Dispatcher - Felony Review

Please note: The working hours for this position are: Tuesday through Saturday: 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Sunday/Monday off. This position may be called upon to fill in when needed.

Job Title: Dispatcher (#397)

Reports to: Administrative Supervisor

Level: Entry/Union/Full-Time

Salary: $57,811

Grade/Step: 14E

Location: 2650 S California/Leighton Courthouse

Bureau: Administrative Services

Division/Unit: Felony Review

Application Deadline: September 10, 2025

Primary Function: To cover dispatch shifts during dispatcher absences/scheduled days off. Dispatch incoming calls to the appropriate Assistant State’s Attorneys assigned to the Felony Review Unit and provide administrative support when needed.

Working Environment:

Relief Position

Base Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday: 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Sunday/Monday off. ** This position may be called upon to fill in when needed.

Physical Requirements:

Light Work: The position requires the ability to stand or walk frequently, often for extended periods. You may need to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 20 pounds regularly, and occasionally heavier items. The job may also involve a significant amount of walking or standing relative to sedentary roles.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Qualifications:

• Answer, log and update all call information on digital FRU Dispatcher Log Sheets

• Dispatch case information to ASAs assigned to that shift

• Navigate Search Warrant Power App and digital blue book

• Complete the FRU ASA ON-Call roster sheet for the next dispatcher

• Dispatch Assistant State’s Attorneys to appropriate police area

• Responsible for logistics of all FRU fleet cars, Jet Packs, and other electronics used during the shift

• Enter ERI data into the database

• Monitor lobby entry via call system

• Maintain VSI logbook

• Maintain State’s Attorney’s Office work product sheets

• Prepare subpoenas, memos, and other correspondence

• Conduct CRIMES research when needed to locate case information

• Serve as relief dispatcher as needed

• Maintain confidentiality of information and systems

• Interact regularly with State’s Attorney Office employees and personnel of outside agencies

• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as required.

Required:

• The candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word applications

Preferred

• Knowledge of SharePoint, Outlook, TEAMS, Clerks, ICLEAR and CRIMES

Equal Employment Opportunity

EEO Message: The Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO) is an equal opportunity employer, which seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The CCSAO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request, the CCSAO will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals due to a disability or pregnancy. The EEOP report can be found on our website at www.cookcountystatesattorney.org.