Routing Technician

Position Status- Benefited Tier 1 8 hours daily

Salary Range F $18.50

Working Calendar 261 Days

Required High School Diploma or equivalent Proof of MMR & Hepatitis B Health Record IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Routing Technician Purpose Statement The job of Routing Technician is done for the purpose/s of providing support within the student transportation services area with specific responsibilities required to meet student safety/ discipline during transportation; providing activity information from a variety of sources; and collecting and referring information relating to student transportation system operations. Also providing clerical support to assigned personnel; communicating information to staff and the public; maintaining complete and accurate records; and providing information and/or direction as requested.

This job reports to Director of TransportationEssential Functions

• Answers questions from internal and external parties (e.g. staff, parents, students, public agencies, etc.) for the purpose of providing general information and/or routing inquiries.
• Assists Director of Transportation/ Routing Specialist with review and assignments of routes during year for the purpose of ensuring that activity during transportation meet state guidelines, safety and requirements.
• Attends department and/or in-service meetings for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
• Collects data for the purpose of preparing reports and/or processing forms.
• Communicates with drivers and others (e.g. responding to inquiries and investigates, etc.) for the purpose of assisting with route related discipline problems.
• Maintains manual and electronic documents files and records (e.g. letters, forms, reports, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date information and/or historical reference in accordance with established administrative guidelines and legal requirements.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and materials (e.g. forms, office supplies, cameras, mounting supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring items' availability.
• Performs functions of a school bus driver for the purpose of meeting the district's transportation service needs.
• Prepares written materials (e.g. incident reports, activity logs, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
• Prepares documents and reports (e.g. incident reports, activity logs, form letters and memos, calendars, bulletins, periodic reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information to other parties and/or agencies.
• Processes documents and materials (e.g. work orders, expense claims, invoices, etc.) for the purpose of providing required information.
• Refers incidents including personal injuries, altercations, suspicious activities, rule violations, etc. to appropriate site personnel for the purpose of ensuring follow-up in accordance with administrative, site security and student safety guidelines.
• Reports potential/ actual conflicts and emergency situations for the purpose of minimizing disruptions of transportation activities and/or injury to involved parties.
• Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources regarding transportation security issues for the purpose of providing information, direction and/or referral for addressing inquiry.
• Reviews student behavior during transportation (e.g. cameras, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring student compliance with established guidelines, maintaining a safe, secure and positive transportation environment.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.; adhering to safety practices and procedures; applying job-related codes, regulations and laws; classifying data and/or information. KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: concepts of grammar and punctuation; common office machines; office methods and practices.; age appropriate behavior; job-related codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies; key-boarding; knowledge of community resources; recordkeeping and record retention practices; Zonar, Easy Bus, and Transfinder software; school safety and security practices. ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; working with frequent interruptions; working as part of a team; maintaining confidentiality; being attentive to detail; meeting deadlines and schedules; adapting to changing work priorities; analyzing issues and determining appropriate course of action; displaying tact and courtesy; and working with detailed information/data. Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; providing information and/or advising others; operating within a defined budget. utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization's services. Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 25% sitting, 25% walking, and 50% standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free environment. Experience Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required. Education High school diploma or equivalent. Equivalency Required TestingCertificates Valid Driver's License & Evidence of Insurability

Continuing Educ./TrainingClearances Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

FLSA Status Approval Date Salary Range Non Exempt F(18.50)