School Transportation Scheduler — Route Planner with CDL Support

Tripoli Community School District; Tripoli (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Tripoli Community School District is seeking a dependable Transportation Scheduler to coordinate daily school bus routes and activity trips. The role focuses on safe, reliable transportation for students and involves communicating with drivers, staff, and families.

The candidate should have strong organizational and scheduling skills, communicate effectively, and adapt to changing needs. CDL endorsement assistance is available through the district.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong organizational, scheduling, and time-management skills.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to coordinate transportation schedules and respond to changing needs.
• Ability to work cooperatively with administrators, bus drivers, staff, parents, and other district personnel.
• Basic computer skills and maintaining accurate transportation records.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professionalism.
• Valid driver's license required; CDL with endorsements preferred, with district assistance available to obtain CDL.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, and maintain daily school bus routes and transportation schedules.
• Coordinate bus assignments for regular routes, extracurriculars, athletic events, field trips, and other transportation needs.
• Communicate schedules and changes to drivers, administrators, and staff.
• Coordinate transportation for school activities with building principals, coaches, teachers, and staff.
• Arrange substitute drivers and coverage when regular drivers are unavailable.
• Adjust routes due to student needs, driver availability, weather, or other circumstances.
• Maintain records of bus routes, driver assignments, and activity trips.
• Serve as a point of contact for transportation scheduling questions from staff and families.
• Work with the Superintendent to address transportation concerns and improvements.
• Assist with transportation for students requiring specialized services as applicable.
• Monitor requests and conflicts to ensure efficient use of buses and drivers.
• Ensure schedules align with state requirements and district policies.
• Attend meetings to coordinate transportation schedules and information.
• Perform other transportation scheduling and administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Scheduling

Organization

Communication

Problem-solving

Driver's license

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Tripoli Community School District is seeking a dependable Transportation Scheduler to coordinate daily school bus routes and activity trips. The role focuses on safe, reliable transportation for students and involves communicating with drivers, staff, and families.

The candidate should have strong organizational and scheduling skills, communicate effectively, and adapt to changing needs. CDL endorsement assistance is available through the district.