Dispatcher, Sr. coordinates drivers and vehicles to convey freight or passengers to assigned destinations in a timely and efficient manner. Maintains contact with drivers to communicate updates, delays, or special instructions and relay delivery status to customers. Being a Dispatcher, Sr. records driver assignments, delivery time, and other transportation data in a computer database to track metrics. Ensures drivers are compliant with all DOT, state, local, and company regulations. Additionally, Dispatcher, Sr. requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Dispatcher, Sr. works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Dispatcher, Sr. typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
PRIMARY OBJECTIVE OF POSITION: Under general supervision, performs work in a dispatch center and receives emergency and non-emergency requests for response via radio, telephone, computer-aided dispatch systems, for emergency personnel or other agency services and transmits such requests for service to appropriate personnel; Work varies somewhat exercising individual judgment within prescribed procedures; Interpretive judgment may be required.
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CLASS TITLE: Communications Officer (continued)
SUPERVISION - RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS: None (May supervise a trainee)
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
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