Starting Salary: $65,527

Summary:

Manages the day-to-day operations of LIFTS by supervising employees, handles bookkeeping such as accounts payable/receivable and payroll for the department. Acts as Emergency Management Agency Assistant Transportation Director in area emergencies. Acts as LIFTS Director in their absence.

Main Duties:

• Managers daily operations by scheduling work assignments for drivers, overseeing dispatch, and filling in for dispatcher when necessary
• Maintains the books by paying claims, sending out invoices, totaling timecards, and figuring payroll for 25 employees
• Supervises staff by listening, counseling, overseeing projects, hiring, training, and disciplining when necessary
• Manages training programs, safety programs, and drug and alcohol compliance in coordination with LIFTS Director
• Communicates with staff

Minimum Qualifications:

• 6 months of advanced study or training beyond the high school equivalency required
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience required, preferably in the para-transit field
• Must obtain a CDL Class C with air brakes and passenger endorsements within 90 days of hire

Shift:                           

• Monday – Friday | 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.  

Linn County is committed to creating a Customer-Center Culture placing our internal & external customers at the center of everything we do! Why do we do this? We get that question a lot. The answer is simple: We want our customers to have a positive experience. Our co-workers are customers too. Exceptional internal customer satisfaction leads to exceptional customer satisfaction for the public!

Why work at Linn County? 

• Competitive wages with annual pay increases & annual cost of living increase (depending on budget) 
• Medical, dental, vision, short & long term disability, and supplemental life insurance 
• Iowa Public Employee's Retirement Pension Plan (IPERS) 
• Wellness program offering credit on insurance premiums to eligible employees 
• Free on-site fitness centers
• 100% County paid basic life insurance 
• 12 paid holidays per year 
• Training & professional development opportunities