School Transportation Dispatcher: Route & Field Trip Lead

Edinburg-Consolidated-Independent-School-District; Edinburg (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant-like perks not listed

Job summary

Edinburg CISD is seeking a Transportation Dispatcher to support the Director of Transportation and Bus Driver Supervisor. You will coordinate bus assignments, monitor field trips, and ensure safe, on-time transportation operations across the district.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, knowledge of bus routes and GPS systems, and is prepared to work non-exempt with 226-day work year. CDL endorsement preferred, and willingness to drive when needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of bus routes required.
• Knowledge of field trip assignments and procedures.
• CDL with Passenger Endorsement preferred.
• Knowledge of safety issues.
• Knowledge in GPS systems and map reading.

Responsibilities

• Assign buses from routes, mid-days, and trips as necessary.
• Ensure field trips are properly staffed.
• Ensure field trips are properly carried out.
• Monitor the two-way radio system.
• Monitor routes and field trips.
• Train drivers on use of two-way radios.
• Drive a school bus as needed.
• Maintain all binders and keys at all times
• Performs all duties in a safe manner to avoid injury to oneself and/or to others.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Bus routes knowledge

Field trip procedures

CDL (Passenger Endorsement) preferred

Safety awareness

GPS systems knowledge

Map reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

GPS systems

Job description

Edinburg CISD is seeking a Transportation Dispatcher to support the Director of Transportation and Bus Driver Supervisor. You will coordinate bus assignments, monitor field trips, and ensure safe, on-time transportation operations across the district.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, knowledge of bus routes and GPS systems, and is prepared to work non-exempt with 226-day work year. CDL endorsement preferred, and willingness to drive when needed.