Marine Comm Coordinator I ​/ II - Dispatcher

Job Description
- Marine Comm Coordinator I / II
- Dispatcher (2601826)

Job Description

Marine Comm Coordinator I / II
- Dispatcher - ( 2601826 )

Position Information

Are you looking for a career in marine operations, transportation safety, dispatch coordination, or emergency response? Join our team as a Dispatcher, Marine Communications Coordinator I / II, where you'll play a critical role in public communication, ferry operations, and emergency coordination. In this fast paced maritime environment, you'll assist with operational scheduling, support administrative and maintenance needs, manage priority boarding for emergency vehicles, and coordinate after hours logistics for equipment, parts, and supplies.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with experience in public safety communications, marine transportation, customer service, or mission critical operations who want a stable, meaningful role with growth opportunities and hands on involvement in keeping ferry services running safely and efficiently.

• Marine Communications Coordinator I : $35,439 - $52,388
• Marine Communications Coordinator II : $38,976 - $58,045

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at:
Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit:
Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Performs as marine communications coordinator for a marine unit transporting crew members, public vehicles and passengers. Work requires frequent contact with private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

• Answers public inquiries and provides ferry schedule information.
• Coordinates emergency responses with local, county, state, and federal agencies.
• Assists with ferry operational and maintenance coordination.
• Coordinates priority boarding for emergency and authorized vehicles.
• Maintains continuous communication with operational ferries using VHF-FM marine radio systems.
• Operates traffic control systems, signs, signals, and barricades.
• Maintains operational logs and activity records.
• Coordinates after-hours delivery of supplies, repair parts, and equipment.
• Performs ferryboat deckhand duties as needed.
• Transmits and receives routine and emergency communications.
• Other duties as assigned

In addition to MMC I duties, the MMC II may:

• Assists in coordinating traffic control activities with local law enforcement agencies.
• Assists in overseeing priority vehicle boarding operations.
• Assists in monitoring physical security inspections of ferry facilities and vessels.
• Assists in monitoring employee arrivals and departures.
• Assists in overseeing radio, landline, and communications systems.
• Assists in coordinating passenger and vehicle flow through ferry operations.
• Coordinates administrative and maintenance requirements for ferry vessels.

Supports operational readiness and communications reliability.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience Marine Communications Coordinator I: 1 year experience in marine operations, including radio communications. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
Experience Marine…