Dispatcher (DPS)

City of Dayton • Dayton, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Ensures the safe, efficient, and timely dispatch of school buses by confirming driver and vehicle availability for all daily routes and special trips. Assigns substitute drivers to cover emergencies and absences as needed. Monitors two-way radio communications during route operations and provides support to drivers when necessary. Maintains daily operational records related to transportation activities. Coordinates vehicle repair needs between drivers and the bus garage. Assists parents with concerns regarding missed or delayed bus stops and directs routing issues to appropriate district personnel. Ensures special education students are released to authorized individuals when a parent or guardian is unavailable. Communicates important information and updates to bus drivers. Operates a school bus when necessary to maintain route coverage.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school (or G.E.D.).
• 2-3 years of experience as a bus driver, router, or comparable experience.
• Must have an Ohio Commercial Driver’s License (C.D.L.) with School Bus and Passenger Endorsements.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or have the legal right to work in the United States, at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safe, efficient, and timely dispatch of school buses by confirming driver and vehicle availability for all daily routes and special trips.
• Assigns substitute drivers to cover emergencies and absences as needed.
• Monitors two-way radio communications during route operations and provides support to drivers when necessary.
• Maintains daily operational records related to transportation activities.
• Coordinates vehicle repair needs between drivers and the bus garage.
• Assists parents with concerns regarding missed or delayed bus stops and directs routing issues to appropriate district personnel.
• Ensures special education students are released to authorized individuals when a parent or guardian is unavailable.
• Communicates important information and updates to bus drivers.
• Operates a school bus when necessary to maintain route coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED