Transportation Dispatcher (226 Days)

Job Description – Transportation Dispatcher (226 Days) (RTP20260519-041) Responsibilities Ensures routes/trips are covered/assigned based on the trip bidding process. Monitors field trips in the system and conducts trip bidding. Dispatches transportation vehicles for trips and other special events. Distributes keys and radios. Answers phone and two‑way radio calls; responds to routine requests or emergency situations. Communicates with outside organizations, local police, and others as appropriate. Receives requests, questions, concerns and suggestions, and provides routine information and assistance or routes to appropriate personnel. Maintains 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 are accurate; completes reports for assigned drivers of trips. Collects 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 transportation guidelines and procedures to ensure consistency in decisions and actions. Demonstrates success in resolving conflict consistently and appropriately. Fosters good relations with campuses, teachers and parents. Presents oneself as a role model for employees with regards to proper attire, grooming standards and positive attitude. Writes correspondence and effectively presents information. Analyzes problems and offers multiple solutions as needed. Maintains and provides required reports to the transportation administration team. Qualifications Education: Required – High School Diploma or GED. Preferred – Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university. Licenses/Certifications: Valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License (Class A or B) with Passenger (P) and School (S) endorsements. Experience: Required – Entry Level with 1 year of dispatcher experience in a transportation or related field. Preferred – 3 years of experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dallas Independent School District