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Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance

Office & Admin ยท Schedule and dispatch workers, work crews, equipment, or service vehicles for conveyance of materials, freight, or passengers, or for normal installation, service, or emergency repairs rendered outside the place of business

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

$28โ€“34k

First 1โ€“2 years

Peak Salary

$54โ€“63k

10+ years experience

Job Outlook

-0.9% ยท Declining

Projected decline of -0.9% from 2024 to 2034; about 19 openings projected per year.

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 Ambulance

$25โ€“31k0โ€“1 year
2

Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance

$31โ€“39k1โ€“4 years
3

Experienced Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance

$39โ€“47k3โ€“6 years
4

Senior Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance

$47โ€“63k7โ€“12 years
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Director of Office & Admin

$63k+12+ years

๐ŸŽฏ Why You Match

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You prioritize Support

This career is strongly aligned with Support 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.

๐Ÿซ Programs & Schools

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