DISPATCHER STUDENT TRANSPORTATION

DISPATCHER STUDENT TRANSPORTATION

Albuquerque Public Schools - 3.5 Albuquerque, NM Job Details $20.51 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Full Job Description

JOB STATUS

OPEN

POSTING NUMBER

00068222

SCHOOL YEAR:

2025-2026

CALENDAR:

District Support / Full Year

CLOSING DATE

05/17/2026 04:00 PM

POSTING NUMBER

00068222

LOCATION:

651:

TRANSPRT/MECHANICAL CTR POSITION TITLE

DISPATCHER

STUDENT TRANSPORTATION JOB DESCRIPTION

Purpose:

The Dispatcher coordinates the daily operations (driver, routing and vehicle activities) necessary to assure safe, on-time service and customer satisfaction. Maintain the highest level of ethical behavior with our customers, fellow employees and community we serve

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential Functions. An individual in this role must be able to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodation: Generating and maintaining a master list of all routes and trips. Maintaining current, organized files on each route; ensuring that all files include information needed to describe the route, contract details, program details, school information, maps, vehicle and driver assignments, passenger lists, etc. Assisting Drivers with routing directions and communicating special service requirements. Assigning activities and special trips to Drivers pursuant to established policies and procedures. Notifying the Student Transportation Department of all changes in route assignments, emergency situations, accidents, breakdowns, or any other event disrupting service. Maintaining route compliance. Coordinating vehicle service schedules with Maintenance Supervisor to ensure uninterrupted service on assigned contracts Maintaining current list of all available cover drivers and spare vehicles. Assigning cover driver to routes when regular driver is absent. Coordinating emergency response network when there is a problem on a route. Submitting required reports and paperwork to location supervisor in a timely manner. Encouraging compliance with district policies and procedures; discussing any breach of policy or procedure noted with location supervisor. Exercising discretionary judgment as necessary to ensure that routes and trips are performed safely and on time. Becoming thoroughly familiar with the bus fleet assigned to the location. Ensure appropriate, accurate routing materials are developed and available to the drivers. Monitor on-time performance. Document and manage customer or employee complaints. Prepare and submit required reports in a timely manner. Other duties as assigned. Duties . All duties are standard language and apply to all Albuquerque Public Schools employees. Duties cannot be changed or altered. Employees are not screened based on duties. Complies with state-approved Code of Ethics of the Education Profession and upholds and enforces rules, administrative directives and regulations, school board policies, and local, state and federal regulations. Articulates and facilitates the implementation of the mission and values of the Albuquerque Public Schools. Safeguards confidentiality of privileged information. Prepares and maintains accurate and complete records and reports as required by law, state directives, district policy and administrative regulations. Shares the responsibility for the supervision and care of district inventory, proper and safe use of facilities, equipment and supplies, and reports safety hazards promptly. Maintains professional relationships and works cooperatively with employees, the community and other professionals. Maintains professional competence through individual and staff training, in-service educational activities and self-selected professional growth activities. Attends and/or conducts staff meetings and participates on committees within area of responsibility. Performs other tasks related to area of responsibilities as requested or assigned by an immediate supervisor.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND EXPERIENCE

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities. Associates degree preferred. Knowledge of routing and local area/streets. Proficient in the use of computers, Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook; and Transportation applications or other routing software. Excellent interpersonal skills with well-developed written and verbal communication skills. Mapping and routing skills. General math skills with strong attention to detail. Ability to work in a consistently fast-paced environment. Well-developed multi-tasking skills and time/priority management skills. Previous dispatch experience a plus. Bilingual preferred.

REQUIREMENTS

Required Education, Licenses, Certifications, & Experience. High school diploma or GED. Minimum of six (6) months' experience in a driving position. Bus driving position preferred. Valid commercial driver's license with air brake, passenger, and school bus endorsement, preferred, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of being hired. SBDI or state examiner certifications obtained within one (1) year.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Contact:

Royce Binns at /

APPLY TO:

Apply to www.aps.edu District Support application. A cover letter, resume and any other supporting documents MUST be submitted prior to 4:00 PM on the closing date of the advertisement for the application to be considered complete.

ADDITIONAL INFO

GRADE /

LEVEL:

DSN6 SALARY

$20.51

DAYS:

256

HOURS:

START DATE

ASAP