Durango School District 9-R is accepting applications for a Dispatcher & Scheduler in the Transportation Department for the 2025/2026 school year. Responsible for the efficient and safe operation of planning assigned bus routes; scheduling assigned routes, abiding by all rules and regulations set forth by the CDE, CDOT and District.

This position begins at 6:00am and will end at 5:00pm. This is a split shift position - there is a 3 hour break during the time buses are not transporting students.

Position begins as soon as August 25, 2025

Job Title: Transportation Dispatcher & Scheduler Pay Grade: ESP Salary Schedule

Job Family: Transportation Services FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Department: Transportation Prepared Date: 12/17/23; rev 04/14/23; rev 08/08/25

Typical Work Year: 11 months - specified calendar for this position

SUMMARY: Assist in planning bus stops, runs, and routes; schedule daily bus route coverage, sub-driver assignments and sub-bus assignments; facilitate activity and event bus scheduling; maintain ongoing two-way radio and telephone communications with all transportation, administrative, and school personnel; maintain logs of daily events; implement emergency procedures as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Maintain ongoing two-way radio and telephone communication with all transportation, administrative and school personnel. Schedule daily route coverage, sub-driver assignments and sub-bus assignments. Respond to two-way radio and phone calls. Understand district and department policies and procedures required when responding to accidents, road hazards, bus breakdowns, lost students and student management. Assist in developing and maintaining district bus routes/stops that provide safe and efficient transportation of students, including confidential student biographical information for developing stops/routes for students with special needs. Arrange coverage for bus routes. Follow departmental guidelines when assigning routes and assure driver has proper training for the routes covered. Schedule buses for District and non-District activities, field trips, and athletic events. Assure all events have drivers assigned and work closely with schools to ensure student activities run efficiently. Assure drivers have the proper training for the activity routes they are driving. Implement emergency procedures as situations occur and require. Activate the emergency call list as department and district procedures require Maintain an accurate log of daily events and ensure records are in accordance with state and District regulations. Perform administrative office duties as needed. Assist in implementing new and revised procedures, plans, and regulatory guides affecting student transportation. May assist riding along on routes as a bus monitor as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. EDUCATION AND TRAINING: High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE : Experience in school transportation required. Three years experience in school transportation preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS : Criminal background check required for hire. Must be at least 21 years of age. CPR and First Aid certifications required within three months after hire. Must pass drug/alcohol screen per Board Policy TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES: Customer service and public relations skills Knowledge of city and county road networks and location of schools in the district. Knowledge of Colorado and Federal laws as they relate to the transportation of students. Ability to maintain accurate logs of daily events, bus assignments, route/activity coverage, etc. Ability to drive and operate a school bus. Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job. Critical thinking and problem solving skills. Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations. Ability to work with students with diverse backgrounds and abilities. Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies and building/department procedures. Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds. Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE: Operating knowledge of school transportation dynamics Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment (computer, e-mail, fax, telephones, radios, etc.) Operating knowledge of routing software preferred

Durango School District 9-R is an equal opportunity educational institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact Laura Galido, Compliance Officer, Durango School District 9-R, 281 Sawyer Drive Suite 100, Durango, CO 81303, (970) 247-5411, lgalido@durangoschools.org, or the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 Spear Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, (303) 844-5695.