Router

DS Bus Lines Inc.

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Maintains and operates routing software including data entry and reporting aspects. Performs work of a recurring nature in accordance with established procedures and under direct supervision.

Coordinates and evaluates transportation needs for regular and special education students in order to produce safe and efficient school bus route planning and scheduling for to and from school and school events.

May function as special education transportation liaison and coordinate transportation needs and information between parents / guardians, schools, and the Company.

May drive school buses on a relief basis.

Essential Functions

Uses Routing Software to ensure that changes, adds and deletes to routes are accurate and up-to-date. Coordinates and implements regular and / or special education school bus routing;

creates routing solutions for the safe and efficient transport of students; corrects and updates time schedules and route maps.

Plans and coordinates regular education bus routes between homes and school; adjusts routes in response to changing curriculum needs and other situations impacting transportation routes.

• Plans and coordinates special education bus routes between homes and schools; frequently modifies and adjusts routes to meet a variety of student needs;
• adjusts routes and notifies drivers and parents of changes in transportation needs of student. May function as liaison and information link between parents, the District’s schools, drivers, and the Company to ensure the safe and efficient transportation for special education students, including evaluating needs and requirements, explaining policies and procedures;
• and ensuring that accurate information is communicated to all involved parties. Enters routing and student data into computerized transportation routing system;

monitors, updates and ensures the accuracy of all system data; monitors, runs and ensures accuracy of regular and special reports.

• Enters, monitors and updates the personal files and special needs of all transported special education students; updates and monitors driver assignments, bus assignments, log books and route cards;
• recommends equipment requirements for special education students. Participates in the training and orientation of regular and special education school bus drivers;

assists and trains others on computerized routing system. Provides information and assistance to staff, schools and the public on regular, special education and kindergarten routing issues, assists with the evaluation and resolution of complaints and issues.

Assists in the preparation and execution of route bid processes Assist dispatcher as needed. I added this because of all the 2-way radio references in the required education section below.

Creates route itineraries for drivers, route summaries for school and office, route books for dispatch and other information designed for quick access to route information.

Competencies

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, with emphasis on oral communications skills.

Mid to high level typing skills, computer literacy and software experience including MS office. Interact with a diverse group of individuals in a courteous and tactful manner, and establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Understanding of rules, laws, policies and safe practices as they pertain to traffic, loading and unloading, road / bridge usage, etc.

Prioritize and multi-task; ability to work accurately and frequently under pressure and with interruptions. Work independently and in a team situation Handle problems and stressful situations tactfully and apply pro-active problem-solving skills.

Maintain confidentiality.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

Typical work schedule is M-F; however, Work evenings or weekends as required.

Required Education and Experience

Working knowledge of two-way radio equipment operation and dispatching devices. Appropriate dispatching policies and practices, or ability to learn within a reasonable amount of time.

Relevant laws, regulations, guidelines, and Company standards, policies, and procedure related to transportation processes, or ability to learn within a reasonable amount of time.

Geographic region, school locations, District bus routes, and student transporting equipment, or ability to learn within a reasonable amount of time.

Ability to become familiar with District streets and roads, read maps, and learn about transportation equipment and student needs.

Routing computer system and processes, or ability to learn within a reasonable amount of time. Follow emergency dispatch procedures and ability to notify stakeholders in a timely fashion Drive a school bus and other district vehicles safely and efficiently, as required.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

DS Bus Lines is a family-oriented company that focuses on our core values of family, respect, service, and safety. We understand how important of a responsibility transporting children is and we take that role very seriously.

We strive to create mutual respect and trust with school districts so that we can work together to provide the best possible service for students and parents.