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How much does an Emergency Dispatch Operator make in Minnesota? The average Emergency Dispatch Operator salary in Minnesota is $44,340 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $39,470 and $50,230. 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 $35,036 MN March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Emergency Dispatch Operator Salary $39,470 MN March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Emergency Dispatch Operator Salary $44,340 MN March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Emergency Dispatch Operator Salary $50,230 MN March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Emergency Dispatch Operator Salary $55,593 MN March 26, 2024
25% $39,470 10% $35,036 90% $55,593 75% $50,230 $44,340 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 Lakeville, MN Avg. Salary $45,675 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Minnetonka, MN Avg. Salary $45,979 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ada, MN Avg. Salary $40,952 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adams, MN Avg. Salary $43,032 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adolph, MN Avg. Salary $41,862 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adrian, MN Avg. Salary $38,698 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Afton, MN Avg. Salary $45,632 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ah Gwah Ching, MN Avg. Salary $41,602 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aitkin, MN Avg. Salary $41,905 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akeley, MN Avg. Salary $41,645 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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