26/27 Routing Technician (Transport)

SUMMARY: Plans, develops and provides computerized routing of buses to provide safe, effective and efficient student transportation., * Create and maintain safe, reliable and efficient bus routes for all eligible students.

• Assure that drivers, aides and dispatch have the latest copies of routes as there are weekly changes, directions, times, new students, removals, etc.
• Assign buses, safe bus stops, and bus routes for student transportation according to accommodations.
• Maintain and inventory equipment including: safety vests, car seats, and WC equipment.
• Review, process, and file transportation requests.
• Interact with the public on transportation issues.
• Track transportation bench marks.
• Evaluate and make recommendations for systems for bus routing and student systems.
• Maintain systems and database integration across the district.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with faculty, staff, municipalities, administration, and community.
• Coordinate and maintain Out of District school's routes, assignments and calendars.
• Collect and assimilate data for monthly reports.
• Keep track of student numbers and avoid overloads on RED or wrong accommodations on Special Ed.
• Maintain routes, maps, boundaries, and the student database.
• Remain current in existing and emerging technology and software.
• Works with Dispatcher to coordinate work assignments for substitute drivers and bus aides.
• Maintains daily communication with bus drivers and other departments.
• Drives a school bus in an emergency situation.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
• Establish and maintain good rapport with employees, students and community.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or G.E.D.

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• Experience with Versatrans bus routing software or other bus routing computer applications preferred.
• Willingness and ability to acquire new and advanced skills necessary for implementing advances in information/computer technology.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR card.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Class B License with passenger (P) and school bus (S) endorsements.
• Obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate.
• Obtain and Maintain DPS School Bus Driver Certificate.
• Successfully pass the DPS Physical Performance Test.
• Submit to Annual and Random, Drug and Alcohol Testing.
• Acceptable driving record for the last (3) three years.
• Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Demonstrated competency in computer literacy.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work.
• Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.
• Safe uses and properties of supplies and equipment.
• Reading routes, maps and schedules.
• Safe driving practices and procedures.
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations.
• Accurate recordkeeping techniques.
• Customer service principles.
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.
• Modern office technology.
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

SKILL IN:

• Interpersonal communication.
• Following directions and meeting standards.
• Comprehending reference books and manuals.
• Composing and maintaining basic original documents including reports and correspondence.
• Operating assigned tools and equipment, with reasonable knowledge
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards.

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move object.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor environment.