Bus Dispatcher

Location: Henrico

General Information

1164

Main Organization

Public Schools

Location

Pupil Transportation Area 1 - East Area - Henrico County Public Schools 1910 E Parham Road, Henrico

Minimum Salary

$ 51,497.22

Posting Date

05-28-2026

Closing Date

08-31-2026

Job Status

Full-time

General Statement of Duties

The employee in this position maintains continuous awareness of routes, trip, vehicle assignments and all other aspects of daily operation of the transportation program. Maintains continuous communication with bus drivers using a two-way radio.

Essential Duties

• Maintains a log of incidents related to school bus operations as reported by bus drivers via a two-way bus radio
• Operates a school board vehicle on a scheduled route when necessary
• Performs all duties of school bus driver when necessary
• Participates in planning and directing the daily activities of the pupil transportation program
• Maintains computerized records and files related to the transportation program
• Maintains records of bus status and state of repair
• Works collaboratively with area office staff to record assignments of spare or substitute buses to drivers
• Answers questions and records actions
• Effectively communicate with schools and other outside agencies on issues related to the transportation program
• Answers telephone calls and directs to the appropriate staff member
• Responds to emergency telephone requests as appropriate, referring to the Transportation Supervisor as needed
• Operates the base station for the two-way radio communication on vehicles assigned to the Department of Pupil Transportation
• Gives clear and concise directions to drivers over the two-way radio
• Prepare reports as necessary
• Performs related work as assigned

Additional Information

This is a full-time, 239-day contract - 8 hour/day position located in Zone
1. Work hours are 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m

Annual salary will be prorated based upon actual work begin date.

Henrico County Schools reserves the right to begin screening applications and make a selection at any time during the posting period. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as positions may be filled prior to the posted closing date.

Minimum Requirements

Thorough knowledge of pupil transportation operations, routes, state and local bus operation laws and regulations, and county geography is preferred but not required. Considerable knowledge of safe and defensive driving methods and procedures. Considerable organizational and problem-solving skills. Requires hands-on familiarity with computer operations, keyboard procedures and basic programming. Ability to work effectively with employees, students, parents and staff. Ability to effectively operate and communicate using a two-way radio.

Ability to clearly and effectively communicate ideas and directives both orally and in writing. Ability to read a map. Ability to plan, organize and work well under stressful conditions. Must be able to obtain a CDL license with all proper endorsements to be able to operate a school bus within 90-days of initial hire.

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
• Tuberculosis Screening/Test

Benefits

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EEO Statement

Henrico County Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

EOE/Accommodations Upon Request