DispatcherOperations
Columbia, IN - USA
Job Summary
We are currently seeking a reliable and detail-oriented School Bus Dispatcher to join our transportation team. The School Bus Dispatcher serves as the central communication hub managing daily transportation logistics for safe and efficient student transportation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Routing & Scheduling: Develop and maintain efficient bus routes assign drivers and substitute drivers and coordinate special trips and extracurricular transportation needs.
- Real-Time Dispatching: Monitor bus routes in real time using radio equipment and GPS software to ensure on-time performance and promptly address delays mechanical issues traffic problems or other disruptions.
- Communication Hub: Serve as the primary point of contact for parents school administrators drivers and mechanics to resolve route concerns safety issues and student behavior matters.
- Staff Management: Schedule substitute drivers assign stand-by personnel maintain accurate driver records and support overall transportation team operations.
Requirements:
- Possession of a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with appropriate passenger and school bus endorsements (preferred or required depending on district policy).
- Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel Outlook web browsers and the ability to quickly learn new programs including GPS-based dispatch software.
- Excellent ability to handle urgent fast-changing situations with composure and sound judgment throughout the day.
- Strong communication organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Prior experience in school transportation dispatching or a related field is a plus.
This is a critical role that ensures the safe and timely transportation of students every day. If you are a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a dynamic environment we encourage you to apply!
At EASTCONN we believe that diversity is key to our success. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply including those who may not meet every listed qualification. Your passion drive and perspective are what matter most to us.
As an EEO/AA employer EASTCONN provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination harassment and retaliation based upon a persons race color religion sex age national or ethnic origin disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression or any other characteristic protected under applicable law and caste which is protected by our policies.
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About Company
Established in 1980, under Connecticut General Statute 10-66a, EASTCONN is one of Connecticut’s six, public, non-profit, Regional Educational Service Centers. EASTCONN was formed when two small, eastern Connecticut public service agencies merged in order to more effectively provide re ... View more