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What is a command post controller and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
2 min read
ScoreCommand Post ControllerUS Average
Salary
4.0

Avg. Salary $51,572

Avg. Salary $59,228

Diversity
2.1
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.62%

Asian 4.35%

Black or African American 6.38%

Hispanic or Latino 11.35%

Unknown 6.07%

White 71.23%

Gender

female 46.37%

male 53.63%

Age - 34
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 34

Command post controller career paths

Key steps to become a command post controller

  1. Explore command post controller education requirements

    Most common command post controller degrees

    Associate

    40.8 %

    Bachelor's

    40.8 %

    High School Diploma

    8.6 %
  2. Start to develop specific command post controller skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Emergency Management16.75%
    Command Posts8.12%
    Communications Systems5.79%
    C25.25%
    Natural Disasters5.02%
  3. Research command post controller duties and responsibilities

    • Configure and manage computer systems in accordance with DOD security requirements.
    • Maintain security files and access control database for communications security (COMSEC) items, using computer equipment and software.
    • Validate concept and establish command wide standard for deploy C2 operations.
    • Serve as air traffic controller for helicopters and fixed-wing supersonic jet aircraft.
  4. Apply for command post controller jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for a command post controller job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average command post controller salary

The average command post controller salary in the United States is $51,572 per year or $25 per hour. Command post controller salaries range between $24,000 and $108,000 per year.

Average command post controller salary
$51,572 Yearly
$24.79 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

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