Transit Dispatcher: Route & Communications Specialist

Illinois School District U-46; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Illinois School District U-46 is seeking a Dispatcher to maintain communication with drivers, schools, and the public, handling inquiries and coordinating routes and programs. This is a 10-month assignment starting ASAP with a starting rate of $26.71 per hour.

Responsibilities include recording and reporting on routes, ensuring confidentiality, and collaborating with staff. Prior routing or transportation experience and VersaTrans knowledge are preferred; a high school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current school bus driving permit/endorsement preferred.
• Experience in the transportation field preferred.
• VersaTrans routing experience preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.
• Must be highly organized and detail oriented.
• Working knowledge of electronic record keeping, data entry, and retrieval.

Responsibilities

• Responds to radio and telephone inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
• Prepares, processes, and archives accurate records, data, and reports associated with routes and programs as assigned.
• Acknowledges and maintains confidentiality at all times.
• Collaborates with district and department staff to effectively solve problems in a constructive and professional manner.
• Assists in the planning and maintenance of routes and programs.
• Flexibility in the assigned work schedule is a requirement. Weekends and/or overtime may be requested based on operational needs.
• May be required to work at either transportation location based on operational needs. In addition, may be required to attend training or meetings off site.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Highly organized

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma

School bus driving permit/endorsement

Tools

VersaTrans routing

Job description

Illinois School District U-46 is seeking a Dispatcher to maintain communication with drivers, schools, and the public, handling inquiries and coordinating routes and programs. This is a 10-month assignment starting ASAP with a starting rate of $26.71 per hour.

Responsibilities include recording and reporting on routes, ensuring confidentiality, and collaborating with staff. Prior routing or transportation experience and VersaTrans knowledge are preferred; a high school diploma is required.