TRANSPORTATION DISPATCHER (Promotional & Open Competitive)

Job Description:

TRANSPORTATION DISPATCHER (Promotional & Open Competitive)

Description

Under the direction of the Transportation administrator, dispatches school buses on routes and trips; plans, organizes and provides assistance for the bus drivers on routes and field trips; drives a school bus on routes or trips as needed in absence of other bus drivers; may provide support to the administrator in emergency situations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide support to the Transportation administrator in the development of bus routes and allocation of trips to bus drivers

Provide support to the Transportation administrator with organization of the annual bus evacuation drill at all elementary school sites utilizing bus services

Distribute route and trip sheets to bus drivers in a timely manner using the most current transportation computer program in use; search for new locations for trips, using mapping programs to create effective driving directions for bus drivers

Arrange routes to cover absence of bus drivers; distribute effective written or verbal communications to staff regarding changes in routes and/or trips

Operate and communicate, using a two-way radio, with drivers to ensure smooth operation of buses in mornings or afternoons as assigned; monitor the two-way radio to receive and relay important information

Monitor the GPS program for buses to determine location of vehicles for dispatching purposes

Dispatch the work of the transportation section, which consists of student home to school and field trip routing

Assist with scheduling and designs of the bus routes and trips, making assignments as needed to ensure routes are covered

Answer calls from parents and staff regarding routing and trips

Consult and coordinate with school and district administrative personnel and staff to assure smooth and timely delivery of scheduled services; coordinate service requests and identify appropriate solutions to problems

Monitor bus routes and schedules for compliance with applicable standards and efficient use of staff and equipment

Drive a school bus as needed to ensure routes and/or trips are covered

OTHER DUTIES:

Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code, California Highway Patrol Regulations, and Education Code sections applicable to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of students California Vehicle Code and local traffic ordinances

Laws rules and regulations related to pupil transportation

District policies regarding pupil transportation

Proper operations of school buses

Safe and defensive driving practices

Modern office practices, procedures and equipment

Basic maintenance and operations of school buses

Oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy

Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary

Operation of a computer and assigned software

Record-keeping and filing systems and techniques

Telephone techniques and etiquette

Basic first aid and CPR techniques

ABILITY TO:

Perform a variety of dispatch functions in support of the overall operational safety and efficiency Utilize a telephone and two-way radio to receive transportation requests and information and provide assistance to bus drivers

Learn local geography, street locations, important buildings and landmarks of the area

Analyze, develop, revise and make suggested improvements upon routes and dispatching methods or procedures

Type or input data at an acceptable rate of speed

Assist bus drivers with directions and routing, scheduling and equipment issues and information Maintain records and files as necessary

Understand and follow oral and written instructions

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Deal tactfully and effectively with school bus drivers, children and the public

Perform several simultaneous tasks, paying close attention to details and deadlines

Operate a computer and assigned software

Meet schedules and time lines

Administer first aid and CPR as needed

Drive a school bus, as necessary, observing legal and defensive driving practices

Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and three years' experience as a school bus driver or in student transportation activities

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid and current California Class A or B Commercial Driver License with appropriate passenger, school bus and air brake endorsements

Valid California Special Driver Certificate issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) for school bus

Valid Medical Examiner's Certificate

Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate (as required) issued by an authorized agency

Department of Justice fingerprint clearance through the California Highway Patrol

Good DMV driving record and ability to maintain insurability under the District's vehicle insurance policy

Incumbents in this classification are subject to federal drug and alcohol testing requirements

HIGHLY DESIRABLE:

Knowledge of the school district boundaries and locations of schools within those boundaries. Has knowledge of schools, sports fields locations commonly visited on school trips outside of the San Lorenzo area. Has the ability to think quickly and effectively during stressful situations.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Indoor/outdoor and occasional school bus environment Constant interruptions Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions Evening or variable hours Exposure to fumes, dust, odors, oil/grease and gases Driving a vehicle to conduct work

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone Seeing to read a variety of materials Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard Perform work which involves frequent lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and occasionally up to - 75 pounds with assistance Sitting for extended periods of time Bending at the waist, or kneeling to file materials HAZARDS: Traffic hazards Exposure to seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions Exposure to fumes, dust, odors, oil/grease and gases Exposure to blood borne pathogens and infectious diseases Abusive, irate or violent students, parents or general public

The examination process for this recruitment may be comprised of one or any combination of the following: screening of the applicant's training, background, and experience; scored evaluation of responses on a supplemental application; written examination(s); qualifications appraisal oral examination; performance examination; or technical oral examination, scored on a job-related basis. Only the most highly qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the examination process. Successful candidates who pass all parts of the examination process will be placed on the eligibility list in order of their relative merit as determined by these competitive examinations.

If your application is accepted to advance in this recruitment, the exam and interview dates are as follows:

Written Examination - TBD

Oral Examination - TBD

Dates are tentative, but it is highly recommended that you plan your calendar accordingly. No Make-Up dates will be offered.

Other Important information: The duration of the eligibility list is one (1) year unless extended by the Personnel Commission. The eligibility list from this recruitment will be used for full-time, part-time and limited term positions.

New employees to the district are place on step A of the salary schedule. The maximum salary is reached after 3 ½ years of employment.

Recruitments that list Promotional and Open Competitive opportunities may result in one of the following: 1) a dual-certified list in which internal employees of the San Lorenzo Unified School District are awarded seniority points to their final passing score before placement on the eligibility list, or 2) two separate eligibility lists consisting of candidates on a promotional only list and an open list. In the latter case, candidates on the promotional list are referred to the hiring authority before candidates on the open. However, where less than three ranks exist on the promotional list, the open list will be utilized to complete a total of three ranks.

Closing Date/Time: Fri, 22 Aug 2025

Salary:

5583.02 - 6908.84 Monthly