Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance Jobs Pay in Southwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area, AL
Average Hourly Pay
$23.80
25.6%Below national average
Range: $22.67 – $24.94
Average Annual Pay
$49,511
25.6%Below national average
Range: $47,154 – $51,869
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
$20.23/hr
Range: $19.27 – $21.20
Annual Rate
$42,084
Range: $40,081 – $44,089
Mid level
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$23.80/hr
Range: $22.67 – $24.94
Annual Rate
$49,511
Range: $47,154 – $51,869
Senior level
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$27.37/hr
Range: $26.07 – $28.68
Annual Rate
$56,938
Range: $54,227 – $59,649
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
