DISPATCHER

3 weeks ago

TX United States Brenham Independent School District Full time
Position Type:
Transportation/Dispatcher

Date Posted:
6/15/2023

Location:
Transportation Department
BRENHAM INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Title: Dispatcher Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Reports to: Director of Transportation Date Revised: June 2023

Dept./School: Transportation

Primary Purpose:

First line of contact for all incoming phone calls and directs calls accordingly. Coordinate assignments and schedules of bus drivers, routes, and vehicles to ensure safe, efficient, and economical transportation services. Helps coordinate and assign vehicles and drivers for all extra-curricular trips. Manages all transportation related emergency calls including accidents. Assist the Administrative Assistant of Transportation as needed. Drive bus as a substitute bus driver when needed.
Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Class B CDL or Class A with Passenger Endorsement

Texas School Bus Driver Certification

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Effective telephone and radio communication skills

Ability to receive and give verbal instructions effectively

Proficient map reading skills

Basic math skills

Ability to use a personal computer to do word processing, databases, and spreadsheets

Ability to use specialized computer programs dealing with transportation routing, planning, and trip scheduling.

Ability to operate bus

Experience:

3 years experience as certified school bus driver preferred
Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Routes and Schedules
  1. Assist or handle assignments of bus drivers, bus routes, vehicles, and substitutes for morning and afternoon shifts.
  2. Coordinate extracurricular transportation for the district.
  3. Help maintain data required to plan bus route and post route schedule.
  4. Write, schedule, and keep daily logs of activity.

Routes and Schedules
  1. Dispatch drivers and vehicles and communicate with them using a telephone and two-way radio.
  2. 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.
  3. Maintain good public relations with community members, students, parents, and school personnel.
  4. Communicate with students, parents, staff, and community about their complaints with drivers, buses, routes, and safety.
  5. Communicate with Operations Specialists about route problems or concerns from parents, students, teachers, and coworkers.
  6. Interact with special program administrators and school officials concerning transportation.
  7. Help school place new students on buses and advise drivers of new or dismissed students.
  8. Act as first line of contact will all local law enforcement agencies for accident and emergency reporting.

Vehicle Operation
  1. Serve as substitute bus driver when needed.
  2. Operate any district vehicle as needed.

Reports/Records
  1. Maintain daily log book and record of head count to facilitate writing, copying, and distribution of change notices to transportation personnel and schools.
  2. Keep a daily log book and record all radio transmissions.
  3. Prepare various reports as required by the state, district, or department.
  4. Post trips in trip book and send out confirmations.
  5. Maintain logs on communication with pertinent personnel regarding confirmations, cancellations, and changes.
  6. Must handle all student / employee records and information with confidentiality.

Other
  1. Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Radio communication equipment, computer, typewriter, telephone, intercom system, copier, fax machine, school buses and other district vehicles.
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Clear speech; repetitive hand motions; early split shift work; ability to manage many projects simultaneously

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

  • Dispatcher

    4 days ago

    Lancaster, PA, United States Easton Coach Company Full time

    *Easton Coach Company is NOW HIRING a full-time Dispatcher for our Lancaster area office.**Job Responsibilities:** Operates dispatch hotline, answering telephones, taking and relaying messages and clearly and accurately recording all call details in dispatch log* Acts as point of contact for drivers operating live trips, responding to driver requests for...

  • Dispatcher - Fuel Transport

    6 days ago

    Austin, TX, United States Penn Tank Full time

    Penn Tank Lines is looking for a Dispatcher for its terminal in Cedar Creek, TX. This position manages driver planning and load assignments for approximately 30 drivers to ensure efficient utilization of assets, having a direct impact on driver and terminal profitability, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency. PREVIOUS FUEL TRANSPORT EXPERIENCE...

  • HMA DISPATCHER

    3 weeks ago

    , CA, United States Vulcan Materials Company Full time

    Know Business Demands. Become thoroughly familiar with the day's business demands by reviewing schedule and individual customer orders and the beginning of and continuously during shifts. Direct Loading and Delivery. Direct Plant Operators, Loader Op Dispatcher, Sales Representative, Loader Operator, Dispatch, Delivery, Product Sales, Manufacturing

  • Commercial Dispatcher

    6 days ago

    Morrisville, PA, United States H R Ewell, Inc. (ND) Full time

    Job Description:Commercial Trucking Dispatcher $52,000 Per Year**Must Have One Year Commercial Trucking Dispatch Experience**Working 40 hours per weekMedical Dental and Vision401K With MatchingPaid Time OffShort and Long Term Disability BenefitsLife Insurance OptionsMust be 18 years old.Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings and background...

  • Commercial Dispatcher

    1 week ago

    Decatur, IL, United States H R Ewell, Inc. (ND) Full time

    Job Description:Commercial Trucking Dispatcher $46,800 Per Year**Must Have One Year Commercial Trucking Dispatch Experience**Working 40 hours per weekMedical Dental and Vision401K With MatchingPaid Time OffShort and Long Term Disability BenefitsLife Insurance OptionsMust be 18 years old.Must be able to pass pre-employment screenings and background...

