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911 Dispatcher Salary in Chicago, Illinois

911 Dispatcher Salary in Chicago, IL

How much does an 911 Dispatcher make in Chicago, IL? The average 911 Dispatcher salary in Chicago, IL is $45,500 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $40,500 and $51,600. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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10th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $35,948 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $40,500 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $45,500 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $51,600 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $57,154 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25% $40,500 10% $35,948 90% $57,154 75% $51,600 $45,500 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The 911 Dispatcher transmits and receives coded and conventional messages, differentiates between routine, priority, and emergency messages, and initiates or follows through on responses as required. Responsible for responding to calls for emergency and non-emergency assistance and in dispatching law enforcement, fire fighting, or rescue units. Being a 911 Dispatcher requires a high school diploma. May enter unit response and data into database. In addition, 911 Dispatcher typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a 911 Dispatcher gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. Working as a 911 Dispatcher typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    911 Dispatcher

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Emergency Communications Supervisor

    2 + years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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