Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office

Overnight Relief Dispatcher

Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office  •  $65k/yr  •  Onsite  •  5 days ago
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Job Description

Job Title: Relief Dispatcher

Reports toAdministrative Supervisor

Grade: 15 (Full-Time/Union)

Salary $64,745

Level: Entry (This may vary for current employees only)

Location: 2650 S California/Leighton Courthouse

Bureau: Administrative Services

Division/Unit: Felony Review

Application deadline: August 11, 2026

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

Tuesday – Thursday: 5:00 am – 1:00 pm

Friday & Saturday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Off Days: Sunday and Monday

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

• Answer, log and update all call information on digital FRU “Happy 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.

Qualifications:

Required:

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

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

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.

Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office

About Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office

With more than 700 attorneys, the Cook County State's Attorney's Office is the second-largest prosecutor's office in the nation. The CCSAO is responsible for the prosecution of all misdemeanor and felony crimes committed in Cook County, one of the largest counties in the United States. The CCSAO also serves as legal counsel for the government of Cook County and county office holders and employees, litigating Plaintiff and Defense oriented cases and providing legal counsel on a range of matters. Led by Judge Eileen O'Neill Burke, the CCSAO’s team of prosecutors has a passion for public service and has earned a national reputation for excellence in the pursuit of justice for the people we serve.

The CCSAO offers many rewarding and exciting opportunities in the following areas:

Criminal Prosecutions

• Felony Trial

• Sex Crimes Unit

• Special Prosecutions Bureau

• Juvenile Justice Bureau

• Narcotics Bureau

• Appeals Unit

Civil Actions Bureau

• Civil Rights

• Constitutional Law

• Labor and Employment

• Medical Malpractice

• Plaintiff-Side Torts

• Municipal Litigation

• State and Federal Litigation

Our program is highly competitive due to the hands-on, challenging and relevant work experience. There are opportunities for Assistant State's Attorneys, undergraduate interns, legal interns earning a paralegal certificate, law clerks, and recently graduated Secondments or Fellows. Please visit our careers page to download an application and learn more about applying to be part of the office.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Year Founded
Unknown
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