2026-27 Dispatcher - Transportation Dept

Paradise Valley Unified School District; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,500; Full time

Job summary

The Paradise Valley Unified School District in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Transportation Dispatcher to coordinate drivers for regular routes, field trips, and special excursions. You will process routine and emergency requests, maintain department records, and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Responsibilities include planning bus routes, coordinating with contracted charters, dispatching drivers, and informing school personnel and parents about procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid CDL and relevant driving certifications required.
• CPR and First Aid certifications preferred.
• Ability to manage routes, schedules, and records accurately.

Responsibilities

• Plan and adjust bus routes and schedules to ensure coverage.
• Coordinate drivers for field trips and extracurriculars.
• Dispatch drivers to meet schedule demands.
• Maintain documents and communicate with staff and parents.
• Respond to inquiries and incidents per policy requirements.

Skills

Scheduling

Record keeping

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Commercial Driver's License

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Online Driver Training Certification – Bus Driver’s Certificate

Tools

Two-way radios

Office software

FCC regulations knowledge

Job description

Purpose Statement

The job of Transportation Dispatcher is to provide support to the educational process by coordinating and assigning drivers to regularly scheduled routes, special excursions, and field trips; processing requests for routine and emergency issues; maintaining department records; and coordinating assigned projects.

Position Details

Location: Transportation Department
Type: Non‑Interim position
Term: 12 months, 8 hours per day
Grade: 28 ($23.66 per hour)
Start Date: 08/20/2026
Reports to: Director of Transportation

Essential Functions

• Assist in planning bus routes and schedules to ensure all routes are covered.
• Collaborate with contracted charter buses for additional transportation needs, determining driver and equipment requirements.
• Coordinate buses and drivers for extracurricular activities such as field trips and athletic events.
• Dispatch drivers to meet schedule demands.
• Inform school personnel and parents about practices, rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Maintain a variety of manual and electronic documents, files, and records for documentation and compliance.
• Operate a two‑way radio in accordance with FCC regulations.
• Participate in unit meetings, in‑service training, workshops, and other required activities for information gathering and dissemination.
• Perform the functions of Transportation Bus Drivers as needed to meet transportation requirements.
• Process materials such as field trip requests and route changes to update and distribute information.
• Respond to inquiries from students, parents, and staff with information, directions, or resolution.
• Respond to injuries and/or accidents, complying with established policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Schedule work assignments for bus drivers and aides to ensure safe and timely completion of routes in accordance with administrative guidelines and legal requirements.

Other Functions

Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure efficient and effective functioning of the unit.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

SKILLS: Operate two‑way and county emergency radios, standard office equipment, and relevant software applications; perform clerical procedures; prepare and maintain accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE: Basic math including fractions, percents, and ratios; understanding of written procedures; ability to write routine documents and speak clearly; understanding of department policies, office practices, grammar, first aid, and CPR.

ABILITY: Schedule activities, meetings, or events; gather, collate, and classify data; adapt to changing priorities; meet deadlines and schedules; set priorities; work with detailed information and frequent interruptions; maintain rapport with employees, students, parents, and the public; problem‑solve by analyzing issues and creating action plans.

Responsibility

Work under limited supervision following standardized practices; lead, guide, and coordinate others; utilize resources from other units as needed; opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Work Environment

Requires some lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; fine finger dexterity; 75% sitting, 15% walking, 10% standing; generally clean and healthy environment.

Experience

Job‑related experience desired.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Certificates and Licenses

• Online Driver Training Certification – Bus Driver’s Certificate
• Commercial Driver’s License
• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certificate

Clearances and Continuing Education

• CPR Certificate Renewal
• Criminal Background Clearance
• First Aid Certificate Renewal
• MMR
• Pre‑Placement Medical Clearance
• Pre‑Placement Physical Capacities Test
• Valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Card

FLSA Status

Non‑Exempt.

EEO Statement

Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School’s compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), or Title II of the Genetic Information Non‑Discrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) may contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.