The City of Ionia Dial-A-Ride is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Public Transportation Dispatcher. This position is part-time with the potential of full-time.
Duties include answering phone calls, utilizing scheduling and dispatch software to book and assign trips, utilizing AVL software, customer service, sale of fare products, record keeping on a computer, two-way radio communication with drivers, and other duties as assgined.
Position reports to the Director of Transportation. Requires graduation from high school or an equivalent, computer proficiency, and completion of a pre-employment drug test. Minimum of one year of dispatch experience or similar preferred.
Starting wage: $17.59 – 20.31/hr. depending on experience and qualifications. All compensation and fringe benefits in accordance with AFSCME collective bargaining agreement.
In addition, appointment to this position on a permanent basis is contingent upon successful completion of the required probationary period.
Only qualified applicants meeting minimum requirements will be considered. Please send cover letter, resume and completed City of Ionia job application to City of Ionia, Attn: City Manager, 114 N. Kidd St., PO Box 496, Ionia MI 48846.
Application deadline is 3:00 PM, March 20, 2026. EOE/ADA Employer.
