School Bus Dispatcher

Transportation Coordinator

This is a 12 month, full-time position in the Transportation Department.

• Coordinating with the Transportation Supervisor or Head Bus Driver, planning bus routes and assigning drivers on regularly assigned daily routes;
• Assigns and reviews proper routes with substitute bus drivers;
• Stays in communication with all bus drivers by means of two-way radio equipment;
• Schedules drivers for all field trips and activity trips as required;
• Maintains time and trip records for payroll purposes;
• May advise responsible school district officials of road hazards which may necessitate school closings or delays in absence of Head Bus Driver;
• Aids in resolving student disciplinary problems on school buses through contact with building principal;
• Reports student accidents with Business Administrator and confers with unusual problems;
• Informs maintenance staff of breakdowns and other mechanical problems;
• Operates district routing and scheduling software;
• Assists with reporting of required State Education Department information;
• Meets regularly with drivers to discuss departmental issues in coordination with Head Bus Driver;
• Assists in maintaining required documentation including accident reports, bus mileage, gas/diesel fuel use, 19A records, required DMV/DOT records;
• Performs related clerical and general office duties;
• May drive school bus when required.