Dispatcher Jobs

Where: Washington, D.C. (Naval Research Laboratory)

Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt

Compensation: $24.00-$24.00/hour

Work Schedule: Full-time, Day Shift

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance, 11 paid holidays, up to 12 paid vacation days per year, paid sick leave, Verizon wireless discount, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a robust wellness program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full time employees.

Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, as well as our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Skookum is seeking a responsible and organized Dispatcher with a positive attitude. Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for building and shop cleanliness on a routine basis.
• Maintains a system of gathering information to update vehicle inventory, daily/monthly Motor Transport reports, and service records by ensuring that outgoing odometer mileage, destination, and estimated time of return, as well as return odometer mileage, return time, information from vehicle users, and other observable necessary maintenance and repair work are recorded
• Assigns vehicles to drivers to provide transportation for approved government business while insuring the efficient and effective use of vehicles and drivers.
• Monitors the actual release and return of vehicles to ascertain the current location and user of each vehicle by establishing and/or maintaining a standard system of recording the release of the vehicle to and the return of the vehicle from the user.
• Schedules servicing of vehicles including lubrication, oil and filter changes, body and engine repair, tires, necessary warranty work, and cleaning of vehicles to ensure efficient and sound operating condition.
• Ensures all vehicles/equipment checked out are in a clean, safe, and serviceable condition.

Qualifications

• Must have the skills and ability to utilize GPS tracking devices.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Must have excellent spatial and reasoning skills.
• Proficient in computer programs to include MS Word and Excel.
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• Minimum of three (3) years of military or DoD experience with a Transportation/Dispatcher background preferred.
• Must have knowledge of D.C. roads and in surrounding areas.

Requirements

• A valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with Passenger endorsement is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum’s insurance company.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.
• Candidate must meet federal guidelines to be considered for this position - Department of Transportation (DOT) pre-employment drug screening, medical examination certification, and cleared query with the FMCSA Clearinghouse is required.

To Apply: Visit our website at www.skookum.org to complete an application.

Current Employees need to log into their Workday to apply.

Attention CDL Drivers

If you already have a Commercial Driver's License and your position requires it, you will need to Register as part of the FMSCA Clearinghouse to complete the Background Check process.

Click HERE to visit the FMSCA DOT Clearinghouse for registration.

Click HERE for the guide provided by FMSCA on how to register.

If you've already registered, you will need to make sure to accept the Query when it is requested.

Skookum’s mission is “Creating opportunities for people with disabilities.”

Individuals With Disabilities Are Encouraged To Apply.

Skookum is here to help you with the recruitment process.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or email [email protected].

Skookum is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Skookum participates in E-Verify