Student Transport Scheduler & Dispatcher

Student Transportation of America Inc; Philomath (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Student Transportation of America Inc is seeking a dependable Student Transport Dispatcher to coordinate daily student transportation operations and serve as a key link between drivers, schools, families, and transportation staff to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable service. The position offers a temporary training schedule of approximately 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m.

- 12:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Open the transportation office each morning.
• Maintain and update driver schedules.
• Ensure drivers report to work and complete required paperwork.
• Assign substitute drivers and coordinate special transportation needs, including field trips and athletic events.
• Answer phones, communicate via two-way radio, and provide transportation updates to schools and families.
• Assist with route planning and scheduling.
• Monitor GPS tracking and daily transportation operations.
• Coordinate with the Corvallis School District and transportation partners.
• Ensure daily vehicle inspections and cleaning requirements are completed.
• Work with maintenance staff to schedule vehicle service and repairs.
• Report operational concerns to the Operations Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Student Transportation of America Inc is seeking a dependable Student Transport Dispatcher to coordinate daily student transportation operations and serve as a key link between drivers, schools, families, and transportation staff to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable service. The position offers a temporary training schedule of approximately 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m.

- 12:30 p.m.