Transportation Routing​/Dispatch Specialist

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TRANSPORTATION ROUTING/DISPATCH SPECIALIST (358383)

• Position Type:
  Transportation/ TRANSPORTATION DISPATCHER

The Transportation Routing/Dispatch Specialist is responsible for the daily routing and scheduling of buses, vans, drivers, and assistants to ensure all students arrive to and from school and other activities in a safe manner.

• Develops and adjust routes to maximize bus capacity while minimizing cost and transportation time.
• Schedules buses, vans, drivers, and assistants on a daily basis to ensure all routes and field trips are covered. Assigns substitutes as needed, and drives a bus or vehicle when necessary.
• Communicates with parents/guardians, administrators, campus staff, transportation staff, and organizations to ensure the safe and efficient transportation of students.
• Coordinates the contracted transportation of students who require specialized transportation.
• Coordinates the transportation of students using in-house, or contracted vehicles.
• Periodically inspects buses/vans to ensure standards are compliant with Arizona State Statutes and Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS) minimum standards.
• Coordinates bus/van repairs with mechanics.
• Assists with training and monthly safety meetings.
• Updates, checks, maintains, and files daily records; such as payroll, absence logs, fuel and mileage logs, and notifies the Transportation Director of any discrepancies.
• Prepares end-of-month reports such as fuel usage, mileage, field trips, and students transported.
• Function as a bus driver when necessary.
• Supports the relationship between the Phoenix Union High School District and the public by demonstrating courteous and professional behavior when interacting with students, parents, visitors, and school staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and school information; follows Governing Board Policies; performs all other related duties as required or assigned.

The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent; AND three years of experience operating a bus and one year of dispatch experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A valid Arizona State Commercial Driver's License with Passenger and School Bus endorsements is required. Must possess Behind the Wheel and Instructor certifications at the time of hire.
• Must possess a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint clearance card within 90 days of employment.

• Skill in understanding, explaining, and applying relevant rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in resolving conflicts among students and staff.
• Skill in safely operating a school bus wheelchair lift.
• Skill in maintaining order and safety on a school bus.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Ability to assign and delegate tasks.
• Ability to maintain and prepare accurate records and reports.
• Ability to identify and address student needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to provide excellent customer experiences, including but not limited to interacting tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Commit…