Position Overview & Specifications

Join the dynamic team at Vivalon as we grow in Northern CA. Vivalon has been voted the best non-profit in Marin for 2022. Also recognized as one of the Best Places to work in the North Bay, we offer a dynamic team-oriented environment where we get to make a positive impact on people’s lives every day.

We are looking to hire a full-time Dispatcher. The dispatcheris responsible for the dispatch of assigned transportation contracts and services. The dispatcher may have responsibility for working more than one contract. Larger contracts are described below; additional current and future contracts will be assigned according to business needs. This position is safety sensitive and subject to our drug and alcohol testing program.

Qualifications:

Experience in a scheduling, dispatch, or equivalent environment; transportation experience is desired.
Working knowledge of scheduling and dispatch software (or equivalent) as well as dispatch procedures is desired.
Able to provide leadership and direction for co-workers as needed.
Able to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures and federal, state, and local regulations.
Able to skillfully assess client needs, driver availability, and traffic and routing issues in providing direction and instruction to drivers in real-time.
Able to apply good judgment in a fast-paced and quickly-changing environment, while managing multiple tasks, coordinating between multiple individuals, and maintaining a high standard of accuracy.
Demonstrated ability: to establish and maintain positive relationships with customers, clients, coworkers, and the public; work cooperatively with others and productively resolve conflict.
Excellent customer service and communication skills, including pleasant, professional telephone and interpersonal manner.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion, and demonstrate good judgment.
Basic computer skills, including Word and Excel, and database experience.
Obtain and maintain a familiarity with the service area.
High School degree or equivalent.
Submit to a background check and fingerprinting and upon hire demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States.

Compensation and Benefits

$20 - $24/hour depending on experience.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, life, retirement, paid time off and holidays, and more.

Vivalon is an equal-opportunity employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

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