Dispatcher

DS Bus Lines; Port Washington (NY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Equal opportunity employer

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Beacon Mobility in Port Washington, NY is seeking a highly organized School Bus Dispatcher to plan routes, schedules, and ensure safe student transportation for school, field trips, and activities.

You will coordinate drivers, monitor GPS/dispatch software, handle delays and emergencies, and maintain accurate records with a focus on safety and regulatory compliance. Starting rate is $25.00 per hour, with opportunities for growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Proven dispatching experience or related field preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and dispatch software.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Daily Scheduling: Develop and manage efficient bus routes and schedules.
• Driver Coordination: Primary contact for drivers, updating routes and handling issues.
• Emergency Response: Dispatch assistance and inform stakeholders during incidents.
• Communication: Maintain clear contact with drivers, schools, and parents.
• Fleet Monitoring: Use GPS/dispatch software to track locations and adherence.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure operations meet transportation regulations.
• Record Keeping: Document routes, driver assignments and incidents.
• Continuous Improvement: Work with managers to improve routing and safety.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Dispatch software

Organizational skills

Communication

Tools

GPS dispatch software

Job description

## DispatcherApply: Harbor Yard: Full time: Posted Yesterday: REQ-2026-4416Huntington Coach LLCWe are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented School Bus Dispatcher to join our Port Washington team. In this role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of students to and from school, field trips, and special activities. This position requires strong communication skills, quick problem-solving abilities, and a dedication to student safety.**Key Responsibilities:*** **Daily Scheduling:** Develop and manage efficient bus routes and schedules, ensuring on-time student pick-up and drop-off.* **Driver Coordination:** Serve as the primary contact for bus drivers, communicating route updates and navigating traffic or weather-related issues.* **Emergency Response:** Handle transportation emergencies such as accidents or delays, dispatching assistance promptly and informing relevant stakeholders.* **Communication:** Maintain clear and consistent communication with drivers, school officials, and parents to address any concerns or changes.* **Fleet Monitoring:** Use GPS and dispatch software to track bus locations, ensuring adherence to routes and schedules.* **Regulatory Compliance:** Ensure all transportation operations comply with relevant student transportation regulations.* **Record Keeping:** Accurately document routes, driver assignments, and any incidents for reporting and analysis.* **Continuous Improvement:** Work with transportation managers to enhance routing efficiency and safety procedures.**Qualifications:*** Proven experience in dispatching or a related field is preferred.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and dispatch software.* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.* Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.**Why Join Us?*** Be part of a dedicated team focused on student safety and service.* Opportunities for growth and professional development.* Starting rate of $25.00 per hour, depending on experience.Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.