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Unique ID:
#6390
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Price:
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Location:
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Posted on:
18th of May 2015 at 5:59 PM
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Expires in:
Expired
WeDriveU, a transportation management and staffing company operating in the U.S. and Canada, is currently seeking a dynamic Program Director to oversee a University’s on-campus Transit Program Dispatch Center. As the Director, you would be directly responsible for the entire Dispatch Center operations. You will have a support staff consisting of administrative and reporting personnel as well as a team of approximately 10 dispatchers. You will also be the on-site contact for University management and will work directly with the transportation vendors.
This position will be based in Palo Alto, CA.
Primary Responsibilities Include:
• Oversee day-to-day operation of dispatch
• Ensure staff comply with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules, union contracts (vendors), environmental policies or government regulations
• Direct investigations to verify and resolve any rider complaints/feedback
• Review and approve payroll for all staff working on the project as well as monthly invoices
• Hire and train new dispatchers as needed
• Collaborate with other vendors and University staff to understand trends, best practices and recommend modifications to routes and schedules
• Provide ongoing training and support to dispatchers
• Understand Client challenges/needs, search and analyze potential solutions and present to client. Implement solutions in a timely and cost effective manner.
Required Skills/Experience:
• 5+ years of previous management experience required (previous dispatch or relevant experience preferred)
• Candidate must be extremely organized and able to multi-task at the highest level to be successful
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and assist wherever needed
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (advanced excel knowledge a plus)
• Transportation industry experience a plus
• BA required (MBA a plus)
Ultimately, this position requires a very dynamic individual that is looking for a fast paced and rapidly changing environment. You will be required to wear many hats and remain flexible in all aspects of the project. This position is a tremendous opportunity and we are looking for candidates that are excited to join our company and looking for a chance to be an integral part of successful team. Competitive salary, medical benefits and 401K offered.
Please go to www.wedriveu.com to learn more about the company before applying. If you feel you would be a great fit for our team, please reply with a resume along with salary expectations and a cover letter of why you believe you are the right candidate for the job. Resumes received without a cover letter and salary expectations will not be considered.
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