Primary Purpose:

Coordinate routing of pupil transportation for regular and special needs programs districtwide to ensure safe, efficient, timely, and economical transportation services and support the overall management, strategic planning, development, evaluation, and implementation of the district’s safety and security program.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Experience as school bus driver

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree or job-related experience preferred

 Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to use software to develop route schedules, spreadsheets, and databases and do word processing

Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam

Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Familiarity with emergency operations planning, National Incident Management Systems (NIMS), Incident Command Systems (ICS), and Federal Emergency Management (FEMA) procedures

Ability to read and understand documents including policies and procedures manuals

Ability to receive and give written and verbal instructions 

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Routes and Schedules

1.             Layout and schedule all district bus routes in accordance with Texas Education Agency guidelines. Ensure all changes or additional bus runs are consistent with district policies, guidelines, and procedures.
2.             Assign bus drivers, bus routes, vehicles, and driver substitutes for morning and afternoon shifts as directed by the transportation director.
3.             Post route schedules and state required route descriptions. Ensure each bus carries an accurate description of the morning and afternoon route.
4.             Process requests and arrange for extracurricular transportation.
5.             Prepare and update district maps showing areas served by each bus. Distribute maps to schools and to the public as directed.

Communication

6.   Dispatch drivers and vehicles.
7.   Notify drivers, parents, and school personnel of any changes in a student’s bus service such as an address change, change in pick-up and drop-off location, change in time or bus change. Help campuses to place new students on buses and advise drivers of new or dismissed students.
8.             Respond to complaints about transportation services and address issues when appropriate. Redirect calls to transportation director as needed.
9.           Prepare and deliver written and oral presentations regarding security and safety issues to the board, staff, and community, as required.

Safety and Security

10.       Support leadership in the development, planning, and implementation of districtwide school safety and security program.
11.       Assist with the district safety, emergency management, NIMS, and ICS, trainings of administrators, staff, and volunteers.
12.       Assist with providing guidance and planning to campuses and other facilities for emergency procedure drills.
13.       Assist with the development of agendas and chair in the absence of the director for safety and security committee.
14.       Serve as the secondary backup to the Director as a liaison with local law enforcement, fire agencies, emergency management officials, and community leaders involved in emergency preparedness, response, and recovery.

Other

15.         Process driving and safety records of all new applicants.
16.         Serve as substitute bus driver as needed.
17.         Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; school bus; two-way radio; safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher

Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; prolonged driving; moderate walking, climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and reaching

Lifting: Limited light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) on a daily basis

Environment: Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes; regularly work irregular hours, and occasionally work prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.