Local Dispatcher

The Local Dispatcher is responsible for coordinating, communicating and directing the local fleet of Class A CDL to meet the needs of the business, while troubleshooting driver problems, traffic issues, mechanical failures and also communicating the outcomes to the appropriate parties.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Develop, administer, coordinate and manage the pickup and deliveries for our local WI fleet of trucks.  * Use independent discretion to prioritize job responsibilities to meet aggressive deadlines. * Continually monitor load requests noting location for pick-up, delivery locations, pick-up dates and required delivery dates/times. * Identify, evaluate and facilitate special pickup and delivery needs. * Ensure consistent application and compliance of DOT regulations and hours of service. * Facilitate the customer’s delivery objectives in a timely and effective manner through constant and direct communication with the drivers, load planners and other depts. across the platform as needed. * Assist delivery services as needed for tracking of pickup and deliveries.    JOB REQUIREMENTS Appropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on an equivalent basis   Education:  High School Diploma or equivalent    Experience:  One + years in a transportation or truck dispatching environment preferred   Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:  none   Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:  * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Well-developed interpersonal skills * Strong time management and organizational skills  * Must be able to prioritize and be detail oriented * Ability to think logically and make sound decisions * Ability to work with limited supervision, multitask and possess strong initiative * Ability to communicate and interact effectively with people from multi-functional and diverse backgrounds. * Ability to build strong working relationships with all levels of employees, across business groups * Solid current knowledge of DOT regulations * Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office, including, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint * Must be able to work extended hours, holidays and weekends as needed