A Dispatcher answers emergency calls and relays information from callers to the appropriate police, fire or ambulance staff. Speaks calmly with callers to get the information needed for emergency personnel. Keeps detailed records of calls and responses.
The job of Dispatcher is to plan trips, route school buses for daily operations, schedule sub- drivers for routes, trip billing and reporting, dispatching over radio, reporting of students to state for OSPI and other duties.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of safety standards, state and federal law, board policies/procedures, rules and regulations governing transportation. Ability to work effectively in pressure situations. Must maintain appropriate levels of confidentially in all matters pertaining to students, parents, staff, andprograms. Ability to learn and understand the needs of a variety of students with handicaps and or diverse socioeconomic background. Effective oral and written communication skills. Demonstrate effective decision-making skills. Ability to maintain accurate records. Have good customer service and telephone skills. Ability to read and interpret road and street maps. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to organize, set priorities and work independently at times. Ability to maintain cooperative and effective communication with administrators, students, parents, public and other department employees. Ability to read and understand contract language and make decisions within the scope of that contract. Facilitate a positive climate of motivation and teamwork within the transportation department. Ability to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups and problem solve and create actions plans. Ability to operate a school bus or van in a safe manner and provide backup in emergencies or when other drivers are not available. Ability to learn and use various software suites including routing, shop management, trip management, payroll, Microsoft Office, and others.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or GED equivalent Experience with school district transportation routes and operating procedures, minimum of three years driving experience in a school bus preferred
EXTENSIVE
Experience working with computer programs like Excel and Word and Outlook.
LICENCES, CERTICATES & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possess a valid Washington State Driver's License and CDL Class B license with endorsement for school buses. Maintain Washington State School Bus Driver Certification. Current First-Aid Card Valid Medical Examiner's Certificate (CDL). . Maintain clean Drug and Alcohol DOT Clearinghouse records
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
includes the following. Other duties may be assigned. Check to make sure all bus routes and extra trips are covered each day. Contact substitute drivers when needed. Use of District software to update route cards, stops, and students information. Help to adjust routes to meet the needs of students with IEP's, MKV students, Foster students, etc. Address safety concerns about routes, drivers and vehicles and report them to the transportation supervisor. Assigning properly equipped buses based on student load and special needs. In an emergency situation will help contact appropriate agencies and arrange for emergency or backup transportation. Able to communicate with shop personnel regarding equipment damage and breakdowns. Create routes for daily to and from school buses. Maintain routes and students assigned to routes. Assist with student tracking for reporting purposes. Assist with STARS reporting during the school year. Take trip requests and plan trips accordingly. Schedule drivers for trips not bid on, communicate with other departments to set up trips, put together trip packets for drivers of trips (including cards, phones, paperwork, bags, etc). Maintaining a working Billing of trips to inter-department and out of district invoicing. Reporting and record keeping of all trips for District billing. Answer phone calls from schools and parents. View bus video when necessary. Use software to blur and save video to send out to other departments. Drive school bus with students on route when necessary. Maintain trainings aligned with District requirements.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS
Able to work 5 days a week annually. Ability to sit for prolonged periods. May be confined to work station during peak periods. Exposed to high noise levels from the two-way radio. Take scheduled breaks during nonpeak dispatching times. Able to multitask when needed. Fast paced work environment including frequent interruptions. Office and road environment; requires visual concentration and precision exposed to road and traffic hazards. Must be punctual and steady in attendance. Winter may require driving snowy and icy roads to determine safety for buses. Use of phone, computer and radio for most of the workday. Good interpersonal skills. Must deal with Many different personalities. Great interpersonal communication skills. Working time will include as early as 5:30 am to 5:00 pm as needed . Reporting Relationship Reports to the Director of Transportation.
A COMPLETED APPLICATION INCLUDES
One-page letter stating your goals and qualifications Three current letters of recommendation Complete résumé District application
STARTING WAGE
$28.09 doe w/ WA state school experience.
FULL BENEFITS, HOLIDAY, VACATION, SICK LEAVE, PERSONAL TIME MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISIONS INSURANCE THROUGH SEBB
To apply, visit our website at: https://portangelesschools.org/.Only complete applications will be considered. If needing assistance, call HR at (360) 565-3729. All positions are on site and in person. PASD Non-Discrimination Statement Port Angeles School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer Port Angeles School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or Identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Title IX Coordinators, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinators:
Scott Harker, 905 W 9th St. Port Angeles, WA 96363, (360) 457-8575, for Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Michaela Clancy, 905 W 9th St. Port Angeles, WA 98363, (360) 457-8575, The Port Angeles School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services and activities. For information regarding translation services or transitional bilingual education programs, contact the Deputy Associate Superintendent located at 905 W 9th St, Port Angeles, WA 98363, 360-457-8575.
