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Telephone Operators

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This profile is intended as career exploration guidance based on federal labor data. Actual job requirements, salaries, and opportunities vary by employer and location.

Entry Salary

$39โ€“48k

First 1โ€“2 years

Peak Salary

$62โ€“73k

10+ years experience

Job Outlook

-27.5% ยท Declining

Projected decline of -27.5% from 2024 to 2034.

Time to Start

1โ€“2 years

College degree typical

Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2024. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, employer, and specialization.

๐Ÿ“ˆ Career Ladder

1

Entry-Level Operators

$35โ€“44k0โ€“1 year
2

Telephone Operators

$44k1โ€“4 years
3

Experienced Telephone Operators

$44โ€“53k3โ€“6 years
4

Senior Telephone Operators

$53โ€“73k7โ€“12 years
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Director of Office & Admin

$73k+12+ years

๐ŸŽฏ Why You Match

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You prioritize Relationships

This career is strongly aligned with Relationships โ€” a core work value that shapes how people approach their career decisions.

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You're strong in Active Listening

Active Listening is a top skill for this career, and it plays to what students like you naturally do best.

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Good fit for your timeline

This career typically requires short-term training (less than 1 year), which matches common student preparation goals.

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