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How much does an Emergency Dispatch Operator make in Illinois? The average Emergency Dispatch Operator salary in Illinois is $44,340 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $39,470 and $50,230. 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.

Emergency Dispatch Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Emergency Dispatch Operator Salary $35,036 IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Emergency Dispatch Operator Salary $39,470 IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Emergency Dispatch Operator Salary $44,340 IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Emergency Dispatch Operator Salary $50,230 IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Emergency Dispatch Operator Salary $55,593 IL March 26, 2024
25% $39,470 10% $35,036 90% $55,593 75% $50,230 $44,340 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Emergency Dispatch Operator 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 an Emergency Dispatch Operator requires a high school diploma. May enter unit response and data into database. In addition, Emergency Dispatch Operator typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being an Emergency Dispatch Operator gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. Working as an Emergency Dispatch Operator typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Career Path for this job

  1. This Job:

    Emergency Dispatch Operator

    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 Cicero, IL Avg. Salary $45,459 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Mount Prospect, IL Avg. Salary $45,285 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abingdon, IL Avg. Salary $41,039 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adair, IL Avg. Salary $41,429 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addieville, IL Avg. Salary $42,079 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addison, IL Avg. Salary $45,285 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akin, IL Avg. Salary $40,822 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, IL Avg. Salary $40,475 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albers, IL Avg. Salary $42,079 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albion, IL Avg. Salary $39,869 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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