  • TRUCKING DISPATCHER

    4 weeks ago

    , ID, United States CRH plc Full time

    The Trucking Dispatcher is ultimately responsible for the creation and management of the daily trucking needs of all operational functions and duties. This will include the creation of a daily schedule and the communication of that schedule between d Dispatcher, Dispatch, Transportation, Operations, Processing, Customer Service, Manufacturing

  • Truck Dispatcher

    4 days ago

    Baton Rouge, LA, United States Brown Industries Full time

    Include but are not limited to:Focus on incoming phone calls, negotiation of rates & delivery specifics, & document all calls in an organized log. Create efficient truck driver routes & schedules. Effectively dispatch truckers. Intake of schedule cha Dispatcher, Dispatch, Truck Driver, Construction

  • Trucking Dispatcher

    4 days ago

    Roosevelt, UT, United States Savage Companies Full time

    Come work with us! Savage has been designated by USA Today as a Top Workplace and also received recognition as a Military Friendly Employer and a Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation. Savage Services is hiring for a Trucking Dispatcher at our operation in Roosevelt, UT. In this role, you will organize the movement of a 60+ truck fleet to...

  • Behavioral Health Dispatch Specialist

    6 days ago

    Arapahoe, CO, United States County of Arapahoe Colorado Full time

    Under the general supervision of the Behavioral Health Response Program Manager, the Behavioral Health Dispatch Specialist will be part of a collaborative team working with the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office Dispatch Center and the Behavioral Healt Behavioral Health, Dispatch, Behavioral, Specialist, Health, Behavior, Healthcare

  • Dispatcher

    4 weeks ago

    New Brunswick, NJ, United States RWJBH Mobile Health (EMS) Full time

    Job Overview:In partnership with the System Transfer Center Nurse Coordinators, this position is responsible for the comprehensive care coordination for patients as assigned, including initiation and coordination of incoming and outgoing transfers for higher/lower level of care and/or specialized treatment modalities from outreach or network entities The...

  • DRIVER/DISPATCHER- 12 MONTH

    3 weeks ago

    , IL, United States Joliet Township High School District Full time

    Position Type: Transportation/Driver-DispatcherDate Posted: 1/17/2024Location: Transportation Building(High-Needs School)Closing Date: until filledAttachment(s):Driver Dispatcher

  • Dispatcher

    3 weeks ago

    Louisville, KY, United States CWS B&W Full time

    *Position is for OVERNIGHTS [M-F 10 PM to 6 AM, rotating Sundays 6 PM to 6 AM]*Our dispatchers play a crucial role in coordinating the transportation of goods and ensuring efficient operations. Your responsibilities will include managing shipments and communicating with drivers to meet our customer's delivery windows.*Duties:** Ensure scheduled route plans...

  • Dispatcher

    4 days ago

    United, United States H&K Group Full time

    OverviewH&K Group, Inc. is looking for a dispatcher to schedule workers, equipment, and materials daily to insure they are in place for each job in the field. The ideal candidate is energetic, organized, and a strong communicator. Why work for H&K Group, Inc.? Competitive salary commensurate with experience 100% Company-paid Health Benefits 401(k) Savings...

  • Dispatcher

    2 weeks ago

    United, United States County of Chester Full time

    Salary: $20.62 Hourly Location : Government Services Center - Westtown, PA Job Type: Full Time, Non Exempt Job Number: 01961 Department: Community Transit Division: Community Transit Opening Date: 02/10/2023 Closing Date: Continuous Weekly Hours: 37.5 Shift: 8:00am-4:30pm Summary The Dispatcher is responsible for assisting in maintaining the safe, reliable,...

  • Tow Company Dispatcher

    6 days ago

    Miami Beach, FL, United States Tremont Towing Inc. Full time

     Job SummaryWe are seeking a professional and skilled Dispatcher to join our team. In this role, you will receive call from multiple police agency and private properties and make quick decisions to ensure the proper action is taken dispatching the calls out to drivers. The ideal candidate is highly organized with the ability to multi-task and work well...

  • TRUCK DISPATCHER

    1 month ago

    , NY, United States D.A. Collins Family of Companies Full time

    The D. A. Collins Family of Companies has brought safety, quality, and productivity to industrial, infrastructure, highway, and bridge construction for over 75 years. The D. A. Collins Construction Company is seeking a dependable individual for a ful Dispatcher, Dispatch, Operations, Transportation, Skills

  • Dispatcher, EMT

    6 days ago

    Lumberton, NC, United States Southeastern Health Full time

    POSITION SUMMARY:#Primary responsibilities as a dispatcher will be to receive incoming ambulance call reports for the emergency department,# receive request and schedule transports for hospital owned ambulances, receive request and schedule transports for patients being discharged from UNC Health SE requiring ambulance transportation, receive request for...

  • TRUCK DISPATCHER

    3 weeks ago

    , TN, United States Crescent City Recruitment Group Full time

    Truck Dispatcher: Nashville, TN - (Remote Hybrid)My client, a well-established 3PL, is growing and expanding its customer base and is looking for an experienced dispatcher to lead a new fleet and be part of the growth of their domestic trucking business. This is a fairly new facility, so you'll be part of the ground floor opportunity. JOB SCOPE:You will be...

  • SCHEDULER - DISPATCH AMBULANCE

    3 weeks ago

    , CT, United States Hartford HealthCare Full time

    Work where every *mome**nt matters*. Every day, over 35,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. Hunter's Ambulance Service is a licensed commercial ambulance company owned and operated...

  • Dispatcher - Fuel Transport

    6 days ago

    Atlanta, GA, United States Penn Tank Full time

    Penn Tank Lines is looking for a Dispatcher for its terminal in Doraville, GA. This position manages driver planning and load assignments for approximately 30 drivers to ensure efficient utilization of assets, having a direct impact on driver and terminal profitability, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency. This terminal consists of 90 drivers,...