Dispatcher

The Job

Ride OMNITRANS to a satisfying career that lets you make a difference in the San Bernardino Valley. Omnitrans, provider of public mass transit for the San Bernardino Valley in Southern California is seeking a highly skilled professional to join our award-winning team. The ideal candidate hired will be under general direction, performs public transportation scheduling, routing, and dispatching duties; operates a variety of communication equipment, including two-way radio, telephone, computer mobile dispatch terminal and scheduling systems; creates, maintains and monitors driver schedules; responds to requests for service and provides a variety of information to Agency personnel; and serves as immediate reporting authority of Coach Operators.

Examples of Duties

Manage on-time dispatching of operators to ensure efficient delivery of scheduled service.

Reassigns buses and Coach Operators to cover emergencies and higher priority assignments when required.

Coordinates and dispatches all bus operator assignments for revenue service, special events, and emergency response; type and number of buses required for dispatch; determines operating status of buses and related equipment and their availability for dispatch.

Resolves day-to-day operating problems that arise, including, but not limited to, vehicle breakdowns, accidents, and missed or late routes. Makes appropriate decisions regarding restoring or maintaining service, using independent judgment.

Monitors Coach Operators to identify work performance and compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; recommends additional training, consultation and/or disciplinary action as it relates to observed performance.

Monitors and records system performance including timekeeping. Creates, prepares and maintains records and written reports.

Inputs general payroll information into the Computer Assisted Dispatch (CAD) system and verifies accuracy of data/information.

Recommends changes in transit schedules and routes as warranted.

Checks on and communicates with supervisors regarding stops and stations, terminals and line checks, employee performance and may provide to the Field Supervisor to assist with performance evaluations.

Communicates and reports all incidents and service-related issues to management in a timely and accurate manner.

Responsible for complying with all departmental work rules, policies, and procedures, as well as DMV and all State and Federal mandates as required.

Maintains, supports, and promotes a safe work environment while complying with all safety rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure the well-being of Omnitrans customers and employees.

Drives a bus over an assigned route and on a fixed schedule when necessary; collects fares and drives with due regard to safety and comfort of passengers and the maintenance of time schedules.

Enforces laws, regulations, agency and departmental policies. Recommends procedural modifications and plans for implementations as it relates to vehicle dispatching and related duties.

Issues, reviews, and accepts reports, forms, transfers, and equipment.

Provides vacation and temporary relief as required.

Monitors and evaluates work of others. Ensures policies and procedures are followed by all Operators.

The Requirements

One or more years experience in the operation of public transit buses comparable to those operated by the Agency, or some similar transit operation experience. Knowledge of Agency routes, schedules, and operating policies and regulations regarding operations, manpower, and vehicle dispatch. Computer Aided dispatch experience a plus. Completion of daily reports, consultations, and logs.

Working knowledge of: Routing and vehicle/manpower scheduling techniques; Two-way radio procedures and codes; Accident or incident dispatch response procedures; safety principles, practices, and regulations; Work performance monitoring techniques; Trapeze and Transitmaster systems; CA DMV traffic laws, CA and Federal hours of service regulations, safety standards for operators and coaches; Working with unions and enforcing MOUs.

Dispatch buses and coach operators, reroute and reschedule vehicles and manpower as necessary and in emergencies. Work effectively under stress, field and/or emergency situations. Operate radio equipment and use of ten code system. Receive, transmit, and record information clearly, accurately, and legibly. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Possession of or ability to obtain a valid California driver's license (Class A or B) with air brake and passenger endorsements and a valid Medical Examiner's Certificate. A safe driving record is required.

The Selection Process

Candidates will be screened for relevant qualifying experience that consists of an evaluation of education and experience. The most competitively qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the selection process. The selection process may include a combination of written, performance, and oral examinations. All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam, including a drug test, and a criminal background investigation, which will include Live Scan fingerprinting.

Benefits

As a leading employer in the San Bernardino Valley, we offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:

RETIREMENT: CalPERS Retirement Plan (2% at 62) 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

HEALTH BENEFITS (Medical, Dental & Vision coverage options for Employee and Family): Kaiser HMO Anthem HMO Liberty Dental DHMO Vision Service Plan (VSP)

PAID TIME OFF: Up to five (5) weeks vacation annually (determined by years of service with the Agency) Up to ninety (96) hours of sick leave annually Seven (7) paid holidays, plus two (2) floating holidays annually (represented employees) Ten (10) paid holidays for management/office personnel

ADDITIONAL: Alternative work schedule - 9/80 flex schedule (upon approval/department needs) Tuition Reimbursement Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - Health Care, Dependent Care Company paid life insurance for all full-time employees Long Term Disability Insurance (management only) EAP (Employee Assistance Program) Annual tool allowance (per union contract) Credit Unions