Transit Dispatcher

Job Description

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Transit Dispatcher

Starting Pay: $21.65

Join the City of Fredericksburg, named by Southern Living as one of the best small towns in the South, as a Full-Time Transit Dispatcher. This role is essential to ensuring smooth transit operations for our vibrant community.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage transit dispatch operations, including scheduling, routing, and dispatching

Operate communication equipment: two-way radio, telephone, CAD/AVL systems, computer mobile dispatch terminal, and scheduling systems

Create, maintain, and monitor computerized driver manifests and schedules

Respond to service requests and provide information to passengers and the public

Deliver excellent customer service, both internally and externally

Oversee transit operation safety and schedule adherence

Assist transit operators as needed

Work independently with minimal supervisionQualifications:

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Bus driver training and a minimum of 1-year experience driving a commercial or passenger vehicle

Experience in transit dispatch or a combination of relevant education, training, and experience

Availability to work weekends

Ability to pass a DOT physical examination, criminal record check, and physical abilities testing

Compliance with post-hiring random drug testing as per Department of Transportation requirementsBenefits:

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

Opportunity to work with a knowledgeable and energetic team

Commitment to the City’s Core Values and community growthApplication Details:

Position open until filled

Submit completed City Applications by 11:59 pm on May 15, 2025Come be part of a knowledgeable and amazing work team committed to excellence in serving a thriving and growing community and the commitment to City’s Core Values. The City is a member of the Virginia Retirement System and offers competitive health, dental and vision insurance as well as generous vacation/sick leave benefits and 13 paid holidays a year.

The City of Fredericksburg provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

City of Fredericksburg

Human Resources Department

715 Princess Anne Street, Room 207

Fredericksburg, VA 22401

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