What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Routing Specialist - Transportation position at Washington County Public Schools?
- Assist in all phases of the operation of a safe and efficient school vehicle transportation program, including the routing of regular and special needs vehicles.
- Assist in the auditing of school vehicle routes, school vehicle capacity, and bus stop locations.
- Assist in the determination of changes to bus stop location, route changes, and school vehicle loading zones, which may include site visits.
- Assist in assigning students to appropriate school vehicle stops.
- Maintain accurate documents, information, and records.
- Develop reports relating to school vehicle routes.
JobID: 12907
Position Type:
Transportation/Transportation Routing Specialist
Transportation/Transportation Routing Specialist
Date Posted:
3/18/2025
3/18/2025
Location:
Transportation Office
Transportation Office
Closing Date:
03/24/2025
Transportation Routing Specialist03/24/2025
Transportation Department
Grade 12 of the ESP Salary Scale ($26.46 - $47.85)
8 Hours/Day, 12-Month Work Year
Reports to Director of Transportation
Employee Benefits Summary
Role Overview
The Routing Specialist is responsible for the planning, development and maintenance of school bus routes, both general and special education, utilizing computer assisted routing software.
Minimum Requirements
High School Diploma.
Two (2) years of college and/or technical school or related work experience in routing, mapping, and transportation administration.
Proficient knowledge and skills with the use of computerized database software to include Microsoft Office Suite with an emphasis on Excel, Word, Google and Email Systems.
Working knowledge of Washington County roads and geography.
Possess a valid CDL with “P” and “S” endorsements or the ability to obtain within 90 days of employment.
Meet and maintain all requirements of a certified School Bus Driver for WCPS or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of employment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent customer service and team building skills.
Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks like those responsibilities listed below.
Decision-making experience with data analysis, implementation, and reporting.
Ability to adjust the workday schedule, with little to no notice, to meet the priorities established for the position and to meet the demands of the Department.
Regular and predictable attendance, an essential function of this position.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Preferred Qualifications
AA degree or higher in business administration, computer science, or another related field.
Knowledge of WCPS policies and procedures as it relates to the Department of Transportation.
Experience with the use of transportation routing software, particularly Tyler VersaTrans, and/or geographical information systems (GIS).
Role Responsibilities
Manage routing software which results in safe and efficient school bus routes. This could include the following:
Continually updates routing software and maps to ensure accuracy of roads to include new roadways, travel restrictions, closures and other modifications.
Determine route and route changes for publication to school staff, bus drivers, contractors, and the community.
Analyze documentation and information pursuant to the laws, policies, procedures, and guidelines governing pupil transportation for Washington County Public Schools.
Track and analyze GPS data, provide reports and identify discrepancies in routes to supervisors.
Perform special projects such as bell time analysis, cost and time simulations and projections for redistricting.
Perform related work, serve as a substitute school bus driver as required or assigned by the Director of Transportation or designee.
Essential Job Functions
Requires significant periods of sedentary work using a computer.
Ability to work under pressure and respond calmly and appropriately in emergency situations.
Requires the ability to provide detailed analysis of information and share specific information with others for the purpose of making business decisions.
Requires the ability to meet all deadlines even during periods of time with increased workloads.
Environmental Factors and Physical/Mental Requirements
The Environmental Factors and Physical/Mental demands represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Required prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer and other office equipment.
Ability to sufficiently and efficiently move throughout the building.
Must use sensory skills to effectively communicate and interact with others as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, and hear.
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
Ability to move, raise, lower, and carry objects up to 20 lbs. on an irregular basis.
Must be able to bend, crouch, stoop, reach, and climb.
Salary : $26 - $48
