How much does an Emergency Communications Supervisor make in Washington, DC? The average Emergency Communications Supervisor salary in Washington, DC is $74,800 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $68,200 and $91,200. 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.

Emergency Communications Supervisor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Emergency Communications Supervisor Salary $62,191 Washington,DC April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Emergency Communications Supervisor Salary $68,200 Washington,DC April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Emergency Communications Supervisor Salary $74,800 Washington,DC April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Emergency Communications Supervisor Salary $91,200 Washington,DC April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Emergency Communications Supervisor Salary $106,131 Washington,DC April 24, 2024
25% $68,200 10% $62,191 90% $106,131 75% $91,200 $74,800 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Emergency Communications Supervisor mentors dispatchers and manages escalated issues. Oversees a team responding to calls for emergency and non-emergency assistance and dispatching law enforcement, fire fighting, or rescue units. Being an Emergency Communications Supervisor ensures unit response details are thoroughly and correctly tracked. Coordinates training on message codes, situational protocols, and differentiating routine, priority, and emergency messages. In addition, Emergency Communications Supervisor administers the staff work schedule to ensure adequate coverage. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a manager. Working team member that may validate or coordinate the work of others on a support team. Suggests improvements to process, is a knowledge resource for other team members. Has no authority for staff actions. Generally has a minimum of 2 years experience as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of the team processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    911 Dispatcher

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    2 + years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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