Hourly Wage for Telecommunicator Salary in the United States

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How much does a Telecommunicator make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Telecommunicator in the United States is $21 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $19 and $24. 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.

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Public Safety Telecommunicator

Converse County WY - Douglas , WY

Public Safety Telecommunicator DEPARTMENT : Joint Communications REPORTS TO : Public Safety Communications Supervisor SALARY : $48,921.60 annually ($23.52/hr), DOE CLASSIFICATION: Salaried, Non ...

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Telecommunicator

Shelby County 911 - Birmingham , AL

As a new Telecommunicator, you will receive classroom and hands-on training to answer both 911 emergency calls and routine non-emergency calls in a communications center. In one call, you will offer ...

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Telecommunicator

Hill Administrative Services - DeLand , FL

We are seeking a Telecommunicator to become an integral part of our team! You will perform routine administrative assignments through telephonic and electronic systems to keep the medical facility ...

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Telecommunicator I

Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority - Alcoa , TN

We are currently seeking a non-exempt Telecommunicator I to receive and dispatch communications by way of radio and telephone dispatch technology, to assist Public Safety personnel in responding to ...

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911 Telecommunicator Supervisor

WILLIAMS COUNTY - Williston , ND

This position also performs the duties of 911 Telecommunicator. Examples of Duties The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities ...

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(911 DISPATCH) Telecommunicator

Sampson County - Clinton , NC

The Sampson County Communications Department has a full-time 911 Telecommunicator (Dispatcher) position available. Preferred applicant is highly experienced and trained with DCI and EMD ...

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What does a Telecommunicator do?

Common responsibilities of a Telecommunicator

Provides and relays necessary information regarding emergency situations to those individuals requiring notification, including public safety officials and representatives.

September 14, 2022

Communicate effectively via police radio, telephone, and in person, with co-workers and all others, including persons of diverse backgrounds and in altered emotional and psychological states.

November 02, 2022

Answers the telephone and all systems and receives emergency calls from citizens, law enforcement agencies or fire departments requesting/reporting emergencies, information and assistance.

November 27, 2022

Required to report for duty and shelter-in during emergency/disaster situations.

January 21, 2023

Monitors the alarm system, which includes the Keltron Fire & Burglar alarms, 911 emergency system for all 911 calls dialed from on campus, and Insight/ HVAC systems that are used for fire alarms, ammonia leaks, burglary alarms, temperature alarms, pump failure and water level alarms.

March 06, 2023

Receives telephone calls to the Emergency 911 Center, and other messages requiring primarily emergency type of assistance promptly and courteously, determines priority, and transmits clearly such requests for service to the appropriate personnel.

April 03, 2023

Maintains thorough working knowledge of all operational and administrative rules, regulations, codes, laws, policies, and procedures that govern duties within the Center and employment within the County.

April 05, 2023

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of Telecommunicator in the United States. The average hourly rate for Telecommunicator ranges from $19 to $24 with the average hourly pay of $21. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $19 to $24 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $21.

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