School Bus Dispatch & Logistics Coordinator

Bellevue School District; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Bellevue School District is hiring for a Transportation Coordinator – Dispatcher to coordinate dispatch activities for buses and drivers ensuring safe and timely transportation of students. The role involves scheduling field trips, supporting drivers with routes and bid processes, and handling transport-related inquiries.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, at least two years in a transportation setting and prior school bus driving experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years’ experience within a transportation department.
• Previous experience as a school bus driver preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates field and athletic trips with schools; provides cost estimates and arranges buses, charter buses, and drivers.
• Coordinates and supports drivers with routes, trips, bidding, maps, buses and equipment, policies and procedures.
• Resolves transportation problems and maintains positive relations with parents, drivers and district staff.

Skills

Map reading

Communication skills

Team player

Project management

Analytical thinking

Bus driving skills

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Bellevue School District is hiring for a Transportation Coordinator – Dispatcher to coordinate dispatch activities for buses and drivers ensuring safe and timely transportation of students. The role involves scheduling field trips, supporting drivers with routes and bid processes, and handling transport-related inquiries.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma, at least two years in a transportation setting and prior school bus driving experience.