Relief Dispatcher - Washington State Ferries

The first consideration and/or preference is with current Washington State Ferries OPEIU members. About WSDOT... The Opportunity... What to Expect... Qualifications...

• Dispatch licensed and unlicensed deck and engine room personnel in full compliance with ISM standards, WSF policies, USCG requirements, and all applicable labor agreements
• Communicate with personnel regarding work assignments and schedules through phone, email, and other methods
• Maintain communication channels between operations and fleet personnel
• Coordinate with the Watch Center, management, and vessel crews regarding unexpected events, sea trials, boat moves, inspections, and emergencies
• Maintain employee documentation within the WSF Dispatching System
• Forecast and coordinate operational needs such as fuel, lube oil, and bilge pump services
• Create on-call lists and schedules based on vessel complement needs and applicable USCG and labor agreement requirements
• Perform long-term scheduling by forecasting labor needs, assigning relief personnel, creating and distributing schedules, maintaining leave records, tracking employee qualifications, and updating the WSF Dispatching System
• Prepare reports and dispatch metrics, assist with auditing personnel pay orders, participate in meetings on labor and operational topics, and perform other duties as assigned

• Operational Expertise
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Communication and Collaboration
• Customer and Service Orientation
• Technical Proficiency
• Time Management and Organization
• Confidentiality and Professional Judgment
• Regulatory and Contractual Knowledge
• Growth Mindset

• Salary
• Paid Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Health Insurance
• Retirement and Deferred Compensation
• Social Security
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Vacation (Annual Leave)
• Dependent Care Assistance
• Auto, Boat, Home, and Renters Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state.