Dispatcher (DPS)

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe, efficient, and timely dispatch of school buses by confirming driver and vehicle availability.
• Assign substitute drivers to cover emergencies and absences as needed.
• Monitor two-way radio communications and provide support to drivers during route operations.
• Maintain daily operational records related to transportation activities.
• Coordinate vehicle repair needs between drivers and the bus garage.
• Assist parents with concerns regarding missed or delayed bus stops.
• Ensure special education students are released only to authorized individuals.
• Communicate important updates to bus drivers and operate a school bus when necessary to maintain coverage.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2-3 years of experience as a bus driver, router, or in a comparable role.
• Valid Ohio Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with School Bus and Passenger Endorsements.
• U.S. citizenship or the legal right to work in the United States.

About the Company

The City of Dayton and Dayton Public Schools provide essential services and transportation to the community, ensuring the safety and well-being of students through dedicated professional staff.