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Transit Scheduler I

Southwest Iowa Planning Council is seeking to fill a position of Transit Scheduler I for Southwest Iowa Transit Agency (SWITA).  This is a full-time position that primarily works with clients over the phone to schedule trips.  A successful candidate will have demonstrated experience working with the public in a fast paced working environment.  Individuals with experience working with elderly and disabled populations are encouraged to apply.  The job comes with an excellent benefits package which includes health insurance and IPERS.

Job Duties:

• Answer transportation department phones
• Utilize transit management software to schedule and assign trips
• Communicate client transportation needs to drivers
• Data entry/verification of driver entered data
• Perform other related duties as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the transit system

Minimum job requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Excellent customer service skills
• Preferably at least 5 years experience working in an office setting.
• Must have good communication skills with drivers, customers and office personnel
• Strong computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Individuals may contact Administrative Services Director, Daurine Petersen, at 712-243-4196 with questions. 

Apply online or send your cover letter, resume, three professional references, SWIPCO application form and EEO identification form to 1501 SW 7^th Street, Atlantic, IA 50022, or email to daurine.petersen@swipco.org.  Starting wage is $17.50 per hour, M-F, 8am to 5pm. 

SWIPCO is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender

Drivers

Region Wide Drivers:

Southwest Iowa Transit Agency (SWITA) is seeking a part-time drivers in the region for a number of shifts. Applicant must possess or be willing to acquire a commercial driver’s license class C with passenger endorsement (SWITA will assist with ELDT and  drive test), and enjoy working with the public. Starting wage is $16.25 per hour plus IPERS and PTO. Applicant must be able to obtain a CDL Medical Exam and pass a DOT pre-employment drug screen.

For questions contact Daurine Petersen at 800-842-8065. Please apply online or send the application below to SWITA, Attn: Daurine, 1501 SW 7th St., Atlantic, Iowa, 50022 or email to daurine.petersen@swipco.org.

SWIPCO is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.  

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