Dispatcher/Driver Trainer

Dispatcher/Driver Trainer

Classified Position - 8908

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform dispatching duties, schedule substitute for routes as needed, and provide clerical support duties for the Transportation Department.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Assign substitute drivers and monitors for routes as necessary
2. Maintain an accurate daily attendance roster of drivers and monitors
3. Operate a two-way radio base station and record radio communications as required
4. Communicate with transportation staff, dispatching to needed locations to respond to routine requests or emergency situations
5. Maintain or assist in maintaining assigned files and records; receive and process information according to established guidelines and procedures
6. Maintain current knowledge of routes and locations to assure timely services and accurate information
7. Communicate with parents, supervisors, school administrators and department staff; receive requests, questions, concerns and suggestions and provide routine information and assistance or route to appropriate personnel
8. Perform a variety of clerical support duties as assigned; compile data from clearly defined sources and prepare reports; answer telephone, route calls or messages, prepare and process requisitions; distribute mail
9. Maintain cordial working relationships with transportation staff
10. Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of all facets of driver and monitor duties as outlined in state and district regulations
11. Demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of Hopkins County roads and streets
12. Maintain regular and predictable attendance
13. Adhere to the professional code of ethics
14. Successfully utilize technology as appropriate in job function
15. Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School Diploma or G.E.D.
2. Valid Kentucky driver’s license and willing to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with school bus endorsement within a year.
3. Proficient with Microsoft Office software

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

1. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy
2. Proficient recordkeeping and organizational skills
3. Operation of a two-way radio and standard office equipment
4. Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action
5.