Village Vans Coordinator

Intercity Transit

$75K — $107K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
  • Three years of customer service or general office experience preferred.
  • Valid Washington State Driver's License with a clean record required.
  • Experience with ride scheduling and dispatching software desired.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills vital. Bilingual ability in Spanish, Vietnamese, or Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Schedule and handle ride reservations using software.
  • Assist and guide volunteer drivers independently.
  • Collect data and generate reports to support program objectives.
  • Train volunteers on routes and customer service practices.
  • Manage program operations in the absence of the supervisor.
  • Conduct community outreach and maintain partner relationships.
  • Perform various clerical and administrative duties.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their dependents.
  • Generous vacation and sick leave policies, with up to 36 vacation days per year.
  • Employer contributions to retirement plans including matching for deferred compensation.
  • Flexible work arrangements including potential remote work and schedules.
  • Longevity pay increases based on years of service.
Full Job Description
Salary : $75,192.00 - $107,598.40 Annually
Location : Intercity Transit (AdOps) - Olympia, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: OPERATIONS
Division: VILLAGE VANS
Opening Date: 07/24/2026
Closing Date: 8/3/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

Description

If you have:
  • Strength in leadership, ethics, problem solving, conflict resolution, strategic thinking, and cultural competency.
  • A proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in every interaction.
  • Demonstrated ability to foster a participatory organizational climate that is open, positive, and supportive.
  • The ability to effectively plan, organize, prioritize, work independently, and meet deadlines; strong attention to detail and excellent follow-through.

Then this position is for you!

We are currently looking for a Village Vans Coordinator to join our team! The Village Vans Coordinator performs routine and administrative activities of a supportive nature for the Village Vans program requiring general office knowledge, tasks related to volunteer job search activities, dispatching volunteer drivers, mentoring volunteers and suggesting community resources to customers and volunteers as needed. Position requires ability to maintain daily operations during absence of Village Vans Supervisor. Work is performed independently and within general parameters.

Provides staff and volunteer assistance and a variety of administrative duties in support of the Village Vans program. Determines customer eligibility, schedules rides, and dispatches vehicles and assists in guiding volunteer drivers. Serves as contact with volunteers, customers, and community partners in support of the Village Vans program.
Examples of Duties

As a Village Vans Coordinator, you will:
  • Receives, records, and schedules advance reservation service requests using ride scheduling software and established protocols. Handles customer inquiries and complaints and routes as necessary. Schedules and communicates with volunteers.
  • Independently or with minimal oversight by supervisor, assists volunteer drivers with routes, stops and individual customer information; dispatches changes in manifest/ride data; assists with incident reporting and procedural questions, and coordinates with Maintenance on repairs.
  • Collects data, generates reports, and creates and maintains forms that support the Village Vans program. Prepares various statistical data required for grant and internal weekly reporting.
  • Assists in training volunteer Village Vans volunteers with routing destinations, customer service issues, and basic Routematch software tasks.
  • Provides program administration in the absence of the Village Vans Supervisor. Answers email and phone inquiries, enters data into database(s), and attends public events with community partners promoting Village Vans.
  • Conducts community outreach events, campaigns and presentations. Maintains relationships with community partners. Keep track of trends to keep track of trends to reallocate resources as needed.
  • Performs various clerical duties, utilizing standard office equipment, to include: screening incoming calls; taking and transmitting messages; distributing mail; photocopying; performing data entry; preparing mailings; typing; and word processing.
  • Prepares correspondence and informational materials as directed which may include creating volunteer work assignments, schedules, and manifests.
  • Provides daily social work services to volunteers and passengers. Refers participants with relevant external and/or internal resources (i.e. resume writing, mock interviews, housing assistance, and more).
  • Responds to department, outside agencies, employee and public inquiries; provides information within scope of knowledge.
  • Processes routine expenses for the Village Vans department, preparing purchase orders, and handling invoices for department needs.
  • Performs special projects as needed.
  • Serves as back-up driver for Village Vans 7-15 passenger size vehicles.
  • Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
  • Must meet regular time and attendance standards.

