Transportation Dispatcher

Mesquite ISD

Mesquite, TX

Position Type:
Auxiliary - Transportation/Transportation

Date Posted:
5/19/2026

Location:
Transportation
Mesquite ISD - Compensation Plans

Auxiliary Compensation Plan

Pay Grade: 2
Shift Type: Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Director - Transportation

EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

To assist the Transportation Director and Assistant Director with establishing and coordinating the assignment, scheduling and routing of all transportation vehicles; maintain a variety of department records; perform a wide variety of specialized and analytical duties related to the safe and efficient operation of a comprehensive school bus operation.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:

High School graduate or equivalent with experience in public school transportation; CDL License required

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

Knowledge of principles, practices and methods of school bus transportation
Rules and regulations applicable to the operation of school buses and transporting students and methods of scheduling and dispatching a school transportation fleet; modern office methods and practices
General public relations and telephone techniques
Office organization
Ability to assist in planning safe and efficient bus routes and schedules.
Keep clear and accurate records
Use good judgment
Understand, interpret and apply rules and written directions.
Deal with students, parents and school district personnel with tact and poise
Acquire technical information, terminology and procedures quickly

EXPERIENCE:

Prior experience prior experience in public school transportation

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Demonstrate a willingness to learn District software programs, such as Munis, Skyward, and TransFinder
Ability to plan, schedule and assign driver personnel for transportation vehicle operations
Dispatch transportation vehicles for trips and other special events
Update transportation databases
Assists supervisor in resolving public concerns
Input and update data and information in records and files with a high degree of accuracy
Ability to read and interpret documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Communicate with appropriate individuals regarding problems concerning transportation
Have a working knowledge of basic computer skills - word processing, spreadsheets, and data bases
Have outstanding organizational skills and excellent telephone etiquette
Demonstrate a working knowledge of basic office equipment
Effective communication, public relation, and interpersonal skills
Have CDL license and be willing to drive buses when needed
Other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:

Writing simple correspondence
Carryout a variety of detailed instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form
Interacting with the public and other staff and on occasionally meeting multiple demands from several people

Physical demands/environmental factors:

Ability to stand, walk, reach, stoop, bend and kneel
Ability to lift and carry a minimum 50 pounds
Must be able to pass district random drug testing

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

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