Routing Specialist

Routing SpecialistTransportationNonexemptRoute Coordinator/Director of TransportationPer Compensation ManualPer Compensation ManualHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED)Must be 18 years of age or olderMust meet all contractual, local, state, and federal requirements of a professional driverMinimum of two years experience as a school bus driver in a public school district (preferred)Must meet all qualifications for a bus driver for DISDMust maintain an exemplary driving record per DISD safe driving incentive guidelinesMust have and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with all appropriate endorsements and classifications and all other required licenses, permits, and certifications.Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and pleasantly in person, via telephone and two-way radioKnowledge of record-keeping and office proceduresAbility to work under pressure and prioritize effectivelyMust demonstrate diplomacy and flexibility at all timesComplete assigned tasks accurately with minimal supervisionFollow District and Transportation policies and proceduresMust be able to work a split shift (i.e., 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.)Assist in solving such conditions as route overloads, routes needing attention, equipment needing repair, loading, and unloading stopsMonitor and respond to two-way radio communicationsRespond appropriately and decisively to emergenciesAnswer and route telephone calls; record and distribute messages in an accurate and timely mannerUpdate assigned route maps and descriptionsContact parents/guardians concerning student management problemsHandle incoming concerns/issues from parentsParticipate in trainingExercise responsible leadershipPerform as a substitute driver/monitor as neededTake initiative in identifying and working on non-driving tasksUpload Skyward every morning and sends copies to archivesMaintain routing information on Transfinder/SkywardEfficient with of Zonar/Infofinder/Skyward/Routefinder programsEfficiently manage multiple emails daily from all campuses to assign students to routes/bus stop locations accordinglyAssist in editing streets/parcels in RoutefinderDownload information from Routefinder into InfofinderPerform all other duties assigned by the Director of TransportationSupervise students during transportMental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands:The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.Continuously sitOccasionally required to walk or standFrequently bend or twist at the neck and trunkRepeat the same hand, arm, or finger motionFrequently use hand strength to grasp tools, and driveOccasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds including studentsSpecific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral visionOccasionally work in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degreesWalk on slippery surfacesMeet deadlines with severe time constraintsInteract with the public and other peers positivelyEnsure the safety and well-being of othersNoise level is frequently loud to where you have to raise your voice to be heard