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How much does a 911 Dispatcher make in Colorado? The average 911 Dispatcher salary in Colorado is $44,300 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $39,400 and $50,100. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

911 Dispatcher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $34,939 CO March 26, 2024
25th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $39,400 CO March 26, 2024
50th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $44,300 CO March 26, 2024
75th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $50,100 CO March 26, 2024
90th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $55,381 CO March 26, 2024
25% $39,400 10% $34,939 90% $55,381 75% $50,100 $44,300 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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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Jefferson, CO Avg. Salary $44,115 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agate, CO Avg. Salary $43,205 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguilar, CO Avg. Salary $41,515 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akron, CO Avg. Salary $41,992 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamosa, CO Avg. Salary $41,515 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allenspark, CO Avg. Salary $45,285 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alma, CO Avg. Salary $44,245 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Almont, CO Avg. Salary $44,462 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amherst, CO Avg. Salary $41,169 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Anton, CO Avg. Salary $43,682 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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