Routing Specialist Dickinson Independent School District

TRANSPORTATION

- Dickinson, Texas This job is also posted in Dickinson Independent School District Job Details

Job ID:

5840952

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Re-Posted:

Today

Starting Date:

Aug 3, 2026 Job Description

Position:

Routing Specialist Department:

Transportation

Wage/Salary Status:

Nonexempt

Reports To:

Route Coordinator/Director of Transportation Pay Grade:

Per Compensation Manual Days Employed:

Per Compensation Manual Education and/or

Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Must be 18 years of age or older Must meet all contractual, local, state, and federal requirements of a professional driver Minimum of two years experience as a school bus driver in a public school district (preferred) Must meet all qualifications for a bus driver for DISD Must maintain an exemplary driving record per DISD safe driving incentive guidelines

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Must have and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with all appropriate endorsements and classifications and all other required licenses, permits, and certifications. Specialized knowledge and skills: Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and pleasantly in person, via telephone and two-way radio Knowledge of record-keeping and office procedures Ability to work under pressure and prioritize effectively Must demonstrate diplomacy and flexibility at all times Complete assigned tasks accurately with minimal supervision Follow District and Transportation policies and procedures Must be able to work a split shift (i.e., 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

ROUTING SPECIALIST ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assist in solving such conditions as route overloads, routes needing attention, equipment needing repair, loading, and unloading stops Monitor and respond to two-way radio communications Respond appropriately and decisively to emergencies Answer and route telephone calls; record and distribute messages in an accurate and timely manner Update assigned route maps and descriptions Contact parents/guardians concerning student management problems Handle incoming concerns/issues from parents Participate in training Exercise responsible leadership Perform as a substitute driver/monitor as needed Take initiative in identifying and working on non-driving tasks Upload Skyward every morning and sends copies to archives Maintain routing information on Transfinder/Skyward Efficient with of Zonar/Infofinder/Skyward/Routefinder programs Efficiently manage multiple emails daily from all campuses to assign students to routes/bus stop locations accordingly Assist in editing streets/parcels in Routefinder Download information from Routefinder into Infofinder Perform all other duties assigned by the Director of Transportation

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise students during transport

WORKING CONDITIONS

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Demands:

The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Continuously sit Occasionally required to walk or stand Frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk Repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion Frequently use hand strength to grasp tools, and drive Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds including students Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision Occasionally work in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees Walk on slippery surfaces Meet deadlines with severe time constraints Interact with the public and other peers positively Ensure the safety and well-being of others Noise level is frequently loud to where you have to raise your voice to be heard

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required