Route Scheduler

DPS•Denver, CO

25d

About The Position

Applications will be received until April 6, 2026 . If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org . About this job: Prepares, modifies and maintains more complex school bus routes to provide a cost-effective transportation system for Denver Public Schools. Drive bus routes when necessary. What DPS Offers You: A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. Salary Range: $48,547 - $58,257 annually In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off , health and wellness benefits , and PERA Retirement .

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Three (3) years experience in school transportation.
Effective communication skills especially in writing and over the two-way radio.
Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), mapping and routing software.
3+ Transportation experience
Maintain a current CDL license with ‘S’ and “P” endorsement that meets all CDE regulations and is insurable by the Colorado School District Self-Insurance Pool.
Knowledge with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and Outlook
Effective time management and organizational skills
Effective communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines
The ability to take responsibility for one’s own performance
Work collaboratively with others on a team
Aptitude for variety and changing expectations and fast-paced environment
Knowledge of transportation rules and requirements that support educational programs and activities.
Knowledge and ability to measures distances using vehicle-mounted linear measurement devices.
Maintain a detailed knowledge of two-way radio procedures to back-up dispatcher.
Ability to conceptualize routes and schedules and be detail oriented.
Ability to manage a complex deadline-driven workload, including planning and organization.
Ability to analyze data concerning student ridership, demographics, traffic surveys, maps, consists and revenues.
Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively with a wide variety of people including drivers/bus attendants, co-workers, administrators, teachers, children and the general public.
Ability to represent the school district in a professional and courteous manner.
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics/Workflow Analysis, Resource Information, or Business Administration is preferred.
Bilingual skills in Spanish preferred.
Knowledge of GPS and related software desired.

Responsibilities

Plan, design and determine more complex bus routes that match equipment to student requirements using the most cost effective and efficient methods.
Maintain ongoing familiarity with bus load factors, actual transit time, special equipment, dispatching activity and reporting procedures and all safety policies.
Maintain an ongoing knowledge of changes to road networks and traffic patterns in and around the City and County of Denver.
Access and enter appropriate data into both the routing and student information systems.
Process new students into bus routes as required.
Prepare/ forward referrals in accordance with Transportation Department policies and procedures, when appropriate.
Receive and appropriately respond to incoming phone calls from Transportation staff, parents, school representatives and other members of the community.
Manage other transportation services (sub-contractors, RTD, Yellow Cab, etc.) as needed.
Maintain accurate contacts and phone numbers for responses requiring specific expertise.
Maintain a continuous and cooperative coordination work relationship with the Excursion Coordinator and Athletic/ASA Supervisor.
Assist the Excursion/ASA program specialists in assuring the most efficient and effective assignment of tasks.
Drive routes when required.
Perform other duties as assigned.