Dispatcher

Dispatcher

Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Transportation and Bus Driver Supervisor, the Dispatcher is responsible for any assignments made to him/her with particular emphasis on those listed below.

Qualifications:

• High School Graduate or GED
• Effective communication skills
• Knowledgeable in bus routes
• Knowledgeable in field trip assignments and procedures
• Certified bus driver with CDL (Passenger Endorsement) preferred
• Knowledge relating to safety issues
• Knowledge in GPS systems and map reading

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assign buses from routes, mid-days, and trips as necessary.
• Ensure that all field trips are properly staffed.
• Ensure that all field trips are properly carried out.
• Monitor the two-way radio system.
• Monitor routes and field trips.
• Train drivers on use of two-way radios.
• Drive a school bus as needed.
• Maintain all binders and keys at all times.
• Perform all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or to others.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Equipment Used:

• Two-way radio, telephone, computer, GPS software

Working Conditions:

• Occasional prolonged irregular hours
• Frequent district travel
• Repetitive hand motions

Nondiscrimination Statement:

Edinburg CISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:

Title IX issues: Mark Micallef, View email address on click.appcast.io, Director of Personnel/Legal Issues, ADA/504 issues: Sofia Hinojosa, View email address on click.appcast.io, Director of Student & Social Services, 411 N. 8th Avenue, Edinburg, TX 78539, View phone number on click.appcast.io.