Orchard Farm Transportation Department is seeking a Driver to join our team as a Dispatcher/Router.

Our mission is to empower each learner to excel in diverse communities. The Dispatcher/Router/Driver will operate in a multi-purpose role that will include, but is not limited to, making sure all bus routes are covered each day, assist drivers via two-way radios, assigning students to bus routes, answering incoming phone calls and operating as a sub bus driver and/or sub bus monitor; when needed.

Shift Hours are split shift:  6 hours per day

Non-Exempt - 12 month position with sick, personal and vacation leave

The Orchard Farm School District offers a great benefit package including health, dental, vision and life insurance paid for the employee by the district.  Paid time off, tuition reimbursement and professional development are also offered by the district.  Retirement "Pension" plan offered through PSRS/PEERS, along with many supplemental policies and 403/457(b) plans.

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Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or the equivalent.
• Valid Missouri Commercial Driver’s License with P & S endorsements
• A minimum of three years of experience is student transportation for a public school district; preferably in a router and/or dispatcher role. 
• Ability to drive a school bus safely and efficiently
• Ability to maintain safe discipline level among students
• Ability to read and write simple sentences in English.
• Ability to read and understand maps
• Possess basic writing skills sufficient to complete pre & post trip reports and student discipline referrals
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide and do so using units of American weight, volume and distance measurements.
• Ability to understand and follow Board policies, administrative procedures and training and handbook materials.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with others
• Ability to work cooperatively with others
• Ability to interact in a friendly manner with co-workers, parents and students

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
An individual who holds this position is responsible for:

Router

• Formulate bus routes
• Interact with bus drivers about bus routes and changes in routes.
• Adjust routes as necessary for emergencies (i.e. road closures, flooding, etc.)
• Monitor the number of riders on each bus and take care of overcrowding as necessary.
• Keep computerized routes updated and in good order.
• Prepare routes for drivers for run picks and be available to answer questions.
• Answer parent questions regarding bus stops and routing information.

Dispatcher

• Assure that all routes have a bus and driver assigned and are dispatched in a timely manner.
• Assist drivers via two-way radios when they have questions regarding routes, traffic concerns, road construction, vehicle problems, or delivery of students.
• Ensure that buses depart the lot on time.
• Answer incoming phone calls from parents, vendors and/or other departments / buildings.

Additional Duties

Performing all duties expected of a bus driver and/or monitor. Including, but not limited to:

• Transport students over specified routes according to an established time schedule
• Transport students to events and field trips
• Comply with traffic regulations
• Drive safely and professionally
• Perform required pre-trip inspections
• Enforce the student discipline code
• Submit required medical certification
• Participate in required training
• Participate in required drug and alcohol testing
• Perform other duties assigned by Director of Transportation.

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• Letter of Interest/Cover Letter
• Current Resume
• Transcripts, if applicable
• Certificate(s), if applicable
• 3 References - email/phone (must include your current or most recent supervisor)

To be paid on the Driver Salary Schedule.