Transportation; Routing Specialist Job Birmingham area,Alabama USA,Transportation

Position: Transportation (Routing Specialist)

Job Description Title - Routing Specialist

Reports To: Supervisor of Transportation and Maintenance

FLSA Designation: Non-Exempt

Job Goal:

To support the efficient and safe transportation of students by assisting with school bus routing, driver scheduling, substitute driver coordination, and communication with schools, parents/guardians, and transportation staff.

Job Summary:

This position requires strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, computer proficiency, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will also obtain school bus driver certification within six months of hire and may drive routes as needed to support transportation operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

A.High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional education, training, or experience in school transportation or a related field is preferred.
B.Intermediate computer skills, including experience working with spreadsheets and databases.
C.Ability to learn and effectively operate multiple software applications and transportation systems.
D.Ability to organize information, prioritize tasks, and work effectively in a deadline-driven environment.
E.Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally by phone and email.
F.Ability to pass a Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). examination.
G.Ability to obtain and maintain required school bus driver certification within six months of hire.
H.Ability and willingness to drive a school bus and assist with routes when necessary.
I.Must obtain a criminal history background clearance and meet the suitability criteria for employment under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. .

Preferred Qualifications:

A.Experience in school transportation.
B.Experience working with transportation routing software or student transportation databases.
C.Previous experience in a school or public-sector environment.
D.Strong problem-solving and customer service skills.

Performance Responsibilities and

Essential Functions:

1.Assist with the development, scheduling, and routing of school buses and students using transportation software to create safe, efficient, and effective bus routes.
2.Coordinate and schedule substitute bus drivers to cover routes when regular drivers are absent or unavailable.
3.Communicate with prospective bus drivers throughout the training and certification process, monitor their progress, and provide updates to supervisors.
4.Respond to calls, questions, and concerns from schools, parents/guardians, and staff regarding bus routes, stop locations, schedules, and estimated stop times.
5.Obtain school bus driver certification within six months of hire and drive assigned routes as needed, particularly during periods of driver shortages.
6.Maintain accurate records and information related to routes, drivers, training, and transportation operations.
7.Operate multiple computer software systems and databases as required to perform job duties.
8.Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
9.Follow safety precautions of the specific trades and practice standard safety procedures at all time.
10.Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
11.Engages in personal professional growth, ongoing training, and demonstrates professional ethics and leadership.
12.Engages in required orientations, trainings, safety instruction, and meetings as required for effective job performance and/or advancement.
13.Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
14.Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
15.Adheres to…