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How much do remote flight dispatcher jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote flight dispatcher in California is $27.35, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $37.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the remote flight dispatcher position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Flight Dispatcher, you need strong knowledge of aviation regulations, weather interpretation, and flight planning, typically supported by an FAA Aircraft Dispatcher Certificate or equivalent credentials. Familiarity with dispatch software, flight tracking tools, and communication systems such as ACARS is essential. Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are standout soft skills. These qualities ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant coordination of flight operations from a remote location.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a remote flight dispatcher?

As a Remote Flight Dispatcher, your daily responsibilities include preparing and filing flight plans, monitoring weather conditions, updating pilots on operational changes, and coordinating with maintenance and ground crews to ensure safe flight operations. You regularly use specialized software to track flights in real-time and communicate updates to pilots and airline staff as needed. Additionally, you may assist with rerouting flights during adverse weather or emergencies, requiring quick decision-making. While working remotely, you’ll collaborate closely with a virtual team of other dispatchers, pilots, and operations personnel to ensure seamless communication and efficiency.

What is a remote flight dispatcher?

A Remote Flight Dispatcher is responsible for planning and monitoring flight operations from an offsite location. They coordinate with pilots, air traffic controllers, and airlines to ensure safe and efficient flight routes, considering factors like weather, fuel requirements, and airspace restrictions. Using specialized software and communication tools, they provide real-time updates and assist in decision-making for flight adjustments. This role requires strong analytical skills, aviation knowledge, and the ability to work under pressure.

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Flight and Ambulance Communications Center Specialist

Imh

Valley Center, CA • On-site, Remote

$22.39 - $34.06/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


Job description

Job Description:

The Communications Specialist (CS) receives, processes, and transmits communications for patient transport utilizing radios, telephone and computer aided dispatch, (CAD), software in accordance with regulations guided by the Federal Aviation Administration, (FAA), Federal Communications Commission, (FCC), as well as Commission Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) in addition to state and local EMS agency regulations. Communications Specialists maintain records and Communications Center related documentation of air and ground patient transport requests. They are accountable for the prioritization and coordination of safe and efficient transport, while serving as a liaison between hospitals, public safety and EMS agencies facilitating patients to definitive care.

Essential Functions

  • Receives incoming patient transport requests in a hospital or pre-hospital setting.
  • Coordinates the closest, safest, and most appropriate asset for transport, while following all appropriate guidelines, policies, and protocols.
  • Facilitates positive relationships with referring and receiving facilities and receiving facilities to ensure a safe, coordinated, and expeditious response for emergency services.
  • Demonstrates a clear understanding of policies and procedures and executes themas necessary.
  • Ensures accuracy and completion of transport documentation.
  • Participates in continuing education and required certification.
  • Participates in system-wide quality improvement effort to continuously review, evaluate and revise processes for continued improvement.
  • Utilizes understanding of medical equipment used and its limitations in a ground transport setting.

Skills

  • Communication
  • Keyboarding
  • Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD
  • Medical Terminology
  • Customer Service
  • Computer literacy
  • Maps and tracking

Minimum Qualifications

  • Demonstrated dispatch experience with 911 (Public Safety), EMS agency or HUC (Health Unit Coordinator), experience in a hospital environment
  • Intermediate computer proficiency
  • Typing speed (minimum 40 wpm)

Preferred Qualifications

  • One year dispatch experience with 911 (Public Safety), EMS agency, HUC (Health Unit Coordinator), or other experience in a hospital environment.
  • Demonstrated experience working in a clinical setting (MA, CNA, Technician, EMT or Paramedic)
  • Ability to perform complex tasks, prioritize multiple requests and manages patient transport in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Basic medical terminology
  • Previous experience with FAA, (Federal Aviation), FCC, (Federal Communication Commission, CAMTS, (Commission Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems), regulations and requirements in a medical transport communications center environment.

Physical Requirements

  • Ongoing need for employees to see and read information, labels, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs.
  • Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients, clients and visitors require employees to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, needs and issues quickly and accurately.
  • Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate supplies and equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use for typing, accessing needed information, etc.

Location:

Valley Center Tower

Work City:

Murray

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$22.39 - $34.06

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