School Transportation Dispatch Lead

Talentify; Newtown (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic life insurance

Holiday pay

PTO accrual

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Summit School Services is seeking a dedicated Dispatch Coordinator to manage daily driver and bus assistant assignments, ensuring on-time routes and effective communication with drivers. The role involves coordinating vehicle service, responding to emergencies, and maintaining detailed route records.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read maps and routes and coordinate dispatch.
• Ability to work under pressure in fast-paced environments.
• Bi-lingual abilities a plus.

Responsibilities

• Directs daily dispatch assignments for drivers and aides.
• Ensures on-time route coverage and communicates changes.
• Coordinates vehicle service and repairs with Maintenance.
• Responds to emergencies and reassigns resources as needed.
• Maintains records of routes, driver details, and student data.
• Handles customer inquiries professionally and escalates issues as needed.

Skills

Geographic knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Routing software

Job description

Summit School Services is seeking a dedicated Dispatch Coordinator to manage daily driver and bus assistant assignments, ensuring on-time routes and effective communication with drivers. The role involves coordinating vehicle service, responding to emergencies, and maintaining detailed route records.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.