Dispatchers (Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance)

Top 3 dispatcher Jobs

Distribution Dispatcher Associate - Senior - American Electric Power Company - Gahanna,OH
Responsible for assisting in the safe and reliable operation, dispatching, and restoration of facilities for the AEP Distribution System as assigned. Job Description. Dist. Dispatcher Assoc. - Dist. Dispatcher Sr.:What You'll Do:Promote and enforce...
Emergency Services Dispatcher - Ohio Staffing - Columbus,OH
Emergency Services Dispatcher Provides advanced emergency medical dispatch life support through pre-arrival instructions to callers. Operates and maintains all Dispatch Call Center equipment, including State Police Systems to obtain...
Remote Freight Dispatcher High-Earning Commission Role - American Logistics Authority - Columbus,OH
A logistics company is seeking a Freight Dispatcher as an independent contractor. This remote position offers commission-based income with high earning potential, allowing individuals to control their schedule and growth. Responsibilities include...

What Dispatchers Do

Schedule and dispatch workers, work crews, equipment, or service vehicles for conveyance of materials, freight, or passengers, or for normal installation, service, or emergency repairs rendered outside the place of business. Duties may include using radio, telephone, or computer to transmit assignments and compiling statistics and reports on work progress.

Dispatcher Salaries

2020 employment: 192,100
May 2021 median annual wage: $44,050

Job Outlook for Dispatchers

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

Number of new jobs: 8,300
Growth rate: 4 percent (Slower than average)

How to Become a Dispatcher

Education and training:

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
Work experience in a related occupation: None
Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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