POLICE COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER Salary in Memphis, TN

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How much does a POLICE COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER make in Memphis, TN? The average POLICE COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER salary in Memphis, TN is $41,224 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $36,737 and $46,739. 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 a POLICE COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER?

A POLICE COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER is responsible for receiving and prioritizing emergency and non-emergency calls from the public, as well as dispatching police officers to the scene of incidents. They must gather and record information accurately, assess the urgency of each situation, and provide appropriate instructions and support to callers while coordinating the response of law enforcement personnel. Additionally, they may also monitor and communicate with officers in the field, maintain detailed records of all communications, and operate various communication and computer systems to ensure efficient and effective response to incidents. Strong communication skills, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and the capacity to multitask are essential for this role.

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Job Openings for POLICE COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER in Memphis, TN
Police Communications Operator
Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania - Northampton , PA
Dispatch and relay incident information to responding Troopers. * Contact municipal police, fire ... Safety Communications Officials within the probationary period and maintain the same for the ...
Latpro - Diversity Jobs - 7 days ago
Emergency Communications Dispatch Supervisor
CRESA - Vancouver , WA
... Dispatcher's work performed on a Supervisor's shift. Incumbents provide technical assistance to ... Review Police/Fire/EMS calls for compliance to protocol, citizen evaluation surveys, etc
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 18 days ago
911 Call Taker Communications Dispatcher
City of Bowling Green - Franklin , KY
Due to access to confidential police records and information, a polygraph test and an extremely ... Dispatchers are subject to random drug tests. The City of Bowling Green is an Equal Opportunity ...
ZipRecruiter - 21 days ago
Dispatcher, emergency services
Princeton University - Princeton , NJ
The department consists of professional University police, security officers, dispatchers, and ... The Communications Center operates 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and responds to over 100,000 ...
ZipRecruiter - 21 days ago
PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER
City of West Covina, CA - West Covina , CA
Serves on a shift basis as a dispatcher in the Communications Center; receives calls by telephone or radio. * Dispatches appropriate fire, police or other City and contract equipment as needed to ...
Jobcase.com / Upward.net - 6 days ago
Police Telecommunications Operator
St Edwards University - Austin , TX
... Communications Commission, State of Texas and Federal agencies and Departmental policy and ... Operates multi-line phone system, police radio and computer aided dispatch system in concert
ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 75 days ago
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Average Salary Range for POLICE COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER in Memphis, TN

Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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What is the average salary for POLICE COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of POLICE COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER in Memphis, TN. The base salary for POLICE COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER ranges from $36,737 to $46,739 with the average base salary of $41,224. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $36,786 to $46,819 with the average total cash compensation of $41,261.

View Average Salary for POLICE COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER as table

Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $41,224 $36,737 - $46,739
Bonus $36 $48 - $81
Total Pay $41,261 $36,786 - $46,819
* 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.

POLICE COMMUNICATIONS DISPATCHER Salary Near Memphis, TN

CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Memphis, TN
CITY, STATE Germantown, TN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $36,242 - $46,109 COMPARE TO Memphis, TN
CITY, STATE Southaven, MS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $36,279 - $46,155 COMPARE TO Memphis, TN
CITY, STATE Olive Branch, MS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $36,187 - $46,039 COMPARE TO Memphis, TN
CITY, STATE Jonesboro, AR AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $36,059 - $45,876 COMPARE TO Memphis, TN
CITY, STATE Jackson, TN AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $36,059 - $45,876 COMPARE TO Memphis, TN
CITY, STATE Tupelo, MS AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $33,075 - $42,080 COMPARE TO Memphis, TN
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About Memphis, Tennessee    Memphis is a city located along the Mississippi River in southwestern Shelby County, Tennessee, United States. The 2017 city population was 652,236, m....More

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