Transportation Coordinator (Transportation)

Transportation Coordinator (Transportation) Dysart Unified School District District Transportation, Surprise, AZ - Surprise, Arizona This job is also posted in Dysart Unified School District Job Details

Job ID:

5502790

Application Deadline:

Mar 22, 2026 6:00 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Re-Posted:

Mar 13, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

REPORTS TO

Director of Transportation

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

SUPERVISES

Yes GRADE G - Coordinator FTE 1.0 WORK

CALENDAR

253 SALARY Administrative Salary Schedule

APPROVED

11/30/2015 REVISED 02/07/2025

SUMMARY:

Implements directives and manages the day-to-day activities of the transportation program and assists in the overall operation of the transportation department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Support the Transportation Director by implementing directives and managing day-to-day operational processes that provide safe, efficient and effective pupil transportation services for the district. Provide consistently high levels of leadership, communication and oversight in the direction of support staff, drivers, and aides. Evaluate and utilize appropriate Transportation Planning, Routing and Management software in support of the department's goals and mission. Handle parental complaints. Assist in planning transportation services. Assist in investigating and review of all accidents. Coordinate daily pupil transportation functions including dispatch, routing of vehicles, special education and other transportation functions such as field trips, athletics, and scheduling of staff. Gather information, summarize results and prepare reports as directed by the Transportation Director. Utilize GPS, videos, and routing software to analyze driver efficiency and troubleshoot route issues. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with departmental staff, school administration, vendors, city officials, parents and community members so as to meet departmental goals. Provide critical evaluation in the areas of driver and aide performance, bus stop selection, route performance and overall service delivery as assigned by the Transportation Director. Assist the safety/training staff in developing training to improve bus driver/aide performance. Respond to emergencies within protocol guidelines with or without direction from the Transportation Director or School Administration. Provide evaluations for all drivers, aides, and support staff under his/her supervision. Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees, community members and vendors. Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality. Other duties as required or assigned by the Transportation Director.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

College degree preferred or a combination of equivalent experience and education. Minimum five years experience in management position working with a large staff and large budget. Minimum five years experience in pupil transportation. Possess a working knowledge of federal and state regulations for transporting both special education and typical students. Experience using School Bus Routing and Planning Software (Versatrans preferred).

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS

Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Driver's License. Valid Arizona CDL and School Bus Driver Certification preferred. Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ

IVP FPCC

).

SKILL/KNOWLEDGE

Ability to plan activities and direct staff outside of a traditional office setting. Proficient with transportation software (Versatrans) preferred. Proficient with developing forms, spreadsheets and letters. Competency in computer applications such as Word, Excel, Versatrans or similar, and typing. Ability to read and interpret general documents such as employee handbooks and safety/training manuals. Ability to write general correspondence and speak effectively with others. Strong leadership, communication, time management and problem solving skills. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to interpret assortment of instructions furnished in variable forms. Ability to apply reason to research and solve moderately complex issues with little or no assistance.

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Positions in this class typically require: balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Light Work:

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Working Conditions:

Work is routinely performed in an indoor, office environment; may require some work in the field with moderate exposure to travel. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned. The Dysart Unified School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Dysart Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.

Position Type:

Full-Time Benefited

Salary:

$76,890 Per Year Welcome to District Transportation, Surprise, AZ Dysart schools are among the top-rated in the state of Arizona. The district is home to the #8 ranked K-8 school in Arizona (Freedom Traditional Academy), three top 100 K-8 schools, and two top 50 high schools in the state. Overall, Dysart has 12 "A" rated and 10 "B" rated schools, 11 of which out-rank our local counterparts. Additionally, Freedom Traditional Academy has the highest test scores of any school in the cities of Surprise and El Mirage. Dysart Schools have been recognized both nationally and internationally with AdvancED Accreditation, and are dedicated to serving the needs of all children with high quality academic coursework, before-and after-school programs, and services for the entire community. Boasting a graduation rate that exceeds both the state and national average, the Dysart Unified School District prepares all students to be ready for college and career through excellence and success. Strong academics, arts, and athletic programs are an integral part of each school, and ensuring students are equipped with the skills necessary to meet the challenges and opportunities in a 21st Century society are at the heart of our mission and vision. Dysart Schools offers one of the largest selections of academic pathways in the state, allowing students a personalized learning experience while meeting Arizona Academic Standards. Opportunities include full-day kindergarten, Career and Technical Education, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, signature programs, and gifted and special education programs. Dysart provides students the opportunity to explore their artistic side through an expansive fine arts program, where students participate in a progressive, performance-based curriculum that encourages them to reach their academic, creative, and expressive potential. Dysart students earned the second highest number of Arizona State Seals for Arts Proficiency across the state last year. Earning nine state championships in 2021-2022, Dysart Schools are highly competitive in athletics, and offer great opportunities for all students. Dysart offers competitive athletic classes to help students hone their athletic skills and abilities during the school day, and we aim to provide positive experiences and guide our student athletes toward realizing their full potential. Dysart Unified School District serves over 23,000 pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students in the Northwest Phoenix Metropolitan area. The district encompasses 140 square miles, serving parts of El Mirage, Glendale, Surprise, Youngtown, and Maricopa County. The district is home to four K-4 elementary schools, four middle schools serving grades 5-8, 12 K-8 elementary schools, four comprehensive high schools, a preschool, and one alternative program. Job Requirements