Transit Dispatcher: Dynamic Scheduling & Real-Time Ops

Dr. Mylissa's Medical Boutique; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dr. Mylissa's Medical Boutique is seeking an experienced Dispatcher to plan daily dispatching for bus operators, ensure timely service, and act as Radio Controller when needed.

The role emphasizes adherence to the labor agreement, coordination with field supervisors, and maintaining safety and customer service standards. The position includes monitoring schedules, adjusting plans in response to events, and ensuring high reliability of service while controlling overtime costs.

Responsibilities

• Develops a daily dispatch plan, based on availability of equipment and operators, and modifies the plan as conditions or events change during the day.
• Responsible for maintaining scheduled and unscheduled service at a rate greater than 99% of all schedules while minimizing additional costs of overtime.
• Possesses the knowledge and interpretation of the labor agreement in scheduling the extra board, making work assignments, and handling a wide variety of operational situations.
• Assists, coordinates, and provides radio contact for bus transportation supervisors in the field, and dispatch them as needed to respond to situations requiring supervisor’s presence.
• Verifies accuracy and functioning of time clocks, check vehicle/operator supplies, reviews daily schedules, and verifies bus operator’s medical card and driver license.
• Knows and follows the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to his or her job.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellent customer service.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance are required.

Job description

Dr. Mylissa's Medical Boutique is seeking an experienced Dispatcher to plan daily dispatching for bus operators, ensure timely service, and act as Radio Controller when needed.

The role emphasizes adherence to the labor agreement, coordination with field supervisors, and maintaining safety and customer service standards. The position includes monitoring schedules, adjusting plans in response to events, and ensuring high reliability of service while controlling overtime costs.