1C3X1 AFSC Command Post — Civilian Career Guide
Operates Air Force command posts and emergency action cells. Manages crisis communications, emergency notifications, and coordinates base-wide responses to incidents.
CAREER PATHS
3
TOP SALARY
$103,650.00
AVG SALARY
$78,803.00
Civilian Career Matches
Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Salaries are national medians — your area may vary.
Emergency Management Specialist
SOC 13-1199
$83,960.00
median/yr
Emergency Dispatcher
SOC 43-5031
$48,800.00
median/yr
Operations Center Manager
SOC 11-1021
$103,650.00
median/yr
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