GTPSD: Transportation Dispatcher

Location: Transportation Building

Qualifications: See attached job description Effective: TBD

Reports To: Transportation Supervisor

Supervises: All Transportation personnel. Job Goal: To provide safe and efficient transportation for the students of Gloucester Township within the established guidelines of Federal, State and local laws and policies.

Performance Responsibilities: Communicate effectively and professionally with bus drivers, bus aides, school personnel, parents/guardians, and transportation staff both in person and over the two-way radio. Dispatch daily transportation assignments for regular school routes, field trips, athletic events, and other district transportation needs. Post, coordinate, and award field trip and athletic/sport trip assignments. Monitor daily bus operations and respond to delays, route changes, breakdowns, absences, and other transportation-related issues. Make necessary routing and scheduling adjustments based on changing transportation needs and operational circumstances. Arrange coverage for regular transportation routes when necessary, including splitting runs and reassigning transportation assignments. Coordinate substitute drivers and assist with daily staffing and transportation coverage. Respond to emergency situations and provide clear, accurate communication and direction over the radio. Review and address student transportation discipline matters, maintain appropriate documentation, and communicate concerns to the appropriate personnel. Coordinate and schedule front-door and rear-door school bus evacuation drills in cooperation with the Transportation Supervisor. Maintain accurate records of transportation assignments, incidents, discipline matters, field trips, athletic trips, and other transportation activities. Exercise sound judgment, remain calm under pressure, and prioritize student safety when addressing transportation issues. Perform other transportation-related duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor.

Compensation: As per the Gloucester Twp. Central Administration Support Group contract minimum starting salary $44,000.00

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Prescription and Vision insurance available for all employees and their eligible dependents. Terms of Employment: 12 Months

Vacation: In accordance with current District vacation policy. Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Personnel.