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Dispatchers

Dispatchers coordinate the movement of workers and motor vehicles.

Emergency vehicle dispatchers direct the activity of police cars, fire trucks, and ambulances. All other dispatchers coordinate the movements of goods and service workers.

Dispatchers are in the Law, Public Safety, and Security career cluster and the Emergency and Fire Management Services pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Above the statewide median

$21.22 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   9.6%

Average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Moderate-term on-the-job training (1-12 months) is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Receive incoming calls and question callers to find out what the problem is.
  • Determine the response needed for the situation.
  • Dispatch appropriate personnel or equipment.
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Job Title Examples:

 911 Dispatcher,  Aircraft Dispatcher,  Communications Officer 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.