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DISPATCH COORDINATOR (P7-08)
OCCUPATION CODE: 2150-0011
BARGAINING UNIT QUALIFICATION STANDARD

 
DISPATCH COORDINATOR
 
DOCUMENT DATE: July 15, 2023
 
FUNCTION:
 
Coordinates arrivals and departures and ensures adherence to dispatch schedule, to ensure transportation is available in accordance with the operational plan. Works with mail processing to facilitate timely loading, unloading and dispatch of trips. Submits financial documentation for transportation to ensure accurate and timely payment to HCR suppliers.
 
DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
 
See the Standard Position Description for the Occupation Code given above.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
 
This section is composed of Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) which are required to satisfactorily perform the tasks of the position. Applicants must demonstrate that they possess a sufficient level of each KSA, to include at least minimum competency for senior-qualified positions to enable them to perform these tasks satisfactorily. Applicants demonstrate these levels by describing examples of experience, education, or training, any of which may be non-postal. Ratings are based on the demonstration of the level of possession of each of the KSAs. Failure to demonstrate any KSA is disqualifying.
 
1. Knowledge of dispatch schedules and dock operations sufficient to coordinate arrivals and departures.
 
2. Knowledge of safety requirements and regulations of dock and yard operations at a level sufficient to conduct safety compliance reviews and yard checks.
 
3. Ability to work without immediate supervision.
 
4. Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
 
5. Ability to operate computer equipment.
 
6. Ability to personally resolve problems of a routine nature.
 
7. Ability to understand and comply with written and verbal instructions and give understandable information in verbal and written form.
 
8. Ability to work with others.
 
9. Ability to schedule work, either materials or people.
 
EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS:
 
Applicants must successfully complete the Virtual Entry Assessment (VEA) - Mail Processing (MP) 476.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
 
Applicants must be able to perform the physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Doc Date: 07/196/2023   Occ Code: 2150-0011