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Dispatchers coordinate the movement of service crews, vehicles, and emergency responders using communication systems and computer-aided dispatch tools. Florida employs nearly 14,000 dispatchers across transportation, emergency services, and logistics. Emergency (911) dispatchers are a specialized high-demand subset requiring additional county training.

FL Median Salary
$42,320
Entry Salary
$31,100
Experienced
$67,010
FL Growth
N/A

Requirements & Training

  • Credential: APCO or NENA certification for emergency (911) dispatchers - voluntary

Career Path

  1. Dispatcher
  2. Senior Dispatcher
  3. Dispatch Supervisor
  4. Operations Manager

Top Florida Employers

FL county 911 centersJB Hunt TransportTrucking companiesSchool district transportationRideshare operatorsFreight brokerage firms

Related Programs

  • Emergency Dispatch Certificate
  • Business Administration AS
  • Public Safety AS
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