Bus Routing Associate

HCPS is committed to recruiting and retaining effective and diverse educators and staff to build a climate of student success and improve learning experiences for every child in every classroom. BUS ROUTING ASSOCIATE Central Office - Transportation Office This position will assist with data entry and assist with the routing and scheduling of students to appropriate bus routes. The position will develop and maintain all electronic records pertaining to bus stop assignments, bus stop requests, and any bus routing changes., INCLUDE These items are intended only as examples of the various types of job duties to be performed; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to the position. Assists in assignment of students to bus routes using school system automated routing software. Assists in collection of bus stop requests and/or any necessary routing changes. Distributes completed school bus routes to the bus contractors and appropriate schools. Updates county computer routing maps as needed. Receives and integrates student information from the school system student data information system into existing bus routes. Assists in communication to bus drivers, contractors and schools regarding route changes. Prepares any required reports utilizing the routing software. Assists in providing customer support for the community and schools. Performs all essential functions of a school bus attendant in the event of an emergency. Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Must possess high school diploma, GED or equivalent. A minimum of 2 years experience in school transportation with knowledge of transportation bus routes and schedules. Familiarity with routing software and other transportation software. Able to read and understand communication regarding student information and maintain confidentiality. Able to communicate effectively with fellow employees, students, and the public, as well as provide written and oral reports to school personnel and supervisor as required. Displays excellent customer service skills. Must satisfy all requirements listed in the Code of Maryland Regulations for school bus attendants. Physically able to perform the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodations, of the everyday responsibilities including safely ascending and descending bus steps multiple times, able to lift 40 pounds, drag 40 pounds for 30 feet, squat, kneel and operate all emergency exits and follow proper procedures for safe emergency evacuations.

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• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays, This is a full-time twelve-month position. Salary range based on Grade 5 of the FY 2026-2027 AFSCME Salary Schedule for Twelve Month AFSCME Employees. Starting Salary: $ 43,974- Maximum Earnings Potential $ 61,473. Those who are entering or returning to employment with Harford County Public Schools will begin on Step 1. Full salary schedules can be found at the bottom of the Current Vacancies webpage https://www.hcps.org/departments/humanresources/vacancies.aspx HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including individual and family medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more.