Two years in customer service solving problems and giving direction.
2 years of fixed route bus dispatch experience or similar experience outside of UTA, with experience in solving problems and giving direction, or 1 year experience as a Dispatcher in either the Emergency and Public Safety or Fixed Route Bus Operations functions at UTA specifically.
2 years of Emergency or Public Safety Dispatch experience or similar experience, with experience in solving problems and giving direction, or 1 year experience as a Dispatcher in either the Emergency and Public Safety or Fixed Route Bus Operations functions at UTA specifically.
Able to orient yourself using a mapping system and can give instruction to drivers.
Vehicle maintenance familiarity and experience dealing with vehicle related issues.
Strong knowledge of all police required training, procedures, methods, certifications, and core competencies.
Strong understanding and able to interpret Utah Criminal Code, BCI / UCJIS manuals, and maps.
You must be willing to work nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Have no convictions for a civil or criminal offense involving dishonesty, unlawful sexual conduct, physical violence to include domestic violence, DUI, or unlawful sale or possession of a controlled substance within the past 5 years.
As a Public Transit Organization, UTA is required to conduct background screening on all applicants we offer employment. This background screening will include a criminal background check and FTA drug and alcohol screening.
Because this position works directly with Law Enforcement, employment may be contingent on passing a more comprehensive background investigation, including:
* Psychological testing
* Social Media review
* In person reference and acquaintance interview
* Prior employment history
* Motor vehicle history investigation
* BCI Criminal History
All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drug and alcohol use.
All safety sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.
An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
