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Centre County Government
Transportation Dispatcher/Scheduler
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What they do
A Scheduler or Operations Coordinator provides scheduling and logistical support for an office, company or organization. May specialize in scheduling required for production or for administrative work.
$54,375 / year median in Pennsylvania
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Position Overview:
To ensure daily transportation needs run safely, efficiently, and on time. Maintains automated scheduling system. Inputs data and communicates with clients regarding transportation needs. Under direction, schedules, coordinates, and monitors transportation as needed for Human Service Agency clients, the general public, and the disabled community.Essential Job Functions:
1. Schedules and coordinates transportation routes to ensure safety and efficiency. 2. Maintains computerized automated scheduling software "Ecolane" and inputting data into system. 3. Communicates with individuals regarding transportation needs. 4. Serves as a department resource regarding transportation services, responds to inquiries, and provides accurate information. 5. Utilizes two-way radio to communicate instructions to drivers for routine and emergency problems. 6. Types letters, reports, memos, and other documents with the department staff. 7. Sorts, copies, and/or files correspondence and documents with the department, including outside and interoffice mail. 8. Answers telephone and takes messages or transfers calls to proper individuals. 9. Greets and assists general public by taking or providing information, receiving payments, or directing them to proper locations. 10. Processes required department documents, forms, and reports as required. 11. Updates information to the computer database.Other Duties:
1. Operates computer, typewriter, adding machine, copier, and other office equipment as needed. 2. Maintains department files in an up-to-date manneras required. 3. Transports ambulatory and non-ambulatory passengers in County vehicles in a safe, reliable, and timely manner in an emergency situation. 4. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements to Perform theWork:
Education/Training Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED required.Work Experience:
Experience with Microsoft Windows, Word, and Excel preferred. Prior experience with scheduling preferred.Benefits Medical Benefits:
Capital Blue Cross Medical Insurance Health Savings Account Wellness program with wellness incentives Capital Blue Cross Vision Insurance United Concordia Dental Insurance with two optionsRetirement Benefits:
County Retirement Pension 5% minimum pre-tax contribution required, with the option of increasing your contribution over 5% up to 15%. Fully vested after 5 years of credited service Voluntary 457bDeferred Compensation Plans Military Time Buy Back Options Paid Time Off:
Vacation- Earn from 10 to 24 days annually based on years of service. Personal
- Earn 2 days annually. Sick
- Earn 1 day per month, with unused accumulation applying toward extended sick bank.
Paid County Holidays Paid Parental Leave Additional Benefits:
Group Life Insurance Plan- $20,000 life insurance provided. Education Assistance Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
- certain eligibility requirements must be met Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Account Voluntary Benefits
- Short
- and Long-Term Disability, Term and Whole Life Insurances, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Insurances, Pet Insurance.
SUPPORT/ISSUES WITH APPLYING
If you are having technology issues with the application process, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@centrecountypa.gov or 814-355-6748. Centre County Government is anEqual Opportunity Employer Pay:
$16.78- $19.