Transportation Dispatcher

Michigan Association of School Boards; Saginaw Charter Township (MI); Vor Ort; USD 28.000 - 33.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Saginaw Intermediate School District is seeking a Transportation Dispatcher to manage daily dispatching of staff, adjust schedules, and ensure safe, timely transport for students. The role requires strong communication with drivers, parents, and administrators, and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities include route development input, maintaining records, and coordinating field trips. The position supports safe school operations and may involve emergencies or schedule changes as

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three years in a school transportation department or related field.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to learn and operate a computerized routing program.
• Thorough knowledge of district streets and bus routes.
• Familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations.
• CDL Class B license preferred.
• Ability to work under stress and time constraints.
• Good interpersonal relationship skills.

Aufgaben

• Daily dispatching of transportation staff.
• Alter, reroute, and rearrange schedules as directed.
• Monitor and respond to all bus radio calls.
• Assign and acquaint transportation staff to routes when necessary.
• Provide input in development, monitoring, and modification of bus routes.
• Provide timely responses to parental inquiries and concerns.
• Coordinate with staff to schedule transportation for field trips and activities.
• Attend meetings as requested.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Work cooperatively with staff, parents, and the public.

Kenntnisse

Interpersonal skills

Learning ability

Work under pressure

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

CDL Class B license

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Google

Jobbeschreibung

Deadline: November 12, 2026
District/Organization: Saginaw ISD
Position/Type: Other, full time
Salary: Per USW CBA (New) $20 – $23.90/hour

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Transportation Director and Transportation Supervisor

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under the direction of the Transportation Administrators, this position is responsible for dispatching transportation staff to ensure safe and timely transportation of students to school and related school events. Will provide input in the development and maintenance of bus routes and provide assistance with emergencies and adjustments due to accidents, weather breakdowns, or school schedules. May assist parents, drivers, and administrators in the resolution of problem situations.

Salary: Per USW CBA (New) $20 – $23.90/hour

DEPARTMENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Daily dispatching of transportation staff.
• Alter, reroute, and rearrange schedules as directed.
• Working knowledge and skills with MS Excel, MS Word, and Google.
• Monitor and appropriately respond to all bus radio calls.
• May, as necessary, assign and acquaint transportation staff, including substitutes, to routes.
• Provide input in the development, monitoring, and modification of bus routes to maintain the most efficient and effective transportation operation.
• Provide timely and appropriate responses to parental inquiries and concerns.
• Coordinate with instructional staff and administrators as necessary to schedule transportation for field trips, special assignments, and related activities.
• Participate as necessary in staff, student, and consultative meetings.
• Work cooperatively with staff, parents, and the public.
• Maintain records and prepare reports.
• Attend professional meetings, safety meetings and other meetings as requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 1. High school diploma or GED equivalency.
2. 2. Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a school transportation department or related field.
3. 3. Basic computer skills.
4. 4. Ability to learn and/or demonstrated ability in working with a computerized routing program.
5. 5. Thorough knowledge of the district’s streets, bus routes, and all appropriate areas.
6. 6. Thorough knowledge of all pertinent federal, state, and local regulations, laws, policies, and procedures.
7. 7. CDL Class B license, Michigan School Bus Driver Qualifications, licenses, and prior bus driving experience preferred.
8. 8. Demonstrated ability to function positively under stress and severe time constraints.
9. 9. Good interpersonal relationship skills. Must be able to work well with students, parents, and co-workers.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

Saginaw Intermediate School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender and gender identity, disability, age, or national origin in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Executive Director of Human Resources
Saginaw Intermediate School District
3933 Barnard Road, Saginaw, MI 48603
Telephone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail] Web: www.sisd.cc