Operations Supervisor

The supervisor/dispatcher monitors daily transportation activities via two-way radio, telephone, computer programs, and person-to-person to ensure the transportation of passengers is performed within the set scheduled time.

• Receive calls from operators, determine the location and nature of an emergency, handling incidents/accidents, customer complaints, report writing, and/or police as deemed necessary, and
• Must be able to maintain professional standards and attitudes when obscene language is directed at them
• Must have the ability to evaluate information and consider numerous factors in determining the appropriate response
• Must have the ability to interpret and/or apply the work rules when necessary
• Must be able to monitor emergency alarms from buses and enter, update and retrieve a variety of information from computer systems
• Must have hand/eye coordination sufficient to operate and view multiple monitors, a computer keyboard, and radios in rapid succession or even simultaneously
• Use computer aided dispatching system
• Visually assess drivers to make proper judgment decisions
  Other job-related duties may be assigned in keeping with the goals and objectives of CARTA

• High School Diploma or equivalent, such as GED
• CDL Class B with air brake and passenger endorsement

• Good written and oral communication skills
• Thorough knowledge of all CARTA routes/schedules, service area, work rules, Code of Conduct and Policies and Procedures of CARTA
• Familiarity with Laws/regulations associated with the safe operations of transit vehicles
• Ability to exercise judgement and creativity in making decisions
  
  Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software
• Ability to learn other software programs utilized by CARTA
• Ability to organize and perform work efficiently, strong attention to details

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: CARTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. We are committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees