What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispatcher position at Comal ISD?
Primary Purpose:
Coordinates the daily operations (driver, routing, and vehicle activities) necessary to assure safe, on-time service. Must be able to work a flexible schedule. Maintains the highest level of ethical behavior with Campus Administrators, fellow employees and our community.
Education / Certification:
- 1. High School Diploma or GED.
- CDL License w / P&S endorsements.
- TEA Certification
- Must be certified or willing to obtain certification by the Texas Association of Pupil Transportation (TAPT) as a Pupil Transportation Official, Supervisor, Specialist or Trainer.
Special Knowledge / Skills:
- Possess thorough knowledge of the streets and highways in Comal and surrounding County.
- Possess operational / functional knowledge of computerized routing system (Transfinder preferred).
- Ability to read maps such as Mapsco, electronic maps in routing system, GPS data and give drivers accurate directions to specific locations/routes.
- Ability to work effectively with campus principals, staff, students, and parents.
- Strong organization skills and group presentation skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and well developed written and verbal communication skills.
- Computer literate, preferably in word processing, Access, and spreadsheets.
- Basic math skills, detail orientation, mapping and routing skills.
Experience / Other Requirements:
- Six months of experience in a driver position preferred.
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
- Presents a positive role model for drivers; co-workers and works effectively with others.
- Reports to work on time, is reliable and demonstrates leadership with proper attendance and punctuality.
- Exhibits good judgment in decision making, problem solving and excels under pressure.
- Recognizes needs of job and suggests ways to improve efficiency and productivity.
- Covers routes when no one else is available.
- Responds to radio calls to ensure the smooth operation of transportation services.
- Manages and coordinates the use of equipment as directed by the Area Supervisor.
- Responsible for distribution of keys, radios, VCR’s and other forms to collect data as needed.
- Coordinates and verifies field trip times on evenings and weekend with the Field Trip Specialist.
- Collects, completes and distributes departmental paperwork.
- Assists Routing Specialist in writing/auditing route descriptions and verifies mileage.
- Assembles and maintains a master list of all routes and trips.
- Maintains current list of all available pool & sub drivers and spare vehicles.
- Maintains a current file or set of files on each route; files include all information needed to describe the route and its component parts (program, school, map, assigned vehicle, list of passengers with addresses and telephone numbers, assigned buses, assigned drivers).
- Provides assistance to drivers and exercises discretionary judgment as necessary, to ensure that routes and trips are performed safely and on-time.
- Coordinates emergency response network when there is a problem on a route.
- Assist drivers with routing directions and communicates special service requirements.
- Maintain filing systems and paperwork in a neat and orderly fashion.
- Submits required reports and paperwork to Area Supervisor or Director of Transportation in a timely fashion.
- Cooperates with other members of the Transportation Department and operations staff to insure the continuation of a safe and smooth operation.
- Participate/advise administration about inclement weather conditions that may result in the closing of schools or road hazards.
- Reports all major problems and /or irregularities to the Area Supervisor or Director of Transportation.
- Encourages compliance with Comal ISD policies and processes. Discusses any breach of policy and procedure noted with Area Supervisor or Director of Transportation.
- Participates in the assigning of routes, buses, and special trips to drivers pursuant to established policies and procedures.
- Notifies the drivers of all emergency situations, accidents, breakdowns or any other event that will cause delays.
- Monitors radio etiquette and proper radio use between drivers and self.
- Maintains daily activity board, tracks absenteeism as well as a log of communications as directed.
- Coordinates vehicle service schedules with Lead Mechanic or Shop Supervisor to assure uninterrupted services due to PM’s.
- Recommends any operational changes to maximize route efficiency.
- Maintains TEA headcounts and files.
- Data input on student conduct reports as directed by Area Supervisor.
- Attend professional development activities/programs to keep abreast of developments and innovations in area of transportation.
- Responsible to keep current Class B CDL license w/ P&S endorsements, TEA certifications and any other requirements.
- Responsible for properly maintaining district records, adhering to all policies set forth by the district for records maintenance ad learning the records retention schedule for department records.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Benefits:
Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health InsuranceSalary : $33,174 - $45,868