Overview
Dispatcher Jobs in Prairie Village, Johnson, KS at Chief of Staff KC
Chief of Staff is seeking 2 candidates for a client of ours within the Johnson County area. If you excel in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and enjoy being part of a highly rewarded team, this position may be for you!
Job Description
The Dispatcher position coordinates the logistics between customer shipment needs and available drivers. This position is responsible for the day-to-day effective operation of the fleet, working with the account coordinators + management + a team of drivers to execute specific operational needs to deliver exceptional service to the customers. This position requires exceptional communication skills, ability to multitask, critical thinking skills, and coordination skills.
Role & Responsibility
Assign and plan customer shipments
Make adjustments to assignments based on driver/equipment availability, customer schedules, driver schedules and needs
Build quality driver relationships through the understanding of meeting the needs of the driver while weighing the expectations of the customer
Track fleet performance
Schedule company equipment for repair and preventative maintenance
Skills Needed
Understand DOT regulations and hours of service rules
Ability to problem solve + diffuse situations
Find solutions/efficiency to increase utilization of the equipment and driver hours
Make decisions balancing needs of the customer, company and driver
Multi-task high volume of phone calls, emails, conversations with customers, drivers and teammates
Data Entry/tracking/updating in online portal systems
High attention to detail
Organizational skills
Minimum Requirements
Associate’s degree, Bachelors Preferred
Knowledge of logistics transportation operations is required
Must have experience within the freight industry
Knowledge of truck transportation is required
2 years of OTR trucking/transportation operations experience
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Expert proficiency with Microsoft products, software systems and internet navigation
Ability to multi-task and utilize time management skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to track communications across a multi-task environment
Occasional after-hours availability as issues/needs arise
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,000.00 – $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Title: Dispatcher
Company: Chief of Staff KC
Location: Prairie Village, Johnson, KS
