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Paratransit Services Dispatcher in Longview, Washington
MAKE A DIFFERENCE, EVERY DAY!
*Do you enjoy helping people and working as part of a small team that makes a huge difference in our community every day? We have opportunities for you to be a part of the team at Paratransit Services, Operators of RiverCities Lift.*
JOB TITLE: Dispatcher/Scheduler
REPORTS TO: General Manager or designee
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
DIVISION: Operations
LOCATION: Longview
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsible for working with trip request data to develop efficient schedules and perform
dispatching duties. Responsible for reviewing, revising, and producing final schedules using
scheduling software; refines trip assignments to increase productivity, improve ride quality,
and adjust individual route schedules to provide resources that match demand. Analyzes
feedback and service delivery issues and recommends and implements changes.
Schedules driver assignments. Dispatches vehicles and drivers through the use of a
computerized dispatch system. Monitors efficient utilization of assigned vehicles to limit
passenger ride times and ensure on-time passenger service. Operates required radio and
communication equipment.
DUTIES:
- Performs scheduling function for trips.
- Analyzes feedback concerning service delivery issues and recommends changes that
will improve service.
- Monitors radio transmissions to assure operators are observing schedules; identifies
service disruptions and initiates corrective action; monitors adequacy of service and
recommends adjustments.
- Contacts drivers to reschedule work, when necessary, to maintain shift strength. Informs
relief dispatchers of any special circumstances or conditions affecting service delivery.
- Monitors operating practices to assure compliance with rules and regulations; report
violations, including customer complaints, to supervisor or assigned individual.
- Provides drivers with written work manifest at the beginning of work shift; updates
manifest throughout the day and advises operator of changes.
- Researches and responds to inquiries from passengers regarding delayed arrivals,
cancellations, or other schedule information.
- Contacts appropriate law enforcement agencies, medical services and/or supervisory
personnel in emergency situations.
- Monitors and adjust passenger schedules and vehicle load capacities as necessary to
maintain operational effectiveness and efficiency.
- Completes and maintains late pick-up and cancellation records and prepares other
required written documents, reports and logs.
- Works cooperatively with all departments and business contacts to ensure quality
service is provided.
- Ensures that specific services are provided to meet the needs of particular clients.
- Provides assistance to drivers and passengers when an emergency situation develops,
and assists central maintenance in routing of vehicles for repair.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISES: N/A
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Position is primarily sedentary and performed in an office environment; required to sit for
long periods of time working at a computer and using a telephone and/or headset and a
radio. Position is fast paced, and work may be done under stressful condit