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Dispatcher

Illinois School District U-46
Elgin, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2025

Position Type :

Transportation / Dispatcher

Date Posted : 12 / 18 / 2024

Location :

Transportation Department

Date Available : ASAP

Closing Date : Until Filled

Position / Title : Dispatcher

Bargaining Unit : DUTU

Department / Location : Transportation

Calendar Days : 192

Reports To : Route Manager / Assistant Route Manager

JD Revision Date : 03 / 16 / 2022

Supervises : N / A

Function / Position Summary

Maintain excellent communication with drivers, schools, public, and department staff, by responding to all two-way radio and telephone inquiries in a timely, pleasant, and professional manner. Work through / troubleshoot issues and concerns as they relate to routes and programs.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

  • Responds to radio and telephone inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
  • Prepares, processes, and archives accurate records, data, and reports associated with routes and programs as assigned.
  • Acknowledges and maintains confidentiality at all times.
  • Collaborates with district and department staff to effectively solve problems in a constructive and professional manner.
  • Assists in the planning and maintenance of routes and programs.
  • Flexibility in the assigned work schedule is a requirement. Weekends and / or overtime may be requested based on operational needs.
  • May be required to work at either transportation location based on operational needs. In addition, may be required to attend training or meetings off site.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Education

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid Illinois commercial driver's license (CDL) preferred.
  • Current school bus driving permit / endorsement preferred.
  • Bilingual - Spanish / English (written / verbal) preferred.
  • Experience / Knowledge

  • Experience in the transportation field is preferred.
  • Computerized routing experience preferred, Versa trans routing experience a plus.
  • Customer service experience preferred.
  • Must be highly organized and detail oriented.
  • Working knowledge of electronic record keeping, data entry, and retrieval.
  • Physical Demands

  • Frequently work at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions.
  • Terms of Employment

  • This is a 10-month position.
  • Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education and set forth in the collective bargaining agreement.
  • Hourly Rate $20.08

    Attachment(s) :
  • 403155.pdf
  • Salary : $20

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