Police, Fire, and Ambulance Dispatchers
Operate radio, telephone, or computer equipment at emergency response centers. Receive reports from the public of crimes, disturbances, fires, and medical or police emergencies. Relay information to law enforcement and emergency response personnel. May maintain contact with caller until responders arrive.
Education & Training
Percentage of workers at each education and training level
Education Level
Prior Experience Needed
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Training Provided After Hiring
How long it typically takes to learn on the job
How AI Impacts Each Task
18 tasks analyzed
Question callers to determine their locations, and the nature of their problems to determine type of response needed.
Determine response requirements and relative priorities of situations, and dispatch units in accordance with established procedures.
Record details of calls, dispatches, and messages.
Provide emergency medical instructions to callers.
Scan status charts and computer screens, and contact emergency response field units to determine emergency units available for dispatch.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Question callers to determine their locations, and the nature of their problems to determine type of response needed. | - | - | - |
| Determine response requirements and relative priorities of situations, and dispatch units in accordance with established procedures. | - | - | - |
| Record details of calls, dispatches, and messages. | - | - | - |
| Provide emergency medical instructions to callers. | - | - | - |
| Scan status charts and computer screens, and contact emergency response field units to determine emergency units available for dispatch. | - | - | - |
Essential Soft Skills
Traits that are hard for AI to replicate
Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$50,730
per year
Mean Wage
$54,800
per year
Employment
101K
workers
Wage Range
$35,640 - $78,110
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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