What are the responsibilities and job description for the Charter School Transportation Coordinator position at City of Cape Coral?
Individual(s) assigned to this classification must report to work per their assigned schedule.
The Charter School Transportation Coordinator oversees the safe, efficient, and effective operation of school bus routes and services. The incumbent is responsible for coordinating bus routes, managing daily bus driver assignments, and ensuring seamless communication between drivers, students, parents, and school staff. The role also involves data analysis, route planning, and emergency response coordination to maintain the highest standards of safety and service.
- Route and Area Management: Recognize and recommend improvements for bus routes and loading areas and implement approved changes to optimize transportation services.
- Record Keeping and Compliance: Maintain and update all required records, including student surveys, route sheets, and documentation for route/stop changes, ensuring adherence to privacy and confidentiality regulations.
- Driver Coordination: Assign and coordinate daily bus routes for drivers, ensuring proper scheduling and communication of route changes.
- Communication: Effectively communicate with parents, school employees, and the public to foster positive relationships and resolve concerns related to bus routes, schedules, or service issues.
- Data Monitoring and Analysis: Track and analyze data related to bus arrival/departure times, student load, and other metrics to implement necessary routing and scheduling adjustments for safety and efficiency.
- Route Change Coordination: Facilitate communication and coordination of route and stop changes among drivers, supervisors, staff, schools, parents, and students to ensure smooth implementation.
- Operational Support: Dispatch drivers and vehicles, communicating instructions via telephone or two-way radio. Ensure clear, calm, and concise verbal transmissions during high-volume communication.
- Emergency Response: Assist bus drivers in emergency situations, providing information and support as necessary.
- Bus Operator Monitoring: Monitor driver check-ins for both AM and PM runs, documenting bus operation activities, including delays, breakdowns, and student drop-offs.
- Student Placement: Assist with the placement of new students on buses and inform drivers of any new or dismissed students.
- Problem Resolution: Communicate with drivers about issues related to parents, students, and co-workers and assist in finding solutions to ensure a safe and efficient transportation system.
- Radio System Maintenance: Manage the two-way radio system to ensure constant communication with drivers throughout the day.
- Log Maintenance: Maintain a daily log of bus operations, including breakdowns, student pickups, drop-offs, and parent interactions.
- Safety and Route Concerns: Report any safety concerns or route issues raised by drivers or parents to the appropriate Transportation Manager for follow-up.
- Administrative Support: Operate standard office equipment, including word processing and data management systems. Assist with answering department phones and performing clerical tasks as needed.
(NOTE: The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to that position.)
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
- Experience:
- Experience with computer-assisted routing and scheduling.
- Previous experience as a school bus driver preferred.
- Knowledge of data management systems and excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Certifications: CDL license with Passenger/School Bus (P/S) endorsement preferred.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities effectively.
- Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in stressful or emergency situations.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to exercise good judgment.
- Proficient with office software and data management tools.
Salary : $21 - $30
