What is the salary for COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR 3?

In FY2026, COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR 3 earns between $61,510 and $89,810 per year. Salary range code: R20.

How much experience is needed for COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR 3?

COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR 3 requires approximately 3 years of relevant experience. See the full Requirements section for the official wording.

Which union represents COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR 3?

COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR 3 is represented by CWA (ERG prefix R).

COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR 3

Code: 21804 State Competitive Range: R20 (FY2026)

Career Family: COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR

Salary: $61,510.14 - $89,809.83/year FY2026 schedule (last updated 2026-05-08)

Definition

Under the direction of a Communications Officer or other supervisory official in a State department or agency, supervises a centralized and/or regional communications center responsible for monitoring, receiving, and transmitting police, fire, and other general emergency and environmental emergency alarms; supervises the receipt of telephone requests for police, fire, or other emergent and non-emergent assistance and ensures the requests are transmitted to appropriate personnel; operates a varie...

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