Transportation Dispatcher

Queen Creek Unified District•Queen Creek, AZ

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Schedules, dispatches, and assists in planning pupil transportation services. Provides guidance and assistance in related safety, operations, and department issues.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency.
Must pass a background clearance
Must obtain an Arizona IVP Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
Knowledge of motor vehicle regulations and safety.
Must be proficient with computer functions, map reading and customer service responsiveness.
Must be proficient in laws and regulations governing school bus transportation as instituted by the State of Arizona and the Department of Public Safety.

Nice To Haves

Experience in coordination of bus transportation preferred.
Knowledge of the Town of Queen Creek and outlining areas preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinates the dispatching of buses when bus operations are interrupted by breakdowns, accidents, traffic delays, and other situations that may affect operations on time performance.
Assigns substitute and stand-by drivers to prevent interruption of service.
Advises bus drivers in situations outside of standard procedures and various emergencies.
Coordinates and mobilizes resources to respond to emergency situations.
Responds to telephone calls from school personnel and parents concerning routing information, late arrival of buses, complaints concerning bus drivers, and related matters.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Dispatches buses and assists with matters concerning safety, accident reports, public relations, and data collection.
Compiles information for special studies of bus operations as requested by higher-level personnel.
Possesses the ability to multi-task, have good stress management and make precise decisions.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned to advance district priorities.