Typical Qualifications

Are you the one we are looking for?
  • High School Diploma, or G.E.D.
  • Three (3) years of customer service or general office experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
  • Valid Washington State Driver's License with no more than 1 motor vehicle violation in the last 5 years; maintain acceptable driving record during employment.
  • Must submit to criminal background check the results of which must meet hiring criteria for the role.
  • Skill in modern office procedures and equipment; customer service principles; recordkeeping principles; basic mathematical concepts; teaching/training techniques; filing procedures and practices; scheduling practices; dispatching practices; knowledge of Transit services, routes, departments; office organizational practices; maintaining confidentiality; using a computer and related software applications; keyboarding; creating and maintaining databases; reading, interpreting, and editing manuals and documents; handling difficult customers; compiling and distributing data and information; prioritizing work and performing multiple tasks; maintaining records; providing customer service; processing a variety of forms and paperwork; communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, and the general public sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
  • Preferred but not required: Bilingual in Spanish, Vietnamese, and/or Arabic

Supplemental Information

What's in it for you?
  • Receive a competitive salary of $36.15 - $51.73 an hour (includes 5, 10, 15, and 20 year longevity pay) in addition to annual general wage/cost of living adjustments typically received in January and step increases in July (if not at top of salary range).
  • Work for a public-agency that promotes a work-life balance.
  • Exceptional comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and eligible dependents.
  • PERS Retirement Plans (through Washington State Public Employee's Retirement System) along with voluntary deferred compensation plans (401k and 457) with employer match up to 8.5%.
  • 23.75 to 36 vacation days per year depending on length of service.
  • 12 days of sick leave per year depending upon date of eligibility.
  • Paid Bereavement leave for qualifying family members.

Ready to jump on board?
We would love for you to apply! Please submit a complete electronic application online at www.intercitytransit.com/employment. Your application package must include a letter of interest and resume that clearly explains how you meet the qualifications of the position. Be advised, we will not consider incomplete applications. Intercity Transit's preferred method of communication is via email, so an accurate and active email address is essential.
Completed applications must be received by 5:00PM on Monday, August 3, 2026.

Intercity Transit offers its employees an excellent comprehensive benefits package, pension plan, educational benefits, state-of-the-art technology and much more. In addition, some positions are eligible for remote work opportunities and flexible schedules.
Health Care
We provide comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance coverage for employees and eligible dependents (spouse or significant other and children) through the Employees and Intercity Transit pay a monthly premium contribution depending upon the plan chosen.In addition, Intercity Transit offers:
  • Employer provided life insurance and optional supplemental coverage
  • Employer provided disability insurance and optional supplemental coverage
  • Additional supplemental insurance coverage available through AFLAC
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program.

Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)

Employees are covered under PERS I, PERS II and PERS III of the Employee and Employer contributions are required at start of employment.

Deferred Compensation Plans (401K and 457)

Intercity Transit offers three voluntary deferred compensation plans. Employees who contribute at least 8.5% to a plan receive a 8.5% employer match. Employee contributions are not subject to federal income tax until withdrawn.
Longevity Pay

Eligible employees will receive a Longevity Benefit upon reaching designated service milestones based on continuous employment and hire date. The benefit is awarded at the applicable milestone rate only and does not compound.

Employees with 5-9 years of service receive a 1% Longevity Benefit; 10-14 years receive 2%; 15-19 years receive 4%; and 20 or more years receive 6%.

Vacation Leave & Sick Leave

Employees accrue 23.75 to 36 vacation days per year depending on length of service. The maximum accrual limit is 360 hours.

Employees accrue 12 days of sick leave per year depending upon date of eligibility. The maximum accrual limit is 960 hours.
For additional information regarding employee benefits, please visit:
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Do you have a current and valid Washington State driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No

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Have you had more than 1 (one) motor vehicle violations in the last 5 years?
  • Yes
  • No

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Do you speak any other languages besides English? If yes, please list them. If no, input N/A.
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