Dispatcher - La Porte, TX

Summary/ Objective

The position of Dispatch Coordinator is responsible for the dispatch process. This position will conduct all Company business in accordance with Company policies and procedures and maintain professionalism throughout all business dealings, both internally and externally.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Work with Dispatch Supervisor on hiring needs on a project-by-project basis.
2. Work with Hiring department to ensure smooth onboarding process of new employees.
3. Research and recommend new sources for active and passive candidate searches.
4. Build networks to find qualified candidates.
5. Post job openings in newspaper/ online advertisements, with professional organizations and in other appropriate venues.
6. Conduct regular follow-up with managers/operations to determine the effectiveness of recruiting plans and implementation.
7. Enter data as necessary into dispatch database in order to maintain active and inactive job listings.
8. Process new hire paperwork in the appropriate dispatch database ensuring accuracy of the data.
9. Administrative and recordkeeping duties as required.
10. Verify and set up personnel to comply with client required drug and alcohol consortium.
11. Add and remove personnel to LACC / DISA drug and alcohol roster and schedule personnel for random drug and alcohol testing.
12. Other administrative jobs as necessary to ensure a smooth workflow withing the department and with other departments within the Company.
13. Maintain poise and focus under time constraint and adverse conditions.
14. Attend and complete trainings as required by the Company.
15. Pass all required drug/alcohol testing and background checks as required.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position will have no supervisory responsibilities.  

Other Duties

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice that are job-related and consistent with business necessity.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

Position Type/ Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Typical days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Over-time work is common and may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Stronghold is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Stronghold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent and 6 months prior dispatch/recruiting experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

12 months dispatch/recruiting experience. Experience in the petrochemical / refinery industry.