Transportation Assistant

Company: Morrisville Auxiliary Corporation
Location: Morrisville
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

Secretaries, Administrative Assistants 43-6014JOB SUMMARYThe position of Transportation Administrative Assistant plays a key role in the Department as the first point of contact for students, faculty, staff and visitors. The Transportation Administrative Assistant provides a wide range of administrative and office activities for the Transportation Office. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSDisseminates information and instructions to drivers (e.g. schedules, route changes, road conditions, accidents, emergencies, etc.) or other situations that may impact scheduled transportation servicesEnsure that all routes are covered in a safe and efficient manner by maintaining a schedule and addressing conflicts as the arise (e.g. driver absenteeism, out-of-service vehicles, etc.) Compiles a variety of data (e.g. vehicle maintenance, passenger counts, mileage, etc.) for development of formal reports and conveying information in response to internal and external requests. Including but not limited to mandated requirements from various regulatory agenciesDispatches bus drivers for the purpose of meeting campus transportation requirements.Ensures that policies, procedures, and actions are followed accurately and at all times to enhance campus transportation operationsAnswers telephones and relays messages. Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (e.g. drivers, students, parents, campus personnel, etc.) in a professional manner. Maintains inventory of supplies for office, first aid, cleaning and minor bus maintenance.Responds to emergencies by collecting data and evaluating possible resolutions. Ensures all resolutions in accordance with company policies Assists in various duties as needed and/or in the absence of the Transportation Manager for the purpose of ensuring the effective and efficient operation of campus transportation servicesAssumes other projects or assignments as determined by the Transportation ManagerMay be requested to cover any area as needed at the discretion of the Transportation ManagerEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEHigh School diploma or equivalent requiredMust possess excellent verbal and written communication skillsMust be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and OutlookKnowledge of driver qualifications and regulations and experience in the transportation industry is preferred NYS Driver's License is requiredPHYSICAL CONDITIONS AND DEMANDSGeneral office conditions; must be able to sit for long periods of time; ability to hear with a low level of background noise; ability to access equipment at various levels; lift up to 30 lbs. PI154373090

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