Dispatcher jobs in District of Columbia

Dispatcher coordinates drivers and vehicles to convey freight or passengers to assigned destinations in a timely and efficient manner. Maintains contact with drivers to communicate updates, delays, or special instructions and relay delivery status to customers. Being a Dispatcher records driver assignments, delivery time, and other transportation data in a computer database to track metrics. Ensures drivers are compliant with all DOT, state, local, and company regulations. Additionally, Dispatcher requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Dispatcher works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Dispatcher typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Dispatcher
  • AMR
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • More Information about this Job

     

    Dispatcher

     

    IMMEDIATE HIRING! Dispatch FULL-TIME Opportunity

     

    We’re hiring Dispatchers that will respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for ambulance and transportation services. This person assigns and routes transportation requests and can provide clear communication in all situations to ensure quality support and care to our customers.

     

    Responsibilities:

    • Dispatchers will proficiently monitor and respond to calls and emails using established call handling time leveraging the communication and information management system to deliver excellent customer support to providers, facilities and member representatives.
    • Use appropriate methods to schedule, assign, review and route transportation requests.
    • Clearly document communications following protocols and processes, and properly identify and escalate issues as necessary.
    • Effectively communicate trip data including confirmations, routing time, issues and performance.
    • Dispatchers will work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow coworkers.
    • Successful Dispatchers will demonstrate organization, multitasking and time management skills.

     

    Minimum Required Qualifications:

    • High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
    • Some work experience, preferably in dispatch or routing calls in customer service

    Why Choose AMR? AMR is one of Global Medical Response’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com. Learn how our values are at the core of our services and vital to how we approach care, and check out our comprehensive benefit options at GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.

    EEO Statement

    Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

  • 24 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • United Planning Organization
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • The United Planning Organization (UPO) is the designated Community Action Agency for Washington, District of Columbia, and has served the residents of the District since 1962. Our Vision for the futur...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Aircraft Services Planner and Dispatcher
  • ABM US
  • Dulles, DC FULL_TIME
  • General Responsibilities: Cabin Dispatcher/Planner will receive orders via telephone, enters information into computer system or manual orders. May give general information over the phone to clients/c...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Maximo Clerk and Dispatcher
  • The Tatitlek Corporation
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Overview: The Maximo Clerk uses some subject-matter knowledge and judgment to complete assignments consisting of numerous steps varying in nature and sequence. The Maximo Clerk selects from alternativ...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Maximo Clerk and Dispatcher
  • Tatitlek Corporation
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • Maximo Clerk and Dispatcher Job Locations US-Washington ID 2024-1720 Category Administrative/Clerical Position Type Regular Full-Time Overview The Maximo Clerk uses some subject-matter knowledge and j...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Service Order Dispatcher (SW5)
  • EMCOR Group Inc. Website
  • Washington, DC FULL_TIME
  • About Us: EMCOR Government Services offers an experienced single-source solution for meeting the routine and mission-critical needs of federal, state, local and other government organizations. By comb...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Transportation Dispatcher
  • KLLM Transport Services, LLC.
  • Jackson, MS
  • Job Description Job Description Job Duties and Responsibilities: This position will perform a variety of administrative ...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dispatcher
  • Manpower
  • Stockton, CA
  • Dispatcher Admin (Night Shift) Stockton, CA $21 an hour Responsible for the daily/weekly maintaining of pallet tracking ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Transportation Dispatcher
  • G&D Integrated Distribution, Inc
  • Morton, WA
  • ** G&D Integrated** ** Transportation Dispatcher** Morton, IL 61550 **Job Summary** Join a winning team and become a Tra...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Transportation Dispatcher
  • EMR USA Metal Recycling
  • Dallas, TX
  • Transportation Dispatcher Dallas, TX, USA Req #879 Wednesday, March 27, 2024 About Us: EMR is one of the world’s leading...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dispatcher
  • CoachUSA
  • Hanover, MD
  • Dispatcher/Operations Full-Time Location: Hanover, MD Compensation: $16.00-$18.00 hourly Apply now! Looking for a new an...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dispatcher - Security Dispatch - Evenings / Weekends
  • Sanford Health
  • Fargo, ND
  • Create Your Career With Us! Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in th...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Transportation Dispatcher
  • Floor & Decor
  • Bloomingdale, GA
  • ** Transportation Dispatcher** * Bloomingdale, Georgia, 31312 PURPOSE This position is responsible for the effective dai...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Transportation Dispatcher
  • Comprehensive Logistics Co Inc
  • ** Transportation Dispatcher** **Job Category****:** CLI Jobs **Requisition Number****:** TRANS02651 Showing 1 location ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...
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Income Estimation for Dispatcher jobs
$46,477 to $63,263

Dispatcher in Riverside, CA
To become a police dispatcher, start by earning a high school diploma or a GED certificate since most police departments require this for dispatcher positions.
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Dispatcher in Mobile, AL
Joint Aviation Authorities (JAR) OPS 1 did mandate the use of an operational control system with flight dispatchers/joint responsibility/flight watch.
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Dispatcher in Sioux City, IA
California POST does not have a waiver process for dispatchers.
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