How much does an Air Traffic Controller make in Pierre, SD? The average Air Traffic Controller salary in Pierre, SD is $53,498 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $47,577 and $60,951. 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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What is an Air Traffic Controller?

Air traffic controllers often abbreviated ATC are personnel responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic in the global air traffic control system. Usually stationed in air traffic control centers and control towers on the ground, they monitor the position, speed, and altitude of aircraft in their assigned airspace visually and by radar, and give directions to the pilots by radio. The position of Air Traffic Controller is one that requires highly specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities. Controllers apply separation rules to keep aircraft at a safe distance from ...

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CI² Aviation - Auburn , AL
CI2 Aviation's Air Traffic Controller's Job Description for Auburn University Regional Airport The Air Traffic Controller works under the general supervision of the Air Traffic Manager in a Temporary ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 14 days ago
Techwise - El Paso , TX
Air Traffic Control Specialist Level : Experienced Job Location : Fort Bliss - El Paso, TX Position Type : Non-Exempt Job Shift : Varies Status : Full Time Job Summary : Serves as an Air Traffic ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 36 days ago
Logmet LLC - Yuma , AZ
Initiates and issues air traffic control instructions and clearances for aircraft operating VFR in the vicinity of the airport as outlined in local operating procedures. Observes and reports airport ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 46 days ago
Continental - Akron , OH
... traffic and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated preliminary sales of €41.4 billion and ... the air, under and above the ground, in industrial environments, for the food sector and the ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 11 days ago
Okanagan Specialty Fruits - Moses Lake , WA
Research and learn about air flow dynamics specific to our facilities and room loading styles. Make ... Must wear safety vest when in high traffic areas such as in shipping or receiving and May be ...
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 35 days ago
United States Army - Virginia Beach , VA
Radar Systems Operator, Air Traffic Controller, Network Operations Specialists. About Our Organization: The U.S. Army is wealth of possibilities for your future - whether you are looking to build a ...
Adzuna - 17 days ago
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What is the average salary for Air Traffic Controller in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Air Traffic Controller in Pierre, SD. The base salary for Air Traffic Controller ranges from $47,577 to $60,951 with the average base salary of $53,498. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $49,301 to $64,182 with the average total cash compensation of $55,899.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $53,498 $47,577 - $60,951
Bonus $2,401 $1,724 - $3,231
Total Pay $55,899 $49,301 - $64,182
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Pierre, SD
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CITY, STATE Rapid City, SD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,718 - $63,694 COMPARE TO Pierre, SD
CITY, STATE Watertown, SD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $49,877 - $63,897 COMPARE TO Pierre, SD
CITY, STATE Mandan, ND AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,160 - $70,665 COMPARE TO Pierre, SD
CITY, STATE Deadwood, SD AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $48,871 - $62,608 COMPARE TO Pierre, SD
CITY, STATE Bismarck, ND AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $55,160 - $70,665 COMPARE TO Pierre, SD
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Air Traffic Controller Trainee LOCATION Pierre, SD MINIMUM SALARY $55,877 MAXIMUM SALARY $71,607
JOB TITLE Air Traffic Controller Supervisor LOCATION Pierre, SD MINIMUM SALARY $45,287 MAXIMUM SALARY $58,320
JOB TITLE Air Traffic Controller (15Q) LOCATION Pierre, SD MINIMUM SALARY $55,877 MAXIMUM SALARY $71,607
JOB TITLE Air Traffic Controller Specialist LOCATION Pierre, SD MINIMUM SALARY $62,960 MAXIMUM SALARY $72,744
JOB TITLE Traffic Controller LOCATION Pierre, SD MINIMUM SALARY $38,228 MAXIMUM SALARY $48,133
JOB TITLE Air Controller LOCATION Pierre, SD MINIMUM SALARY $61,495 MAXIMUM SALARY $93,055
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About Pierre, South Dakota    Pierre (/pɪər/; Lakota: čhúŋkaške, "fort") is the capital of the U.S. state of South Dakota and the seat of Hughes County. The population was 13,646 a....More

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