Half-Time Asst. Transportation Supervisor/Half-Time Dispatcher-Router

Position: Half-Time Assistant Transportation Supervisor / Half-Time Dispatcher-Router

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor 

FLSA Status: Non - Exempt

Employment Status: Part-Time (1.0 FTE 0.5 Asst. Supervisor / 0.5 Dispatcher-Router)

Salary & Benefits: Competitive hourly wage based on experience and district salary guidelines; eligibe for pro-rated benefits according to district policy. 

Location: Operations Building 

Summary: The Half-Time Assistant Transportation Supervisor / Half-Time Dispatcher-Router plays a critical dual-role in supporting the effective and efficient operation of the school district's transportation department. This position assists in supervising daily transportation functions, ensures compliance with regulations, and manages the routing and dispatch of buses. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills to provide safe and timely transportation for students.

Minimum QualificationsL 

• High school diploma or GED required; associate’s degree or coursework in logistics, transportation, or related field preferred.
• Prior experience in school transportation, dispatching, or routing required; supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Familiarity with transportation management systems and routing software (e.g., Transfinder, VersaTrans, or similar).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.bility to remain calm and make decisions in fast-paced or emergency situations.
• Working knowledge of transportation safety standards and regulations.
• CDL with school bus (S) and passenger (P) endorsements preferred or ability to obtain within 90 days (may be required depending on district needs).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

Note:  These duties and responsibilities are judged to be "essential functions" in terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act or ADA.  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position.  They are not constructed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person.

• Assistant Transportation Supervisor (50%)

  • Assist the Transportation Supervisor with oversight of daily transportation operations.
    
    
  • Support supervision and coordination of bus drivers, aides, and transportation staff.
    
    
  • Help ensure compliance with district, state, and federal transportation laws and safety standards.
    
    
  • Maintain driver files, training logs, and required safety documentation.
    
    
  • Assist in the coordination of transportation services for special education and extracurricular activities.
    
    
  • Act as a point of contact for staff and parents to address transportation-related inquiries and concerns.
    
    
  • Participate in incident investigations and assist with discipline or training follow-ups.
    
    

  Dispatcher-Router (50%)

  • Develop and maintain efficient bus routes and schedules using routing software.
    
    
  • Dispatch drivers and monitor the status of routes in real-time.
    
    
  • Receive and respond to radio, phone, and email communications from drivers, staff, and families.
    
    
  • Maintain daily logs and accurate records of routes, incidents, and changes.
    
    
  • Monitor traffic, weather, and other conditions that may affect transportation schedules.
    
    
  • Adjust routes and schedules as needed to accommodate absences, breakdowns, or emergencies.
    
    
  • Ensure up-to-date route maps, rosters, and emergency contact information are accessible to all drivers.
    
    

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.

Grand Ledge Public Schools does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (ancestry), religion (creed), gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law in its programs and activities.  Inquiries or complaints related to discrimination should be directed to:  Human Resources Director, Kelly Jones, Grand Ledge Public Schools, 220 Lamson St., Grand Ledge, MI 48837, (517)925-5406.