Transportation Dispatcher

Saginaw Intermediate School District•Saginaw Charter Township, MI

5d•$20 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Transportation Administrators, this position is responsible for dispatching transportation staff to ensure safe and timely transportation of students to school and related school events. Will provide input in the development and maintenance of bus routes and provide assistance with emergencies and adjustments due to accidents, weather breakdowns, or school schedules. May assist parents, drivers, and administrators in the resolution of problem situations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a school transportation department or related field.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to learn and/or demonstrated ability in working with a computerized routing program.
Thorough knowledge of the district’s streets, bus routes, and all appropriate areas.
Thorough knowledge of all pertinent federal, state, and local regulations, laws, policies, and procedures.
Demonstrated ability to function positively under stress and severe time constraints.
Good interpersonal relationship skills. Must be able to work well with students, parents, and co-workers.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge and skills with MS Excel, MS Word, and Google.
CDL Class B license, Michigan School Bus Driver Qualifications, licenses, and prior bus driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Daily dispatching of transportation staff.
Assign extra trips.
Alter, reroute, and rearrange schedules as directed.
Monitor and appropriately respond to all bus radio calls.
May, as necessary, assign and acquaint transportation staff, including substitutes, to routes.
Provide input in the development, monitoring, and modification of bus routes to maintain the most efficient and effective transportation operation.
Provide timely and appropriate responses to parental inquiries and concerns.
Coordinate with instructional staff and administrators as necessary to schedule transportation for field trips, special assignments, and related activities.
Participate as necessary in staff, student, and consultative meetings.
Work cooperatively with staff, parents, and the public.
Maintain records and prepare reports.
Attend professional meetings, safety meetings and other meetings as requested.
Other duties as assigned.