Dispatcher

Edinburg-Consolidated-Independent-School-District; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant-like perks not listed

Job summary

Edinburg CISD is seeking a Transportation Dispatcher to support the Director of Transportation and Bus Driver Supervisor. You will coordinate bus assignments, monitor field trips, and ensure safe, on-time transportation operations across the district.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, knowledge of bus routes and GPS systems, and is prepared to work non-exempt with 226-day work year. CDL endorsement preferred, and willingness to drive when needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of bus routes required.
• Knowledge of field trip assignments and procedures.
• CDL with Passenger Endorsement preferred.
• Knowledge of safety issues.
• Knowledge in GPS systems and map reading.

Responsibilities

• Assign buses from routes, mid-days, and trips as necessary.
• Ensure field trips are properly staffed.
• Ensure field trips are properly carried out.
• Monitor the two-way radio system.
• Monitor routes and field trips.
• Train drivers on use of two-way radios.
• Drive a school bus as needed.
• Maintain all binders and keys at all times
• Performs all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or to others.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Bus routes knowledge

Field trip procedures

CDL (Passenger Endorsement) preferred

Safety awareness

GPS systems knowledge

Map reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GPS systems

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Edinburg CISD

• Position Type: Transportation Department/ Dispatcher
• Date Posted: 10/14/2026
• Location: Transportation Department
• Date Available: 10/14/2026

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

LENGTH OF WORK YEAR: 226 days DATE REVISED JUL 28, 2025

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Non-Exempt

SALARY RANGE: $15.97 Minimum
$22.51 Maximum PAY GRADE: CO3

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Transportation and Bus Driver Supervisor, the Dispatcher is responsible for any assignments made to him/her with particular emphasis on those listed below.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Graduate or GED

Knowledgeable in bus routes required

Knowledgeable in field trip assignments and procedures

Certified bus driver with CDL (Passenger Endorsement) preferred

Knowledge relating to safety issues

Knowledge in GPS systems and map reading

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Assign buses from routes, mid-days, and trips as necessary.
• To ensure that all field trips are properly staffed.
• To ensure that all field trips are properly carried out.
• To monitor the two-way radio system.
• To monitor routes and field trips.
• To train drivers on use of two-way radios.
• To drive a school bus as needed.
• Maintain all binders and keys at all times
• Performs all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or to others.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Two-way radio, telephone, computer, GPS software

WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Occasional prolonged irregular hours
• Frequent district travel
• Repetitive hand motions

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

Nondiscrimination Statement
Edinburg CISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Title IX issues: Mark Micallef, [e-mail], Director of Personnel/Legal Issues, ADA/504 issues: Sofia Hinojosa, [e-mail] , Director of Student & Social Services, 411 N. 8thAvenue, Edinburg, TX 78539, [phone].