprocal state educational attainment.
- This position requires pre-employment auditory memory assessment.
- This position requires pre-employment examination of job-related skills.
- This position requires the ability to type accurately at a minimum of 20 WPM.
- Prefers at least six (6) months of experience with keyboarding or computer typing.
- Prefers at least six (6) months of experience using basic computer systems or software.
- Prefers at least three (3) months of experience with obtaining and providing information via a standard telephone or two-way radio.
- Prefers at least three (3) months of experience or coursework involving filing or organizing documents either paper or electronic.
- Prefers at least three (3) months of prior full-time or part-time job experience.
- Prefers prior preparation of three (3) or more written documents (i.e. essays research papers notes etc.) during school coursework or other training courses.
- Ability to pass an Illinois State Police background check and drug screening.
- This position requires successful completion of the Law Enforcement Agencies Data System (LEADS) on-line course and LEADS Full Access Certification Examination during the training period.
- Requires a clear speaking voice.
- Must be able to work assigned shifts weekends and holidays.
- Ability to type accurately at a minimum of 20 WPM.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity Service and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.
This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of the homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of the homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail spam or other folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
Required Experience:
Intern
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