Driver III-Dispatcher 3662 - Tucson

Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind - ASDB; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

State's retirement plan

Life insurance and LTD

Wellness and discounts

Job summary

Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (ASDB) in Tucson is hiring a Transportation/Driver III-Dispatcher. This permanent, full-time role supports bus operations, dispatches routes, and coordinates between drivers, schools, and families to ensure safe, on-time service.

The position requires a valid Arizona CDL with passenger and S endorsements, FBI/state background clearance, and training in CIT, CPR, and First Aid or willingness to obtain.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Able to operate standard communications equipment.
• Good problem-solving and clerical skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to two-way radio communications and supervise operations.
• Serve as liaison between drivers, parents, and schools to coordinate routes.
• Perform documentation and clerical tasks related to transportation.
• Provide backup driving support when substitutes are unavailable.
• Duties may vary by position and assignment.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Operate radios

Problem solving

Office equipment software

Job description

• Position Type: Transportation/ Driver III-Dispatcher
• Date Posted: 7/27/2026
• Location: Transportation-Tucson

DRIVER III-DISPATCHER

Location: Tucson

Employee Status: Permanent

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Calendar: 12-Month

Pay Rate: $16.78-$20.45

Other: Current CDL with P&S Endorsement Required
Shift typically falls between 5am-7pm Monday-Friday. Other hours might be required as necessary.

CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Monitor, respond, and maintain supervision of two-way radio communication
• Serve as a liaison between drivers, parents, and schools
• Perform a variety of documentation and other clerical activities
• Serve as back up driver when routes cannot be covered by substitutes
• Individual positions may be responsible for some or all of the listed duties and/or other related duties

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Policies, procedures, and programs of the immediate work unit.
• Principles and practices of administration and management.
• Agency or program rules, regulations, and operating procedures.
• Federal Communications Commission radio transmission procedures
• CPR, First Aid, and evacuation procedures

SKILLED IN:

• Microsoft Office
• Operating communication equipment
• Problem solving
• Use of office equipment and computer programs

ABILITY TO:

• Communicate information so others will understand
• Create and maintain driver records

SPECIAL CONDITIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to pass FBI and State background check.
• Must have or be able to obtain an Arizona Level 1 fingerprint clearance card.
• Valid Arizona CDL with passenger and S endorsement
• Must pass post offer physical
• ASL(American Sign Language) skills if working with deaf or hard of hearing staff/students
• Positions working directly with students must obtain CIT (Crisis Intervention Training), CPR, and First Aid certification

BENEFITS

• medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, supplemental and dependent life insurance
• basic life, non-smokers, accidental death and dismemberment and seat belt insurance
• State's retirement plan and long-term disability (LTD) program
• Employee Self-Service, Wellness, Tuition Discount, Travel Reduction, Auto & Home Insurance and Purchase Discount Programs

CONTACT INFORMATION

For more information contact the Recruiter at: [e-mail]
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting the Recruiter. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Arizona State Government is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.