The McHenry County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting applications for the position of Telecommunicator. Deadline for applications is 11:59 p.m. on October 16, 2026, for all new applicants. Lateral applicants are encouraged to apply year-round. All new applicants must attend a testing date, which will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 8:00 a.m.
Qualifications:
- Age: Minimum of 18 years of age
- Education: High school diploma or GED
- Experience: No prior experience required
- Driver’s License: Applicant must possess a valid driver’s license
- Candidates must have accurate typing skills and a clear speaking voice
- Candidates must have the ability to multitask and react quickly and calmly in a high-stress environment
The mandatory testing includes a general education exam based on multitasking, reading comprehension, listening skills, problem solving, and prioritizing. Testing will be held Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to ~11:00 a.m. at the McHenry County Regional Training Center, located at 655 Village Hall Drive in Cary. Doors will open at 7:45 a.m. and close promptly at 8:00 a.m. Please bring a photo ID.
Starting pay is currently $31.59 per hour, with paid holidays, sick time and vacation. Major medical, dental and life insurance is offered by the County for employees and their dependents.
To qualify for lateral employment, an individual must be hired after being continuously employed for 24 months at another Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP).
Applications for Telecommunicators can be found at: https://www.mchenrysheriff.org/join-us/employment-application/.
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