What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Router I position at The School District of Lee County?
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Associate’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
- Demonstrated experience and proficiency with personal computers and software applications including but not limited to Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience in a transportation role such as logistics, dispatch or data entry.
- Bilingual fluency in Spanish, Portuguese, or Creole.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
- Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
- Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and best practices related to the area of responsibility.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to professionally and effectively respond to customer needs and requests for service or assistance.
- Ability to follow established procedures and guidelines.
- Ability to retrieve, interpret, and communicate data in varied formats.
- Ability to remain alert, patient, and calm in stressful situations.
- Ability to sit and view computer screen or other monitoring devices for prolonged periods of time.
Revised: 05/12/2026
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Typical duties include but are not limited to:
- Assist in developing and maintaining efficient bus routes for Special Centers under the guidance of a Senior Router or supervisor.
- Input and update student transportation data, stop locations, bell schedules, and special program information.
- Make routine route adjustments based on enrollment changes, address updates, and school assignments.
- Verify accuracy of route sheets, stop times, and driver instructions.
- Respond to routine inquiries from schools, parents, and transportation staff regarding bus stops and schedules.
- Provide assistance to higher-level routers on complex routing projects or data audits.
- Maintain accurate records of route changes, stop requests, and assignment updates.
- Maintain confidentiality of student information in accordance with FERPA and other applicable regulations.
- Use two-way communication devices to relay route adjustments to operators.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Revised: 05/12/2026
Additional Job Information
S06, $20.74, 8 hours, 255 days
Compensation may increase based upon relevant education and experience.
Salary : $21