Dispatcher

BENEFIT INFORMATION


Eligibility for SEBB medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, and LTD if anticipated to reach 630 hours in the school year. Eligibility for retirement based on 3.50 hrs/day or more for 5 or more consecutive months. Optional tax-sheltered annuities: Omni 403(b) and Deferred Compensation Plan. Personal leave, vacation leave (260-day employees only), and sick leave prorated based on FTE.

Selection for interview is based on evaluation of complete application file. Employment offer is based on employee evaluations, discipline history and attendance records, training and experience, references, and interview results. Hourly rate placement contingent upon verification of related WA public school experience.

This position is included in the classified staff non-supervisory bargaining unit. Union shop requirements and the Collective Bargaining Agreement apply to this position.

Employment contingent upon completion and verification of form information and background check with fee to be paid by applicant.

Pay for contracted classified employees is distributed once/month on the last business day of the month. Pay for employees who work less than full year is spread through August. Questions concerning pay processes may be directed to the Personnel Office.

Dispatcher

AFFILIATION: MESA


SALARY LEVEL: Salary Schedule A


REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Supervisor of Transportation

Work Year: 260 Days/year, 8 hours/day

POSITION SUMMARY:


Assist in the designation of school bus routes for the district. Schedules, dispatches, and directs bus drivers in the Transportation Department to assure effective and efficient transportation of children. Manages driver assignments for "to" and "from" school, and extra trips. Performs skilled, confidential support to the Supervisor of Transportation. This


position is a key communication person for the transportation department.


Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Bilingual skills are desirable.
• Completion of the CWU, OSPI, WAPT Public Transportation Manager Training Program (or willingness to obtain), or equivalent experience that provides the same or similar knowledge preferred.
• Experience in general public transportation operations, preferably in a school district setting.
• Current Washington State CDL Class B with school bus and passenger endorsement.
• Good knowledge of streets and roads within the service area.
• Good telephone skills, responding quickly to both positive and negative problems and questions regarding bussing.
• Knowledge of timekeeping and related payroll support skills.
• Excellent knowledge and demonstrated use of MS Office and Google Suite; utilizes spreadsheets, word processing, calendar and email.
• Knowledge and/or experience with routing software preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize daily workload.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions, to understand, apply and interpret rules, regulations, procedures and policies.
• Ability to respond to the changing needs of the workplace
• Ability to perform assigned duties professionally and confidentially in a mature, calm, courteous, efficient and fair manner under frequent interruptions and to exercise careful judgment, diplomacy and tact in the performance of duties and assignments.
• Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision, using personal initiative to cooperate in performing related duties necessary to the full accomplishment of the District's objectives.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective good public relations with other employees, students, parents and the public. Ability to work tactfully and harmoniously with fellow employees is essential.
• Ability to process student and personnel information in a confidential manner.
• Ability to maintain consistent presence at assigned worksite and regular work hours specified under contract.
• Must comply with all district policies and code of professional conduct.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate and/or schedule daily route assignments to District bus drivers; review regular routes and special trip requests, schedule driver and vehicle availability and dispatch drivers accordingly. Provide coverage of all routes, including athletic and field trips, arranging for substitute drivers as necessary.
• Respond to inquiries relating to bus stops, bus routes, bus drivers, etc. Provide information as appropriate based on district and department policy and procedure, referring to the supervisor when necessary.
• Communicate with drivers daily in person and by radio on important and routine operational items such as student changes, road conditions, safety concerns, and provide driver or maintenance forms as needed.
• Communicate and support drivers through operation of two-way radio, dispatch of backup busses as necessary, and assistance in the location of lost children.
• Develop and prepare regular and special bus routes for the start of the school year in an effective and efficient way. Ensure all buildings have bus information for their students at the beginning of and throughout the school year.
• Prepare and process departmental reports and paperwork including driver time.
• Answer phones and respond to parents, teachers, building secretaries, principals, or other callers on problems and/or needs. Notify building officials of route changes, bus changes, and late arrivals and departures.
• Act as a substitute driver when necessary
• Perform other related duties as may be requested.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Language Skills:
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees and patrons of the district. Bilingual skills are desirable.

• Mathematical Skills:
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

• Reasoning Ability:
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

• Other Skills and Abilities:
• Personal computer and spreadsheet skills. Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in a specific field. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the school community.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely both in oral and written communication.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
• Ability to read and understand mapping, addresses, and directions.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT :

• Criminal background clearance
• Professional experience verification

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to sit and talk or hear. The employee occasionally will walk and stand. The employee will frequently repeat the same hand arm motion many times. Occasionally, but essentially, the employee will drive a vehicle. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and color vision. Some driving is necessary.


Occasionally, but essential to this position, the individual must meet deadlines with severe time constraints, interacting with the public and other employees. Occasionally the position requires the employee to work irregular or extended hours and meet multiple demands from several people.


WORK ENVIRONMENT:


The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Work is typically performed indoors.


The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.