School Bus Dispatch & Operations Lead

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD seeks qualified applicants with Texas CDL endorsements (P and S) and a minimum age of 18 to support transportation operations. The role requires strong communication, map reading, and computer skills, with preferred two years of school bus driving experience.

Responsibilities include coordinating driver substitutes, handling absences, and maintaining dispatch records. The position involves opening duties, field trip coordination, and weather-related communications, with a

Qualifications

• Must have Texas CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritize effectively with strong customer service.
• Effective and professional telephone, radio, and communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand documents including state/federal laws, district policy, and procedures.
• Proficient map reading skills.
• Minimum of two years’ experience as a certified school bus driver preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interact professionally with District/department personnel and community members to ensure a positive customer experience.
• Open building and prepare for daily operations (opening shift).
• Record driver and attendant absences and assign substitutes as needed.
• Coordinate with sponsors, drivers, and attendants on field trip information and logistics.
• Maintain logs, worksheets, and reports related to dispatch operations.
• Assist with inclement weather/school closures and communications.

Skills

CDL P&S endorsements

Customer service

Communication skills

Map reading

Computer skills

Reading/state documents

Under pressure

Phone/radio etiquette

Tools

Microsoft Office

GPS mapping software

Job description

Cypress-Fairbanks ISD seeks qualified applicants with Texas CDL endorsements (P and S) and a minimum age of 18 to support transportation operations. The role requires strong communication, map reading, and computer skills, with preferred two years of school bus driving experience.

Responsibilities include coordinating driver substitutes, handling absences, and maintaining dispatch records. The position involves opening duties, field trip coordination, and weather-related communications, with a