Dispatchers
Schedule work and communicate the schedule to workers using a radio, telephone, or computer.
Quick Facts
Wages: |
Above the statewide median $26.64 / hour Read more about wages |
Outlook: |
Below statewide average
Growth rate: 4.3% Read more about outlook |
Education: |
High School or less is typically required. |
On the Job: |
Typical Work Tasks
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Job Title Examples: |
Communications Operator Public Safety Dispatcher School Bus Dispatcher See more job title examples |
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Wages & Outlook
Typical Wages
Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.
This career pays above the statewide median wage.
Wages for Dispatchers *
U S |
$18.74 | $23.24 | $29.5 |
---|---|---|---|
Minnesota |
$22 | $26.64 | $34.04 |
Central Minnesota |
$22.45 | $27.06 | $32.46 |
Northeast Minnesota |
$21.45 | $24.72 | $36.73 |
Northwest Minnesota |
$21.91 | $24.73 | $31.69 |
Southeast Minnesota |
$21.32 | $24.81 | $31.35 |
Southwest Minnesota |
$21.43 | $24.72 | $33.6 |
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN |
$22.5 | $27.05 | $32.78 |
* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.
Employment
In Minnesota, there are 3210 workers employed in this small career.
Where do Dispatchers most often work?
- Truck Transportation
- Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
- Couriers and Messengers
- Support Activities for Transportation
- Specialty Trade Contractors
Current Demand
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