at Metra in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Date Posted:
8/1/2024
Posting End Date:
9/30/2024
Location:
16-Dispatchers
City:
Chicago
State:
IL
Country:
United States of America
Category:
Administrative Support(Including Clerical and Sales)
FLSA Status:
NonExempt
Salary Mid Point:
$49.46
Salary Range:
$49.46
-
$49.46
Description
Posting Until Filled.
Under the direction of the Chief Dispatcher, the Assistant Chief Dispatcherwill provide oversight for all Train Dispatcher's day-to-day responsibilities. Coordinate the distribution of track warrants. Assist train dispatchers with communications and the exchange of information. Provide relief and emergency coverage of dispatcher vacancies. Perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Candidates can expect salary offers that range from the minimum to the mid-point of the salary range. Metra provides full pay ranges, so candidate can consider their growth potential.
Metra is a railroad employer subject to the provisions of the Railroad Retirement Tax Act, not the Social Security Administration.
Requirements
Candidates must have at least three (3) years of prior railroad work experience; with a minimum of one (1) year experience as a Train Dispatcher.
Metra employees in an active review period under the current discipline policy or who have documented attendance or performance issues will not be considered and/or selected for this position.
Please note: Regardless of any state laws that legalize marijuana, Metra prohibits applicants and employees' use or possession of marijuana (or marijuana paraphernalia), or having detectable amounts of marijuana in their bodies, including synthetic and/or non-synthetic substances such as THC for any reason for pre-employment screening purposes, while on duty, subject to duty, on Metra property, or in Metra work equipment and vehicles.
Metra is committed to ensuring that our career website and recruiting process are accessible to all individuals. If you encounter difficulties or limitations in using or accessing our online application, or if you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, participate in interviews, complete any pre-employment testing, or engage in any other aspect of the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to RAC@Metrarr.com.
Metra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, gender identity, disability or any protected categories, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
