Transportation Dispatcher (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tucson Unified School District (TUSD1.org); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District in Tucson seeks a Transportation Dispatcher to coordinate dispatch functions and programs. You must communicate effectively in writing and speech.

Requirements include four years of bus transportation experience, proficiency with word processing, database, and spreadsheet software, and strong English communication. Pre-employment steps include FBI fingerprint background check, measles/mumps/rubella immunization or proof of immunity, and a post-offer drug/alcohol

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of experience in bus transportation.
• Proficiency with word processing, database and spreadsheet software.
• Verbal & written communication in English; ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transportation dispatch functions and programs.

Skills

Word processing

Database

Spreadsheets

Job description

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Summary

Coordinate transportation dispatch functions and programs. Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing.

Minimum Requirements

• Four (4) years experience in bus transportation
• Knowledge and ability to use word processing, database and spreadsheet programs
• Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions

Requirements Prior To Start Date

• FBI fingerprint background check
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization
• Must submit to a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol screen

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a school transportation environment

COMMENTS

Effective: 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Location: Transportation - Broadway & Kino Parkway Area

FTE: 1.0 – 8 hours per day

Work Calendar: 12 month

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language.

For more information on salary schedule, please reference the Employee Agreements Webpage.

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.