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How much does an Emergency Dispatch Operator make in Connecticut? The average Emergency Dispatch Operator salary in Connecticut is $46,550 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $41,440 and $52,740. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Emergency Dispatch Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Emergency Dispatch Operator Salary $36,788 CT March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Emergency Dispatch Operator Salary $41,440 CT March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Emergency Dispatch Operator Salary $46,550 CT March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Emergency Dispatch Operator Salary $52,740 CT March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Emergency Dispatch Operator Salary $58,376 CT March 26, 2024
25% $41,440 10% $36,788 90% $58,376 75% $52,740 $46,550 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Emergency Dispatch Operator transmits and receives coded and conventional messages, differentiates between routine, priority, and emergency messages, and initiates or follows through on responses as required. Responsible for responding to calls for emergency and non-emergency assistance and in dispatching law enforcement, fire fighting, or rescue units. Being an Emergency Dispatch Operator requires a high school diploma. May enter unit response and data into database. In addition, Emergency Dispatch Operator typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being an Emergency Dispatch Operator gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. Working as an Emergency Dispatch Operator typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Career Path for this job

  1. This Job:

    Emergency Dispatch Operator

    3 - 5 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. Up a level:

    Emergency Communications Supervisor

    2 + years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location New London, CT Avg. Salary $46,195 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Norwich, CT Avg. Salary $46,282 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location West Haven, CT Avg. Salary $46,759 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abington, CT Avg. Salary $45,762 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amston, CT Avg. Salary $46,326 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Andover, CT Avg. Salary $46,499 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ansonia, CT Avg. Salary $46,759 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ashford, CT Avg. Salary $45,762 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Avon, CT Avg. Salary $46,586 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ballouville, CT Avg. Salary $45,719 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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