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How much does a 911 Dispatcher make in New Jersey? The average 911 Dispatcher salary in New Jersey is $47,600 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $42,400 and $53,900. 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.

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911 Dispatcher Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $37,666 NJ February 26, 2024
25th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $42,400 NJ February 26, 2024
50th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $47,600 NJ February 26, 2024
75th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $53,900 NJ February 26, 2024
90th Percentile 911 Dispatcher Salary $59,636 NJ February 26, 2024
25% $42,400 10% $37,666 90% $59,636 75% $53,900 $47,600 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The 911 Dispatcher 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 a 911 Dispatcher requires a high school diploma. May enter unit response and data into database. In addition, 911 Dispatcher typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a 911 Dispatcher gains or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Works under moderate supervision. Working as a 911 Dispatcher typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  1. This Job:

    911 Dispatcher

    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 Bayonne, NJ Avg. Salary $48,910 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Bergenfield, NJ Avg. Salary $49,775 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Bloomfield, NJ Avg. Salary $49,818 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location East Brunswick, NJ Avg. Salary $48,850 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Hoboken, NJ Avg. Salary $50,768 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Irvington, NJ Avg. Salary $48,910 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Lakewood, NJ Avg. Salary $48,215 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Middlesex, NJ Avg. Salary $48,478 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Passaic, NJ Avg. Salary $49,818 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Union, NJ Avg. Salary $48,910 Date Updated February 26, 2024

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