Assignment Clerk - 90074844 - Chicago

at  Amtrak

YOUR SUCCESS IS A TRAIN RIDE AWAY!

As we move America’s workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States. The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Working knowledge of ARROW, CICSPROD and LMS systems.
• Working knowledge of Micro-soft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Familiarity with NORAC bulletins and bid, vacation application forms.
• Ability to make quick decisions and multi-task.
• Good knowledge of train schedules and equipment.
• Independent requiring minimal supervision and have superior time management skills.
• Knowledge of accounting procedures to ensure all assigned tools and equipment are logged according to procedures
• Must have some Amtrak experience
• Employees must conform to Amtrak’s “Standards of Excellence” and prescribed code of dress.
• Must have a H.S.Diploma or GED

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• A few years experience in Stations.
• Employees must conform to Amtrak’s “Standards of Excellence” and prescribed code of dress.
• Two years college preferred.

COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• Must have excellent oral, written and communication skills.
• Must have a Strong work ethic.
  The hourly rate is $28.30 -$37.73 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment). Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts; 401K retirement plan; life insurance; paid time off; reimbursement of education; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility; Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Some benefits are subject to the collective bargaining agreement. Learn more about our benefits offerings here.
  Requisition ID:163990
  Posting Location(s):Illinois
  Job Family/Function:Customer Service
  Relocation Offered:No
  Travel Requirements:Up to 25%

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Incumbent will work with Stations and Station Managers to ensure all Station positions are filled daily this includes job vacancies, created by vacations, leave of absence, extra assignments, late or no show.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure proper use of the extra board in accordance with all applicable union contracts
• Keep accurate records of employee assignments; pull running boards and complete LMS Raw Punch report
• Prepare daily crew sign in sheets
• Ensure all employees sign in within prescribed time limits and are in compliance with Amtrak’s Uniform Policy
• Prepares and distributes crew discrepancy notices as required
• Knowledge of accounting procedures to ensure all assigned tools and equipment are logged according to procedures
• Distribute, record and keep accurate records of issued tools and equipment for Station employees.
• Post and distribute all relative employee related correspondence.
• Incumbent is responsible for handling sensitive records and information; therefore confidentiality is a must.