Bus Dispatcher

The Greece Central School District believes that all students benefit from a culture where diversity, inclusion, and equity with excellence are valued. Greece Central School District welcomes stakeholders who can collaborate with other staff to ensure that our policies, regulations, practices, programs and services promote equity, inclusion, and diversity.

Salary: $50,000
Bargaining Unit (click here for contracts): GUSS Contract

Report Times: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Daily Hours: 8.5 (7.5 Paid)
Work Year: 12 Months
Supervisor: Assistant Director of Transportation

Civil Service Title: Bus Dispatcher (Competitive)

Minimum Requirements:
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma plus one (1) year paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience as a bus driver, or clerical work in bus transportation activities.

Desired Qualifications:
Good knowledge of the coordination of a large fleet of buses;
Ability to carry out simple oral and written instructions;
Ability to maintain good relations with the Drivers. Attendants and Department Staff;
Alertness; willingness to learn;
Strong interpersonal skills;
Must exhibit professional demeanor;
Demonstrate a high level of confidentiality;
Good judgment, team player and ability to work flexible hours;
Good attendance record;
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, including multitasking and meeting deadlines amid multiple distractions;
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position;
Familiar with computer applications (ex. Google Docs, Word and Excel/Technology Skills);
Must possess or obtain 19A Certification within one year;
Must possess or obtain School Bus Driver Instructor (SBDI) Certification within 18 months.

Position Summary/Responsibilities:
Assigns Drivers and Attendants to bus routes;
Dispatches vehicles according to the schedule;
Communicates effectively in a professional manner with Schools and Parents;
Assists with payroll and other required records and forms;
Maintains records for regular and special runs;
Checks Driver files and reviews training and licenses;
Arranges for substitute Drivers and Attendants;
Operates Dispatch console and two-way radio;
Assists with Driver and Attendant training;
Assists with assigning additional work (field trips and sports trips);
Substitutes as a Bus Driver as needed;
Other duties as required.

Questions regarding this posting should be directed to:
Name: David Richardson
Title: Executive Director of Student Operations
Email: David.Richardson@Greececsd.org

All new employees must be fingerprinted and cleared for employment through the NYSED before employment begins.
The Greece Central School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, age, disability, or any other status protected by law.

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