Transportation Dispatcher (226 Days

Transportation Dispatcher

Ensures routes/trips are covered/assigned based on the trip bidding process. Monitor field trips in the system and conduct trip bidding. Dispatches transportation vehicles for trips and other special events. Responsible for the distribution of keys and radios. Answer phone and two-way radio calls; respond to routine requests or emergency situations. Communicates with outside organizations, local police and others as appropriate; receive requests, questions, concerns and suggestions and provide routine information and assistance or route to appropriate personnel.

Maintain current knowledge of routes and school locations to assure timely services and accurate information. Reviews bus routes and/or trips for efficiency and effectiveness and communicates with management of recommendations. Ensures and verifies all clock times and payroll for drivers and monitors accurate and reports completed for assigned drivers of trips. Collect bus maintenance request forms from drivers. Assists in the distribution and collection of route/bid or trip sheets;

ensures student counts are completed. Reviews and understands the transportation guidelines and procedures to ensure consistency in decisions and actions. Demonstrates success in resolving conflict consistently and appropriately. Foster good relations with campuses, teachers and parents. Present oneself as a role model for employees with regards to proper attire, grooming standards and positive attitude. Must also be able to write correspondence and effectively present information.

Analyze problems and offer multiple solutions as needed. Maintain and provide required reports to the transportation administration team

Education Required/Preferred Education Level Field of Study/Concentration Required High School Diploma or GED Preferred Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university Licenses/Certifications Required/Preferred License/Certification (use text field to specify) Other Licenses/Certifications Required
- Valid Texas Commercial Driver's License (Class A or

B) with Passenger (P) and School (S) endorsements Experience Required/Preferred Experience Ranges Type of Experience Additional Details Required
- Entry Level Direct One (1) of experience - as a dispatcher in a transportation or related field required Preferred- 2+ Three (3) years

Student Transportation Services 5151 SAMUELL BLVD Dallas 75228

Transportation Dispatcher Full-time

Minimum Salary: 49,612.00 Median Salary : 60514.00