Logistics Dispatcher & Route Coordinator

Mississippi Department of Employment Security; Carthage (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi Department of Employment Security is seeking a Dispatcher to coordinate with customers, provide precise logistics for drivers, and manage delivery timing to keep operations flowing smoothly. You will help ensure schedules meet priorities and information is accurately transmitted.

You will receive calls, dispatch field units, monitor routes, and use radio, phone or computer to coordinate crews and deliveries while maintaining clear records of activities and updates.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• HS Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must pass a drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Receive emergency and non-emergency calls and record significant information
• Address problems and requests by transmitting information or providing solutions
• Receive and dispatch orders for products or deliveries
• Prioritize calls according to urgency and importance
• Use radio, phone or computer to send crews, vehicles or other field units to appropriate locations
• Monitor the route and status of field units to coordinate and prioritize their schedule
• Provide field units with information about orders, traffic, obstacles and requirements
• Enter data in computer system and maintain logs and records of calls, activities and other information

Job description

Mississippi Department of Employment Security is seeking a Dispatcher to coordinate with customers, provide precise logistics for drivers, and manage delivery timing to keep operations flowing smoothly. You will help ensure schedules meet priorities and information is accurately transmitted.

You will receive calls, dispatch field units, monitor routes, and use radio, phone or computer to coordinate crews and deliveries while maintaining clear records of activities and updates.