U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

Standard Occupational Classification

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43-5031 Police, Fire, and Ambulance Dispatchers

Receive complaints from public concerning crimes and police emergencies. Broadcast orders to police patrol units in vicinity of complaint to investigate. Operate radio, telephone, or computer equipment to receive reports of fires and medical emergencies and relay information or orders to proper officials.

Dispatchers (broad occupation)

Material Recording, Scheduling, Dispatching, and Distributing Workers (minor group)

Office and Administrative Support Occupations (major group)

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Last Modified Date: October 26, 2009