Adminitsrative Assistant/Dispatcher

Published: 6/14/2022

Job Description

Characteristics of Work

This position is responsible for providing overall secretary/clerical support for the Transportation Program. The incumbent will also be responsible for the overall dispatching functions between the transportation office and the Transit Drivers in accordance with applicable guidelines and regulations of the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT).

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the Agency.

Communicating and Guiding

Answers incoming calls, exercising tact and professional decorum during conversations with callers.

Type letters, memos, reports, and other documents as may be provided, using skill and judgment in the composition of the final form and preparation thereof.

Establishes and maintains the necessary files to support the activities of the Transportation Director in an orderly, efficient, and timely manner and maintains confidentiality of proprietary information and files.

Establishes and maintains effective work relationships with the community and organizations.

Provides the Transportation Director and/or Transit Drivers with a list of riders daily.

Maintains and submits required monthly reports to the Transportation Director.

Additional Responsibilities

Attends all required staff meetings and performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Applicant must submit to and pass drug screening tests as outlined by Hinds County Human Resource Agency's Personnel Policies and Procedures.

Agency Statement

Hinds County Human Resource Agency will provide reasonable accommodations for any known disability that an otherwise qualified employee might have to assist the employee in performing essential job duties, provided that these accommodations do not result in an undue hardship for the Agency. This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards for the position. Incumbents may be required to follow instructions and perform other related duties required by their supervisor.

Acknowledgment

I certify by my signature below that I have read and understand the above responsibilities.