What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Dispatcher position at AAA Washington?
TEMPORARY DISPATCHER
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
This role is responsible for providing customer service by dispatching appropriate emergency services through fleet and contractor stations.
For the training period the work schedule will include only shifts between 8:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. After completing training, the role will have various shift times, with some ending as late as 11:30 p.m. The typical work schedule is for 5 consecutive days each week, with two consecutive days off.
This is a 90-day temporary position with the opportunity to convert to full-time. This is a hybrid position.
WHO WE ARE:
At AAA Washington, we equip our members with trusted service and expertise to confidently travel through life. We provide our members with best-in-class roadside assistance, discounts and rewards, travel services and insurance. For nearly 120 years, we’ve served our members, not shareholders, so our growth supports innovation for the Club today and for the future. Seeking to reflect the communities we serve and create an inclusive culture, we encourage employees to bring their full self to work and support applicants from all backgrounds, abilities and walks of life to apply.
WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING AT AAA WASHINGTON:
You’ll play an important role in bringing AAA Washington’s spirit of service and peace of mind to our membership. Consistently ranked as one of the Best Places to Work by Puget Sound Business Journal, we aim for work-life balance across the organization. We support hybrid and remote work options for many positions based in our corporate office (Bellevue, Washington) along with some of the best benefits in the region!
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collaborate with the dispatch team to assign emergency road service calls.
Maximize customer service delivery by prioritizing workload and monitoring outstanding dispatch calls to ensure the most efficient and effective use of all contractor and fleet resources.
Oversee the service request to completion, including updating members throughout the call, collaborating with the contractor for troubleshooting, status updates, assigning trouble codes, and call information.
Provide accurate terms and conditions for emergency road services and exercise discretion during the call, resolving requests issues in a timely and professional manner.
Ensure accuracy on emergency road service calls to facilitate the correct equipment being dispatched to assist members and that calls are being coded and closed accurately.
Submit coaching opportunities for CSR’s and Dispatchers, service reports for contractors.
Contributes to a positive team dynamic through respectful interactions, positive contributions, and active collaboration to achieve department and organizational goals.
Incorporates AAA’s vision, mission and values in day-to-day activities and behaviors; guides and motivates others to remain committed to AAA’s vision mission and values.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
None
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or GED
2 years’ experience in customer service or dispatch industry
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
Competent in Microsoft Office, dispatching systems, and navigating the internet.
Ability to understand Washington state road systems and read maps.
Knowledgeable of de-escalation techniques, such as empathy and compassion, to meet the needs of members in times of stress.
Ability to adjust style and approach to suit situations that involve rapidly changing tasks, shifting priorities, and simultaneous demands.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing, including effective use of listening skills.
Skilled in working independently, prioritizing assignments, and following through on assignments with minimal direction.
Ability to make timely and sound decisions and convey the necessary authority and confidence in all interactions.
Skilled in handling urgent situations professionally and willing to take extra measures when solving problems.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Skilled in establishing rapport and gaining the trust of others.
SALARY:
The salary range for this role is $23.05 - $27.07 and is based on experience.
BENEFITS WE OFFER:
Free Premier RV AAA Washington Membership
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work from home with in office requirements
The physical environment is typical of a standard office space. It requires the employee to work inside for the duration of work. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, sitting for more than 50% of the time. This position will require occasionally moving about inside the office to access equipment, cabinets, etc. May work around office equipment which could be noisy, such as copiers and fax machines.
OTHER:
• Equipment used: Computer and proprietary dispatch technologies
• Travel: Rarely Travel To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
DISCLAIMER: Position/Job characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Salary : $23 - $27