26-27 Transportation Team: Scheduler
About The Position
The Scheduler develops and maintains daily bus routes and schedules for student routes. The role adjusts routes in response to enrollment changes, construction, and special events, and coordinates with drivers, school administrators, and parents to resolve scheduling issues. It monitors compliance with state and district transportation regulations and uses routing software and GPS data to optimize travel times and fuel usage. The Scheduler prepares and distributes route maps, stop lists, and rider assignments; audits route efficiency and safety; and responds to emergencies by rerouting buses as needed. The position also maintains accurate mileage, fuel consumption, and driver-hours records, and provides training and support to new drivers and staff on scheduling procedures.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 2 years of experience in transportation scheduling or route planning.
- Proficiency with routing software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Knowledge of Colorado student transportation regulations.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings and occasional evenings.
- Valid Colorado driver’s license with a clean driving record.
- Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills.
- Commitment to student safety and confidentiality.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree in transportation, logistics, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain daily bus routes and schedules for all student routes.
- Adjust routes based on enrollment changes, construction, and special events.
- Coordinate with drivers, school administrators, and parents to resolve scheduling issues.
- Monitor and enforce compliance with state and district transportation regulations.
- Use routing software and GPS data to optimize travel times and fuel usage.
- Prepare and distribute route maps, stop lists, and rider assignments.
- Conduct regular audits of route efficiency and safety.
- Respond to emergency situations and reroute buses as needed.
- Maintain accurate records of mileage, fuel consumption, and driver hours.
- Provide training and support to new drivers and staff on scheduling procedures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
