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Our transportation company is looking for a dispatcher/bookkeeper to be responsible for handling clerical tasks in our office. You will be handling incoming phone calls and other communications, booking loads and other dispatch services, greeting clients and visitors, as well as managing files, updating paperwork and other documents, and performing other general office clerk duties and errands.
In order for you to be selected as a candidate, you will need the ability to write clearly and be proficient with word processing applications. A pleasing personality with strong communication skills is also highly valued. Experience with the trucking industry is an asset.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own transportation
- Valid driver's licence
Additional Skills
- Delegate work to office support staff
- Maintain inventory and budgetary controls
Specific Skills
- Ensure procedures are followed
- Ensure deadlines are met
- Co-ordinate and plan for office services such as accommodation, relocation, equipment, supplies, forms, disposal of assets and parking
- Carry out administrative activities of establishment
- Prepare periodic and special reports, manuals and correspondence
- Review, evaluate and implement new administrative procedures
- Oversee and co-ordinate office administrative procedures
Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities
- Fast-paced environment
- Work under pressure
- Tight deadlines
- Repetitive tasks
Security and Safety
- Basic security clearance
Own Tools/Equipment
- Office equipment and supplies
- Computer
- Printer
- Internet access
Business Equipment and Computer Applications
- Windows
- Word processing software
- Spreadsheet software
- General office equipment
- Accounting software
- Electronic mail