What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dispatcher position at Sequim School District?
JOB
The Sequim School District welcomes your application for Transportation Dispatcher180 days per year6 hours per dayABOUT SEQUIM SCHOOL DISTRICTIn Sequim School District our community inspires and prepares each student to thrive. We are looking for candidates passionate about pursuing their calling to education who will partner with us to create an environment and culture where all children experience success, NO EXCEPTIONS! The Sequim School District empowers staff to inspire hope and provide flexible, innovative learning opportunities in a safe and respectful environment so each student thrives. ABOUT THE CITY OF SEQUIM: Surrounded by natural beauty and full of small-town charm, Sequim is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and lavender lovers and is one of the driest places in western Washington. An active arts community, vibrant downtown, and diverse culinary options make Sequim the cultural and commercial heart of the Sequim-Dungeness Valley on the magnificent Olympic Peninsula.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Transportation Dispatcher is responsible for the coordination of assignments on regularly scheduled routes, special events, and field trips necessary to meet the compliance of time schedules for safe and efficient transportation operations. Assists in maintaining a computerized route management system. Aids in establishing and maintaining a positive, effective working relationship with Transportation employees, school staff, parents, and community members.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Representative Duties: Assists in planning and scheduling the daily operation of the transportation system using a computerized program to ensure all routes and assignments are covered daily.Operates base radio and telephone communications for Transportation Department and dispatches messages to appropriate staff and others; responds to inquiries from district staff and community members to provide information, direction and/or clarification.Maintains daily log system of transportation activities; coordinates field trips including receiving and inputting requests into computer system, posting trips, assigning driver and buses to trips.Assists in resolving situations involving student discipline and behavior problems, parental questions and complaints, equipment failure and route changes.Maintains communications with drivers via two-way radio and assists with breakdowns, accidents, route changes and other emergencies.Serve as key contact for school personnel to resolve transportation issues.Assist Director of Transportation with personnel functions to achieve department objectives.Evaluate road conditions by driving along specified routes in inclement weather.Instruct drivers on special needs bus requirements and road conditions.Utilize absence management software for driver attendance accountability.Assist in developing route packages and posting of available routes.Drives scheduled bus routes, as necessary.Assist in equipment maintenance as needed.The statements contained above reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may at times perform other duties as assigned which could include work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.Supervision: Reports to the Director of Transportation.Working Conditions: Transportation Dispatcher works primarily indoors. The incumbent will be exposed to dirt, odors, dust, wetness, and exhaust fumes. Work performed in the field may expose the incumbent to inclement weather and traffic hazards. While driving a bus, the Transportation Dispatcher will be exposed to the working conditions and hazards outlined in the job description for Bus Driver. Conditions/Disclaimers The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to this position and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. District employees are not authorized to make promises of employment for a particular period of time, or promises of a particular level of compensation or benefits to job applicants for certified or classified positions, and that any such agreement must be in writing and signed by the Superintendent. Any verbal or written statements to that effect by District employees other than the Superintendent are null and void. Additionally, nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
The Sequim School District welcomes your application for Transportation Dispatcher180 days per year6 hours per dayABOUT SEQUIM SCHOOL DISTRICTIn Sequim School District our community inspires and prepares each student to thrive. We are looking for candidates passionate about pursuing their calling to education who will partner with us to create an environment and culture where all children experience success, NO EXCEPTIONS! The Sequim School District empowers staff to inspire hope and provide flexible, innovative learning opportunities in a safe and respectful environment so each student thrives. ABOUT THE CITY OF SEQUIM: Surrounded by natural beauty and full of small-town charm, Sequim is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and lavender lovers and is one of the driest places in western Washington. An active arts community, vibrant downtown, and diverse culinary options make Sequim the cultural and commercial heart of the Sequim-Dungeness Valley on the magnificent Olympic Peninsula.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Transportation Dispatcher is responsible for the coordination of assignments on regularly scheduled routes, special events, and field trips necessary to meet the compliance of time schedules for safe and efficient transportation operations. Assists in maintaining a computerized route management system. Aids in establishing and maintaining a positive, effective working relationship with Transportation employees, school staff, parents, and community members.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Representative Duties: Assists in planning and scheduling the daily operation of the transportation system using a computerized program to ensure all routes and assignments are covered daily.Operates base radio and telephone communications for Transportation Department and dispatches messages to appropriate staff and others; responds to inquiries from district staff and community members to provide information, direction and/or clarification.Maintains daily log system of transportation activities; coordinates field trips including receiving and inputting requests into computer system, posting trips, assigning driver and buses to trips.Assists in resolving situations involving student discipline and behavior problems, parental questions and complaints, equipment failure and route changes.Maintains communications with drivers via two-way radio and assists with breakdowns, accidents, route changes and other emergencies.Serve as key contact for school personnel to resolve transportation issues.Assist Director of Transportation with personnel functions to achieve department objectives.Evaluate road conditions by driving along specified routes in inclement weather.Instruct drivers on special needs bus requirements and road conditions.Utilize absence management software for driver attendance accountability.Assist in developing route packages and posting of available routes.Drives scheduled bus routes, as necessary.Assist in equipment maintenance as needed.The statements contained above reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may at times perform other duties as assigned which could include work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.Supervision: Reports to the Director of Transportation.Working Conditions: Transportation Dispatcher works primarily indoors. The incumbent will be exposed to dirt, odors, dust, wetness, and exhaust fumes. Work performed in the field may expose the incumbent to inclement weather and traffic hazards. While driving a bus, the Transportation Dispatcher will be exposed to the working conditions and hazards outlined in the job description for Bus Driver. Conditions/Disclaimers The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by those assigned to this position and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. District employees are not authorized to make promises of employment for a particular period of time, or promises of a particular level of compensation or benefits to job applicants for certified or classified positions, and that any such agreement must be in writing and signed by the Superintendent. Any verbal or written statements to that effect by District employees other than the Superintendent are null and void. Additionally, nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
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