Employment Opportunities

Belding Dial-A-Ride is hiring for the position of Operations Manager

Belding Dial-A-Ride is a rural public transportation system that operates 5 small buses Monday – Friday, providing on-demand and paratransit service to the City of Belding. The Operations Manager provides direct supervision of drivers and dispatchers to ensure that transportation is being provided in an effective, safe, and cost-efficient manner. They are responsible for the daily operations of the transit and overall customer service. They are also responsible for meeting operating compliance and regulatory requirements.
OPERATIONAL DUTIES:

• Coordinates the dispatching and driving activities involved in daily transit operations.
• Prepares work schedules for drivers and dispatchers and arranges for replacements as necessary.
• Works with the drivers regarding vehicle maintenance needs. Tracks when services are needed and schedules accordingly. Track maintenance records.
• Prepares reports and invoices as directed.
• Count and verify daily deposits and bring them to the Finance Department.
• Code and track expenditures/revenue.
• Monitors work of trainees and experienced drivers and dispatch.
• In coordination with the Director, investigates infractions and counsels employees with discipline problems. Prepares and issues disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Monitors and evaluates existing services provided and recommends changes to the Director.
• Facilitate resolution of customer comments in a professional manner.
• Ensures compliance with Department of Transportation (MDOT) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Regulations.
• Oversees Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) coordination duties and provides eligibility determinations.
• May be responsible for responding to accidents.
• Required to be trained in reasonable suspicion and observe safety sensitive employees on a daily basis in conjunction with the drug & alcohol requirements.
• Supervise drivers and dispatchers and evaluates their performance.
• Supervises and arranges training programs.
• With the General Manager, develops dispatch and driver policies and procedures. Also assists with developing and planning new routes and services.
• Know and apply the Labor agreement, work rules, policies, and procedures.
• Able to multi-task by assisting dispatch when shorthanded, by answering dispatch center telephones and other communication devices promptly and professionally.
• Work proactively and maintain positive relationships with administrative personnel.
• Must be available to travel for meetings and training with some overnight stays.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Belding Dial-A-Ride is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• High school graduation, preferably supplemented by college courses in business management and/or supervisory related areas.
• Transit experience is preferred or other operations management experience.
• Must have valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to supervise, train and motivate personnel.
• Must have strong computer skills.
• Must complete Reasonable Suspicion/Post Accident FTA Testing Training.
• Must submit to pre-employment and random drug & alcohol testing.

• $18 - $22 per hour based on qualifications
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Insurance
• Retirement benefits

Reserve Police Officer

The Belding Police Department Reserve Unit is accepting applications for the position of a Reserve Police Officer until filled. This is an unpaid, volunteer, noncertified position. Prospective applicants must be at least 21 years of age, have no criminal convictions, and a clear driving record. The applicant must be able to obtain a Concealed Pistol License and successfully complete Reserve Officer Training. A thorough background and criminal history will be conducted on all applicants. The Belding Police Reserve program is a valuable asset to the Belding Police Department and the community. The Belding Police Reserves provide security at school functions, athletic events, and community programs. The Reserve officers also ride along with sworn officers for extra assistance during high service periods.

Applicants are asked to submit a resume to the Belding Police Department, 120 S. Pleasant St. Belding, MI 48809. No resumes or questions will be answered via Facebook. Any questions please contact Sgt. Breann Burns at beldingpolicereserves@gmail.com.

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