Assistant, Transportation

Job Title Assistant, Transportation Essential Job Functions

• Plans, organizes, and control activities related to transportation
• Manages the fleet
• Maintains relationships with insurance companies and follows up on claims
• Accepts group bookings and ensures that transportation charges are calculated correctly
• Obtains licenses for transport and execution of motor vehicles
• Ensures timely renewal of licenses and permits, and reports to supervisors/managers to initiate appropriate action
• Answers requests for proposals and orders from customers
• Other related duties, as assigned

Licenses/Certifications: Valid MS Driver’s License (maintained throughout employment)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One (1) year of specialized experience involving the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to successfully perform the essential functions of the position

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of office management and organization
• Good communication skills, verbal, written, and interpersonal
• Good records maintenance skills Skilled in the use of operation of basic office equipment
• Ability to organize/schedule/prioritize requests for vehicles or jobs
• Ability to maintain accurate records of vehicle operations
• Ability to prepare basic statistical reports

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.