Transit Service Coordinator I

District of West Vancouver

$83K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of relevant experience in transit coordination or a similar environment.
  • High school diploma (Grade 12) with additional relevant courses in computer skills or customer service.
  • Familiarity with the North Shore area is preferred.
  • Excellent customer service skills in person and through various communication channels.
  • Strong logistical problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Word and Excel for report preparation and documentation.
  • Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence required.

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate daily driver and bus schedules to ensure efficient transit services.
  • Ensure compliance with the National Safety Code and Collective Agreement.
  • Prepare and maintain departmental documents related to running sheets and driver sign-ups.
  • Handle road calls from bus operators and emergency services efficiently.
  • Address payroll inquiries and process time cards accurately.
  • Establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Perform related tasks as needed in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

  • Permanent full-time position with union affiliation (WVMEA).
  • Work schedule varies to accommodate department needs.
  • Opportunity for annual pay increase within a structured pay scale.
  • Comprehensive onboarding process including background checks and document verification.
  • Work in a supportive environment focused on safety and customer service.
Full Job Description
TRANSIT SERVICE COORDINATOR I

(Permanent Full-Time)

(Internal Posting)

The West Vancouver Transit Department is now accepting applications for a Permanent Full-Time Transit Service Coordinator I. Reporting to the Manager of Planning and Service Delivery, this position is responsible for the day-to-day scheduling of drivers and buses to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of Transit services. If you excel at multi-tasking in a fast-paced work environment and have a high degree of attention to detail.

Key responsibilities for this position include:
• ensuring that the organization is operating in accordance with the National Safety Code and Collective Agreement requirements;
• preparing and maintaining a variety of departmental running sheet and sign-up documents;
• receiving and responding to road calls from bus operators and emergency services via telephone and two-way radio;
• responding to payroll related inquiries and processing time cards; and,
• performing other related work as required.

The successful candidate will have:
• the ability to deliver exceptional customer service in person, by phone, and by email;
• the ability to understand and interpret departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures;
• the ability to maintain positive working relationships with both internal and external contacts;
• the ability to work varied shifts to meet the needs of the department;
• the ability to prepare and maintain a variety of departmental reports and records;
• proficiency with MS Word and Excel; and,
• skilled at troubleshooting complex logistical problems.

The preferred candidate is familiar with the North Shore and surrounding area, and possesses Grade 12 education supplemented by computer, and customer service courses or a combination of education and practical experience in a similar environment. Relevant experience in a public transit or charter bus dispatching would be considered an asset. A valid Class 5 Driver's Licence is required.

Successful candidates will be required to provide an acceptable driver's abstract, a police information check, and copies of relevant credentials. To ensure your application is complete, please email your Driver's Abstract to [redacted]. You can obtain your Driver's Abstract by contacting ICBC at [redacted] or by submitting a request online at https://onlinebusiness.icbc.com/clio/.

The successful candidate is required to supply a police information check and a copy of their credentials.

This posting does not list all the duties of the position, nor does it fully detail the required skills, knowledge and abilities, licenses and certificates required of candidates. For details please refer to the class specification which is available for inspection on WestNet or contact Human Resources to request a copy.

Position Status:

Union (WVMEA) - Permanent Full-Time

Hours of Work:

40 hours per week

(hours and days of work may vary)

Starting Rate of Pay:

$39.86 per hour

(This position has a pay structure with five steps which increase annually.)

Closing Date:

11:59 p.m. on Monday, September 28, 2026

To Apply:

Please visit the District of West Vancouver's Career Centre at westvancouver.ca/careers to apply for this position.

We want to thank all applicants, however only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

2400-26-WVMEA-42

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