Dispatcher

Dispatcher

Full-time

Pay: Starting at $ 18.00 Hr.

Hours: 8 Hour shift Monday through Friday

The Lowcountry Regional Transit Authority proudly serves Beaufort, Jasper, Colleton, Hampton and Allendale counties. We operate 11daily commuter routes, 2 weekday fixed routes in Bluffton and Walterboro and one seasonal Hilton Head Island Trolley.

Responsible for:

• Dispatching of vehicle operators and equipment
• Coordinating with the public for same day transportation services
• Communicating with vehicle operators regarding directions, emergencies, vehicle incidents
• Public relations- ensuring safe, reliable, on time professional transit services are provided to the customer.
• Monitoring traffic reports and conditions 
• Answering the telephone and providing route information.
• Documents no-shows, delays in service and driver no-shows

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class B Commercial driver's license with passenger endorsement
• Clean driving record
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft word and Excel
• One to three years’ experience in transportation, dispatching or scheduling preferred
• Ability to work under pressure
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED