Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance Jobs Pay in Lake Charles, LA
Average Hourly Pay
$25.41
20.6%Below national average
Range: $24.20 – $26.62
Average Annual Pay
$52,853
20.6%Below national average
Range: $50,336 – $55,370
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
$21.60/hr
Range: $20.57 – $22.63
Annual Rate
$44,925
Range: $42,786 – $47,065
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$25.41/hr
Range: $24.20 – $26.62
Annual Rate
$52,853
Range: $50,336 – $55,370
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$29.22/hr
Range: $27.83 – $30.61
Annual Rate
$60,781
Range: $57,886 – $63,675
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
