Dispatcher

Full Time
Boston, MA 02126
Posted
Job description

Summary Description


The Dispatcher reports to the Transportation Manager and provides support in the timely completion of various routine departmental clerical assignments such as reporting, scheduling, filing, and other duties as assigned by the Transportation Manager.



Key Tasks and Responsibilities

  • Coordination of Participant Schedules
  • Updates and communicates changes in driver daily schedules
  • Enter timekeeping data and review timecards daily
  • Enter all data from D/A's
  • Engage with Partners in Customer Service/ Customer Care Support
  • Assist with client calls and disseminate accordingly
  • Respond to all designated transport requests utilizing company resources.
  • Ensure all incoming phone calls are answered in a timely manner
  • Complete assigned clerical and administrative tasks as required.
  • Assess the next day's resources and forecast potential problems. Re-arrange the schedule and drivers as needed to ensure proper coverage
  • Report all issues promptly with possible solutions to Management
  • Schedule Transportation routes as approved by Transportation Manager/Coordinator
  • Operations Lunch Relief / Backup
  • Other Assigned Reports
  • Attends IDT meetings as needed in place of the Manager or Coordinator.
  • Driving as needed to cover driver vacancies.


Education & Training

§ High School graduate.

§ College degree preferred.

§ Valid Driver's License.


Knowledge and Experience

§ Experience in Senior Care or related human services industry.

§ 1-year experience with the elderly required

§ Extensive knowledge of Suffolk County (Mattapan) and surrounding areas streets, neighborhoods and traffic patterns.

§ Vehicle scheduling, dispatching and office experience desired.


Core Competencies

  • Clear and concise oral and written communication skills
  • Planning and organizational ability
  • Ability to problem analysis, problem solving & adaptability
  • Attention to detail and ability to manage projects with minimal supervision.
  • Must possess superior customer service skills and the ability to communicate professionally and effectively with Management, co-workers, clients and vendors.


Working Conditions

§ Working hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 17:00pm, varying shifts

§ Overtime and some weekend work as needed

§ Might be required to drive vehicles as needed.

§ Be able to work in a fast pace environment

§ Be able to Pass FBI/DOJ background check

§ Pass pre-hire Drug and Alcohol test


Physical Requirements

§ May require sitting or standing for up to 4 hours

§ Position requires working in a seated position while operating computer, keyboard, mouse, phones and printers and filing of documents

§ Ability to use proper body mechanics

§ Be able to pass DOT Medical (minimum of 1 year)

§ Pass lift physical 50 lbs. lift test, 150 lbs. push and pull


Other Requirements

The client to whom you will be assigned to work requires COVID vaccinations, MMR, TDAP, and Influenza shot. Proof of vaccination card or status will be required to work on the program or site. The only exclusions at this time are a documented medical and/or religious exemption and must be approved by the client prior to being on-site to work.


Secure Transportation is and Affirmative Action/EEO employer.

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