Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance Jobs Pay in Cedar Rapids, IA
Average Hourly Pay
$30.14
5.8%Below national average
Range: $28.70 – $31.57
Average Annual Pay
$62,681
5.8%Below national average
Range: $59,696 – $65,666
How much do Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
Entry Level
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$25.62/hr
Range: $24.39 – $26.83
Annual Rate
$53,279
Range: $50,742 – $55,816
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$30.14/hr
Range: $28.70 – $31.57
Annual Rate
$62,681
Range: $59,696 – $65,666
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$34.66/hr
Range: $33.00 – $36.31
Annual Rate
$72,083
Range: $68,650 – $75,516
Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance job description
Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance professionals protect people, property, and assets. They monitor premises, respond to incidents, and maintain a safe environment through vigilant observation and quick response.
Responsibilities
- •Monitor premises and surveillance systems
- •Patrol assigned areas
- •Respond to security incidents
- •Control access to facilities
- •Write incident reports
- •Assist visitors and employees
Skills
- •Observation and awareness
- •Communication skills
- •Physical fitness
- •Conflict resolution
- •Report writing
- •Emergency response
Qualifications
- •Security license (if required)
- •Background check
- •First aid/CPR certification
- •Previous security experience
