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Police, Fire, and Ambulance Dispatchers

  • Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
Median Yearly Income
$48,891
Most Common Education Level
High school diploma or less
Projected Job Growth
+5.03%

What do Police, Fire, and Ambulance Dispatchers do?

Operate telephone, radio, or other communication systems to receive and communicate requests for emergency assistance at 9-1-1 public safety answering points and emergency operations centers. Take information from the public and other sources regarding crimes, threats, disturbances, acts of terrorism, fires, medical emergencies, and other public safety matters. May coordinate and provide information to law enforcement and emergency response personnel. May access sensitive databases and other information sources as needed. May provide additional instructions to callers based on knowledge of and certification in law enforcement, fire, or emergency medical procedures.


Career Interests Areas

  1. Conventional
  2. Realistic
  3. Social
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