Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance Jobs Pay in McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, TX
Average Hourly Pay
$21.25
33.6%Below national average
Range: $20.24 – $22.26
Average Annual Pay
$44,204
33.6%Below national average
Range: $42,099 – $46,309
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
$18.06/hr
Range: $17.20 – $18.92
Annual Rate
$37,573
Range: $35,784 – $39,363
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$21.25/hr
Range: $20.24 – $22.26
Annual Rate
$44,204
Range: $42,099 – $46,309
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$24.44/hr
Range: $23.28 – $25.60
Annual Rate
$50,835
Range: $48,414 – $53,255
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
