GTPSD: Transportation Dispatcher

GTPSD: Transportation Dispatcher Gloucester Township School District Maintenance/Transportation - Gloucester Township, New Jersey Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5948306 Application Deadline: Oct 16, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Oct 02, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: To Be Determined Job Description GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS

VACANCY NOTICE

October 2, 2026 Please be advised that the following vacancies exist in Gloucester Township Public Schools. Deadline to apply is October 16, 2026. POSITION: Transportation Dispatcher LOCATION: Transportation Building QUALIFICATIONS: See attached job description

EFFECTIVE: TBD

John Bilodeau Superintendent

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: DISPATCHER

QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate should demonstrate: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively over a two-way radio. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. Ability to make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of school transportation operations, routing, scheduling, and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with drivers, aides. Proficient in Google Docs and Microsoft Office. REPORTS TO: Transportation Supervisor SUPERVISES: All Transportation personnel. JOB GOAL: To provide safe and efficient transportation for the students of Gloucester Township within the established guidelines of Federal, State and local laws and policies.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Communicate effectively and professionally with bus drivers, bus aides, school personnel, parents/guardians, and transportation staff both in person and over the two-way radio. Dispatch daily transportation assignments for regular school routes, field trips, athletic events, and other district transportation needs. Post, coordinate, and award field trip and athletic/sport trip assignments. Monitor daily bus operations and respond to delays, route changes, breakdowns, absences, and other transportation-related issues. Make necessary routing and scheduling adjustments based on changing transportation needs and operational circumstances. Arrange coverage for regular transportation routes when necessary, including splitting runs and reassigning transportation assignments. Coordinate substitute drivers and assist with daily staffing and transportation coverage. Respond to emergency situations and provide clear, accurate communication and direction over the radio. Review and address student transportation discipline matters, maintain appropriate documentation, and communicate concerns to the appropriate personnel. Coordinate and schedule front-door and rear-door school bus evacuation drills in cooperation with the Transportation Supervisor. Maintain accurate records of transportation assignments, incidents, discipline matters, field trips, athletic trips, and other transportation activities. Exercise sound judgment, remain calm under pressure, and prioritize student safety when addressing transportation issues. Perform other transportation-related duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor. COMPENSATION: As per the Gloucester Twp. Central Administration Support Group contract minimum starting salary $44,000.00 BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision insurance available for all employees and their eligible dependents. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 Months VACATION: In accordance with current District vacation policy. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Personnel. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $44,000 Per Year Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required #J-18808-Ljbffr Gloucester Township Public Schools