What is a dispatcher/administrative assistant and how to become one

Key steps to become a dispatcher/administrative assistant

1. Explore dispatcher/administrative assistant education requirements

   Most common dispatcher/administrative assistant degrees

   Associate

   30.5 %

   High School Diploma

   26.9 %

   Bachelor's

   26.8 %

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2. Start to develop specific dispatcher/administrative assistant skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Data Entry	21.98%
   Customer Service	21.28%
   Service Calls	4.74%
   Purchase Orders	4.38%
   Schedule Appointments	3.53%

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3. Complete relevant dispatcher/administrative assistant training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New dispatcher/administrative assistants learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a dispatcher/administrative assistant based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real dispatcher/administrative assistant resumes.

4. Gain additional dispatcher/administrative assistant certifications

   Dispatcher/administrative assistant certifications can show employers you have a baseline of knowledge expected for the position. Certifications can also make you a more competitive candidate. Even if employers don't require a specific dispatcher/administrative assistant certification, having one may help you stand out relative to other applicants.

   The most common certifications for dispatcher/administrative assistants include Medical Assistant and Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA).

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5. Research dispatcher/administrative assistant duties and responsibilities

   • Manage and develop the daily clinical schedule for the in-patient rehabilitation staff taking into consideration Medicare guidelines and staffing ratios.
   • Prepare time sheets and keep track of service maintenance technician work schedules by GPS tracking system.
   • Compose bid letters to generate business and write proposals for HVAC projects that are submitted for potential customers.
   • Maintain schedule and routing of service technicians for repair and maintenance of all commercial and residential HVAC accounts.

6. Prepare your dispatcher/administrative assistant resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your dispatcher/administrative assistant resume.

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7. Apply for dispatcher/administrative assistant jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a dispatcher/administrative assistant job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams