Dispatcher / Field Trip Coordinator

Primary PurposeFirst line of contact for all incoming phone calls and directs calls accordingly. Coordinate assignments and schedules of bus drivers, routes, and vehicles to ensure safe, efficient, and economical transportation services. Helps coordinate and assign vehicles and drivers for all extra-curricular trips. Manages all transportation related emergency calls including accidents. Assist the Administrative Assistant of Transportation as needed. Drive bus as a substitute bus driver when needed.QualificationsEducation/Certification:High school diploma or GEDClass B CDL or Class A with Passenger EndorsementTexas Bus Driver CertificationExperience3 years experience as certified school bus driver preferredSpecial Knowledge/SkillsEffective telephone and radio communication skillsAbility to receive and give verbal instructions effectivelyProficient map-reading skillsBasic math skillsAbility to use a personal computer to do word processing, databases, and spreadsheetsAbility to use specialized computer programs dealing with transportation routing, planning, and trip scheduling.Ability to operate busMajor Responsibilities And DutiesRoutes and Schedules Assist or handle assignments of bus drivers, bus routes, vehicles, and substitutes for morning and afternoon shifts.2 Coordinate extracurricular transportation for the district. Help maintain data required to plan bus route and post route schedule. Write, schedule, and keep daily logs of activity.FLSA Status: Non-exemptHourly Rate: $20.81Duty Days: 226