Indiana State Police Introduces Telecommunications Operators

PERU, IN -  For the past several years, the Indiana State Police has recognized the pivotal role played by its telecommunications operators who are commonly referred to as emergency dispatchers. They use telephones, radios, computers, and technical skills to answer calls for emergency assistance and dispatch troopers to the site of an emergency. They also provide support to field personnel, general public, local police agencies, emergency medical services, national weather service, and other governmental agencies.  

Each year the second full week of April is dedicated to the men and women who serve as public safety telecommunications operators. In 1991, Congress proclaimed it as a national week of recognition. This year it is April 13 through April 19.  

Telecommunications operators, working from the Indiana State Police Post in Peru, are responsible for dispatching troopers and motor carrier inspectors to calls for service in Wabash, Tipton, Miami, Howard, Cass, and Fulton Counties. They must pass a written and typing test before they are interviewed to be hired. They are required to remain composed in many different emergency situations and have the ability to speak calmly and clearly. They must be proficient in the many tools of their trade which range from computers, multi-line telephones, dispatching equipment, to a fax machine. Indiana State Police telecommunications operators are required to become certified in entering information in the Indiana Data and Communications System (IDACS) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC). They are also required to be certified in emergency medical dispatch. 

Captain Ed Schroder, Commander of  Indiana State Police Area One, would like to introduce the six telecommunications operators who work around the clock, all year long, to support troopers in the field and help keep the public safe. Together they have over 74 years of experience serving the state of Indiana and its citizens.  
 

Telecommunications Operators assigned to the Indiana State Police Post in Peru: 

• Telecommunications Supervisor Ginny Kelley, 29 years of service, resides in Howard County. 
• Telecommunications Operator Bill Shortz, 21 years of service, resides in Pulaski County 
• Telecommunications Operator Brad Deane, 10 years of service, resides in Cass County 
• Telecommunications Operator Mike Hale, 10 years of service, resides in Miami County 
• Telecommunications Operator Stephanie Bach, two years of service, resides in Miami County  
• Telecommunications Operator Regina Eikenberry, two years of service, resides in Miami County 

Stephanie Bach	Bill Shortz	Ginny Kelley
Brad Deane	Regina Eikenberry	Mike Hale

Anyone interested in a career as a telecommunications operator with the Indiana State Police are encouraged to contact their nearest Indiana State Police Post or check the State of Indiana Job Bank. 
 

Source: Indiana State Police

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