DISPATCHER / ROUTER (Temporary) Transportation 3.0 hrs. p/day (9:30 am - 12:30 pm) M-F Student attendance days only
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Purpose Statement The job of dispatcher/router is done for the purpose/s of assisting the transportation supervisor in ensuring safe efficient transportation of Washougal students. This position reports to the Transportation Supervisor Essential Functions
- Assists in the routing process for the purpose of student pick up and delivery each day.
- Performs the duties of a dispatcher for the purpose of keeping drivers and supervisor aware of problems.
- Schedules buses and drivers for the purpose of filling routes and extra trips as needed.
- Assists with calling substitute drivers and maintaining dispatch guide for assigning routes.
- Maintains field trip postings and fills assignments by seniority.
- Documents and reports to the Supervisor findings regarding complaints about stop locations, driver schedules, and bus capacities.
- Maintains maps and written routes for the transportation department.
- Assists in updating changes in bus routes for bus stops as required.
- Maintains a variety of fiscal information, files and records for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference and audit trail for compliance.
- Monitors staff absences using the automated substitute system for the purpose of ensuring the appropriate staff daily for students and for payroll purposes.
- Assists in preparing the State Report for Transportation.
- Prepares timesheets for bus drivers and other transportation staff monthly.
- Processes a variety of documents, mail, and materials (e.g. inventory, driving records, etc.)
Other Functions
- Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Ability SKILLS are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating equipment used in transporting students i.e. two way radio and large and small buses, vans etc; and preparing and maintaining accurate records, operating standard office equipment, keyboarding, and utilizing pertinent software applications. Understanding board policies, regulations and/or laws pertaining to transporting Washougal students. Knowledge is required to perform basic math including calculation using fractions percents and/or ratios; understand written procedures write routine documents and speak clearly; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include; safety practices and procedures; pertinent codes, policies; regulations and laws, locate addresses and determine school boundary, and regulations related to student confidentiality of student records. ABILITY is required to schedule drivers and activities; routinely gather and collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized method. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals; work with many types of data; and utilize job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to analyze issues and create actions plans. Problem solving with data requiring analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is limited.. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include; maintaining confidentiality and working with frequent interruptions; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; multitasking; communicating with diverse groups. Responsibility Responsibility include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; providing information and/or advising others; operating within a limited defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization’s services. Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s function require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and /or pulling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 70% sitting, 20% walking and 10% standing. This job is performed under minimal temperature variations and some hazardous conditions. experience: Job related experience is required. Education: High school Diploma or equivalent. Required testing Certificates & Licenses (Must be current) Pre-employment Map and Route test Valid WA state driver’s license with Class B CDL with “P” and Pre-employment drug test “S” endorsements with no airbrake restriction WA State School Bus Driver’s authorization DOT physical card Valid First Aid certificate Continuing Ed/Training Annual Driver In-service Clearances WA State Misconduct Clearance Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance