Dispatcher

Job Title

Under general supervision, to assist in coordinating the safe, efficient and on-time performance of school bus service, to assist in the effective utilization of personnel and equipment. Resolve emergency developments as they arise by determining steps to be taken by drivers; and to perform other job-related duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating the daily operation and routines of the pupil transportation program; • Under the direction of the Transportation Supervisor, effectively plan and assign bus routes; • Perform emergency coordinating and dispatching when regularly scheduled bus operations are interrupted; • Communicate with drivers by radio or telephone to prevent interruption of service in emergency situations; • Assign daily work schedules for substitute bus drivers and extracurricular trips; • Assist the Supervisor in the development of the Department budget; • Keep time and mileage records and develop reports; • Schedule field trips and other special runs; • Communicate with District Staff and the public regarding transportation; • Serve as a bus driver in emergencies or as required.

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