GATEWAY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION: DISPATCHER RANGE 11 DEFINITION OF POSITION Under the supervision of the Supervisor of Transportation, performs secretarial and clerical functions related to the operation of the pupil transportation system. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS •Performs secretarial duties; types correspondence and other material and maintains accurate transportation files and records. •Performs receptionist duties; provides information to parents and the general public regarding transportation matters. •Compiles required transportation reports. •Operates standard office machines, including computer operating systems and programs. •Maintains accurate records of personnel absences and employee time sheets. •Assists in reviewing mileage for student required walking areas. •Refers the management of student behavior problems, scheduling problems and complaints to the Supervisor of Transportation. •Assists in planning bus routes taking into consideration such factors as traffic conditions, pupil load size and potential road hazards. •Makes recommendations to supervisor for changes in bus routes and schedules to obtain maximum utilization of equipment and personnel. •Assigns and schedules bus drivers to athletic and special study trips in coordination with the regular pupil personnel transportation scheduling. •Arranges for and assigns substitute drivers. •Assists in planning of transportation personnel orientation. •Assists with preparation of zone maps and discusses bus routing with drivers. •Maintains and compiles data and information upgrading the pupil transportation program. •Receives and transmits radio communication. •Performs other related duties as assigned. REQUIREMENTS •Pass the General Clerical Exam administered by the district at the 60th percentile or above. •Type 60 net words per minute on a 5-minute timed writing. (Outside certificate is acceptable) QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: •Methods and practices pertaining to a pupil transportation program; •English, grammar, spelling, punctuation; •Modern office methods and equipment, including computer technology; •Automated record management and filing systems; •Receptionist and telephone techniques; •Effective radio communication techniques and procedures. Gateway Unified School District Ability to: •Assist in planning school bus routes and schedules; •Perform clerical and secretarial work using independent judgment; •Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships; •Interpret and apply legal mandates and regulations pertaining to the pupil transportation program; •Perform job assignments with numerous interruptions and work with minimal supervision; •Understand and carry out oral and written instructions; •Maintain accurate and comprehensive records; •Operate a two-way radio system. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge and skills will be considered. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skills are: Experience: •Two years of responsible secretarial experience; preferably in an educational pupil transportation program. Education: •Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade, supplemented by coursework in the field. Adopted: 7/28/99