Dispatcher (Hourly Plus OVERTIME)

Elizabethtown, PA

Full Time

Entry Level

GREAT HOURLY WAGE & OVERTTIME OFFERED WEEKLY!

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Krapf School Bus is seeking a Routing Assistant for our Harrisburg Location.

POSITION SUMMARY:

This office position assists in the development and implementation of district-wide school bus schedules for transporting students to and from school in the safest, most cost effective and time efficient manner. Help prepare accurate state reports to ensure appropriate financial reimbursement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists in the development and maintenance of bus schedules for all students, utilizing computerized transportation routing and student database system.
Primary point of contact for scheduling of special needs students. Responsible for reviewing the need for all aides on buses.
Maintains communication and harmonious relationships with contractors, principals, and parents using diplomacy, tact, and discretion to ensure the daily transportation of students to and from school, and determine needs of the students.
Possesses strong geographic knowledge of the School District and surrounding areas.
Assists with field inspections of bus routes, bus stops and student loading zones to evaluate safety and efficiency.
Processes and responds to mail and calls pertaining to transportation.
Assists in developing and maintaining monthly calendar of closings, early dismissals, and late openings for public, non-public, Charter, and specialized school programs.
Assists in maintaining the transportation software, overseeing student, school, and mapping information.
Assists with preparation of all transportation reports for submission to the state for subsidy purposes.
Required to drive school buses and or school vehicles in the event of an emergency or district need.
Maintains availability, responding to snow/emergency calls as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned by Contract Manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the abilities needed to perform the essential function of this position in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

At least one-year related experience in public school transportation
Knowledge of / prior work experience with routing software preferred
Deep geographical knowledge of districts and surrounding communities including routes, stops, schools and roadways
Computer literacy - knowledge of database software; Internet software; spreadsheet software and word processing software
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Good organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to exhibit a positive attitude and be able to handle difficult situations professionally and in a non-confrontational manner being firm, fair and consistent
Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends
A valid commercial driver’s license with a passenger endorsement or willingness to obtain one as required by district/area
Maintain a valid driver’s license and physical exam certifications as required

OVERVIEW OF KRAPF BUS COMPANIES:

Krapf Bus Companies Vision: We will provide the best passenger transportation anytime, anywhere. Krapf is serious about service and safety. We are one of the largest private, family-owned school bus contractors in the U.S. In addition, Krapf has transit, paratransit and charter lines of business. Founded in 1942 with two employees, Krapf has grown to thousands of employees in multiple states. Krapf Corporate Headquarters is located in West Chester, Pennsylvania.

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