2025-2026 Secretary/Dispatcher, Transportation

THE FOLLOWING POSITION IS AVAILABLE FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR.

One (1) FTESecretary/Dispatcher

8 Hours/230 Days

Transportation Department

Must possess a High School Diploma GED or Equivalent

and have basic computer skills.

How To Apply:
You must complete the entire online application to be considered for a position.

Providing a resume and additional attachments are optional. Please also provide complete reference information for each reference including name address phone and email address.

Licking Heights does place an emphasis on accepting a diverse pool of candidates reflecting the school districts student population.

Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity Employment Opportunity: The Licking Heights Local School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national origin sex disability Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) military status ancestry or age in its programs and activities including employment opportunities.

POSITION: DISPATCHER/SECRETARY
RESPONSIBLE TO: TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR
INTRODUCTION:
At Licking Heights Local Schools our commitment to student success drives everything we do.
We believe in providing equitable personalized learning experiences focused on building
character skills and achieving academic excellence. Our comprehensive framework addressing
milestones from kindergarten readiness to college and career competencies ensures that every
student thrives academically socially and emotionally. We are dedicated to creating a positive
school culture where students can explore their talents through extracurricular activities
fostering well-rounded and socially responsible citizens.
To be successful at Licking Heights Local Schools staff members must embody a range of skills
including:
Passion for education and student well-being
Effective mentoring and guidance for students
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Continuous learning and professional development
Forward-thinking planning and strategic decision-making
Openness to two-way communication and community engagement
We are dedicated to supporting our staff through comprehensive induction providing ongoing
professional development aligned with our districts vision and creating a safe and empowering
school environment where every individual can flourish. Join us in our mission to provide an
exceptional education experience that prepares students for success in school career and life.
JOB GOAL: To assure the smooth operation of the school office so the maximum positive
impact on the education of children can be realized.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid Ohio drivers license or ability to obtain license
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
One to two years related experience preferred
Successful completion of a basic secretarial skills test
Ability to operate general office equipment including but not limited to phones faxes
copiers and computer equipment
Ability to effectively and efficiently use all components of the Microsoft Office Suite
Dependable
Detail oriented
Demonstrates strong organizational and problem solving skills with little direction
Demonstrates effective time management skills
Demonstrates ability to work effectively with others
Ability to set priorities and work well under pressure with attention to detail multi-task
effectively
Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral communication skills as well as active
listening skills
Consistent requirements to lift carry push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up
to a maximum of 50 pounds
Required to lift carry push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum
of 50 pounds
Willing to help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and
democratic values
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board Of
Education may find appropriate
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Receive all radio calls and assist drivers in route needs.
2. Process discipline reports online through DASL.
3. Contact school aide and/or the police when needed for drivers.
4. Maintain confidentiality of correspondence and communication.
5. Sort and file all pre-trip and fuel log sheets.
6. Receive and route all incoming calls meet and assist staff/visitors both in a professional
and friendly manner.
7. Prepare and distribute all department correspondence daily.
8. Maintain confidentiality of correspondence communications and student/staff
information.
9. Professionally handle department correspondence and communication for the supervisor.
This includes ability to effectively write letters build spreadsheets design a PowerPoint
and complete other forms of written communication.
10. Demonstrate knowledge of or the ability to learn computer programs to support the
department including but not limited to Outlook DASL SINC School Dude AESOP
Veritime Versatrans and other department specific programs.
11. Order process requisitions receive store and distribute supplies and equipment daily.
12. Assist with the maintenance of the department budget. Assist with the creation of the
purpose statement. Process the monthly bank statements for the building credit card.
13. File collate and copy materials for department purposes and record keeping. Maintain
all office equipment making sure all machines are stocked and in working order. Make
calls for repair as necessary. Assist staff in proper operation when necessary.
14. Maintain an appropriate department filing system.
15. Call department substitutes when necessary for classified employees. Assist in
department substitutes assignments based on daily need. Assist in keeping accurate
records of staff absences and report excessive absences to administration.
16. Schedule daily workload in a timely manner and comply with established policies or
procedures with limited assistance from supervisor.
17. Assist administration in emergency situations as needed includes but is not limited to
help with injuries/illness of staff and students which could include calling appropriate
assistance if needed and/or other contacts.
18. Attend all meetings and in-services that affect the building secretary as approved by
supervisor.
19. Ability to multitask in a fast paced environment is mandatory.
20. Serve as a role model for staff.
21. Perform other such duties as may be directed by the supervisor.
WORK CONDITIONS:
The work environment characteristics described here are not listed in order of importance and
are representative of those an employee encounters while completing the duties and
responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the responsibilities. 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.
Frequent work that may extend beyond the normal workday
Occasional exposure to blood bodily fluids and tissue
Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions
Occasional interaction among unruly children/adults
Exposure to loud noises
Many situations that require repetitive hand motion e.g. computer keyboard typing and
writing
Consistent requirements to sit stand walk hear see read and speak reach stretch with
hands and arms crouch kneel and climb and stoop
Consistent requirements to lift carry push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up
to a maximum of 50 pounds
Frequent interruption of duties by students visitors staff and telephones
EVALUATION: Performance of these responsibilities will be evaluated by the
Transportation Coordinator in accordance with the provisions of the Boards
policy.