The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities. We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives.

JOB TITLE:

Transit Dispatcher

JOB PURPOSE:

Provide dispatch support services for a variety of Transit Operations.

TRANSIT DETAILS:

Paratransit: provides complementary ADA transportation for those with disabilities.

Hours of operations: Monday - Friday 5:45am - 11:00pm

UW Roundup: provides fixed route bus service.

• UW Roundup & Paratransit operate simultaneously.

SafeRide: provides alternate night and weekend public transportation

Hours of operations:

• Monday - Saturday 9:30pm - 2:30am
• Saturday & Sunday 9:30am - 10:30pm

Scheduling:

• Ideal position for college students or those needing flexibility in scheduling
• Employees can work one or both services
• Scheduling is based on an availability matrix and is discussed in the interview

Pay: $12.60 - $13.60/hr, depending on service hours

• Competitive pay raises
• Paid training

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or GED

Other requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the .
• Must be able to comply with the University Drug & Alcohol Policy.
  • Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening. Random drug and/or alcohol screenings will be required and will occur on scheduled shifts.
• Pass required background check

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with computers
• Ability to multitask and handle different tasks at once.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Desired, but not required: Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) that is compliant with the .

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Quickly and accurately obtain and disseminate information from phone and radio communications simultaneously.
  • Answer/respond to phone calls & email messages from customers
  • Relay information to drivers by means of mobile radio communication.
• Make multiple entries into a computerized dispatch system and/or other electronic software.
  • Schedule rides for passengers and dispatch drivers to those calls for service.
  • Assign equipment and vehicles to drivers
  • Document information received from riders, drivers, & supervisors.
• Deposit daily fares
• Other administrative duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to Learn
• Adaptability
• Attention to Detail
• Consistency
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Decisiveness

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application: cover letter, resume or C.V. and contact information for three work-related references.

Applicants must provide an availability matrix for the summer or fall semester. Email Craig Sorensen at craig.sorensen@uwyo.edu to request the availability matrix be sent to you for completion or send your class schedule if you are a student.

HIRING STATEMENT:

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email .

ABOUT LARAMIE:

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