How much does an Power System Dispatch Director make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for an Power System Dispatch Director in the United States is $74 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $62 and $87. Hourly rate 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.

Power System Dispatch Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Power System Dispatch Director Salary $51 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Power System Dispatch Director Salary $62 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Power System Dispatch Director Salary $74 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Power System Dispatch Director Salary $87 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Power System Dispatch Director Salary $98 US March 26, 2024
25% $62 10% $51 90% $98 75% $87 $74 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Power System Dispatch Director is responsible for ongoing transmission and distribution of energy. Directs the real-time operations of energy dispatch centers. Being a Power System Dispatch Director requires a bachelor's degree. Aware of generation expectations and is responsible for minimizing risk and maximizing efficiency and economy. In addition, Power System Dispatch Director demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Typically reports to top management. The Power System Dispatch Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. Working as a Power System Dispatch Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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