Part Time Office Assistant

JOB OVERVIEW (1 or 2 sentences regarding purpose of job) The office assistant is responsible for providing professional, courteous, and efficient customer service while handling a high volume of incoming calls assisting callers with information, scheduling, and dispatching. This position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, patience, and ability to remain professional and helpful in a fast-paced environment while utilizing the DOTD STTARS scheduling and tracking software.

SPECIFIC TASKS, DUTIES, & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Answer and manage a high volume of incoming calls in a timely and professional manner
• Provide excellent customer service to callers, passengers, staff and the public
• Respond to questions, concerns, complaints, and requests while maintaining a professional attitude
• Follow established DOTD, city and department policies and procedures as well as customer service standards
• Stay informed of changes to DOTD and transit regulations
• Provide accurate information regarding services, schedules, policies, procedures and other operations
• Assist with scheduling, dispatching, cancellations, confirmations, and requests accurately
• Document calls, caller concerns, and service requests
• Maintain confidentiality of customer and department information
• Perform general office duties, including data entry, filing, copying, scanning, shredding and maintaining logs and records
• Prioritize multiple tasks and manage time effectively in busy environment
• Handle difficult situations in a calm and professional manner with referral to supervisor
• Assist with events held at transit department
• Intake fees for passenger transport
• Follow City of West Monroe and transit dress code
• Assist in keeping transit department clean and orderly
• Perform other duties as assigned WORKER REQUIREMENTS (education, certifications, experience, etc.) Education & Experience Preferred: Experience in transit operations Required: High school diploma or GED. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Knowledge of general office/clerical & computer skills Proficiency in Outlook and Microsoft Office Ability to learn STTARS software system Ability to multitask and work in fast-paced environment Ability to prepare accurate reports, maintain records, and complete documentation in a timely manner. Ability to communicate effectively with public, callers, transit drivers and supervisors Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality. Licenses & Certifications Required: Valid Louisiana driver's license. Ability to obtain and maintain any state, city or DOTD certifications HOURS/SCHEDULING This position is generally scheduled Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm for a maximum of 29 hours per week. Work times may vary depending on changes with other transit staff or work demands.