Transportation Software & Routing Specialist

Poplar Bluff School District; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Poplar Bluff School District seeks a Transportation Software Technician to manage the district's transportation hardware, software, and training needs, including Transfinder RouteFinder Plus and Here Comes The Bus systems.

The right candidate will hold a Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate and a background in computer science or information technology, communicating clearly with staff and ensuring data security. This is a 12-month position reporting to the Director of Transportation.

Qualifications

• Must have and maintain a valid Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate.
• Background in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• Experience with Windows and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain routing software and assist district administration and parents with transportation routes and other needs.
• Maintain accurate files of all business matters.
• Inform supervisors of all important issues.
• Gather information to assist the director in scheduling routes and day-to-day operations.
• Assist other staff members with various issues including accounts and training.
• Keep supervisor aware of scheduled meetings/trips.
• Prepare reports when requested.
• Gather data and prepare statistical materials when requested.
• Assist with registration and other tasks involving technology or programs.
• Ensures and maintains the integrity of data collected.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally in stressful situations to an audience including staff members and parents.
• Must be motivated to learn new concepts and information independently and through self-directed resources.

Skills

Computer science background

Information technology background

Communication skills

Education

Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate

Tools

Transfinder RouteFinder Plus

Here Comes The Bus GPS

REI video surveillance systems

Job description

Poplar Bluff School District seeks a Transportation Software Technician to manage the district's transportation hardware, software, and training needs, including Transfinder RouteFinder Plus and Here Comes The Bus systems.

The right candidate will hold a Missouri Substitute Teaching Certificate and a background in computer science or information technology, communicating clearly with staff and ensuring data security. This is a 12-month position reporting to the Director of Transportation.