Routing Specialist

Job Overview

This is technical computer work in operating the automated school bus routing system. An employee in this position is responsible for operating the software that automatically develops school bus routes. The work includes entering data regarding bus routes, geographic locations, and other information, and uses the software to produce routes and plans. The work requires knowledge of bus routes and bus route planning concepts, which the employee applies while operating the system. A worker in this position initiates his/her own daily assignments, follows through on matters, and uses independent judgment and training to take appropriate actions to deal with standard recurring situations.

Roles and Responsibilities

The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate.

• Develops routing for all students using software programs.
• Develops and implements routing, schedules, assignments and changes in routing software.
• Updates and reviews data, runs analytical reports, and track live routes.
• Sets up new bus stops, re-works bus runs and routes, and creates new runs/routes in response to new schools and changes in student and/or map data; coordinates work with school bus staff.
• Confers with operations staff and lead drivers to obtain information on actual run times in order to update run stops and times; provides bus stop time and bus number information to dispatch staff.
• Maintains and provides data regarding student counts to transportation staff for use in planning bus stop locations, maintains out of county student data and develops out of county runs.
• Works effectively with transportation routing software and technology staff to resolve problems between routing and student information systems.
• Interprets maps to provide directions for drivers.
• Provides relevant information and documentation for drivers and staff.
• Establishes all runs and routes during the summer months, creating new runs for the upcoming school year.
• Communicates orally and in writing with lead drivers concerning various matters, including routes, special requirements, road conditions, etc.
• Assists in preparing and providing information for State Reports.

Qualifications

Below are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are also acceptable.

Education High School diploma or GED

Experience

Two years of experience in database management and or transportation experience

Licenses and Certifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of standard office software such as spreadsheets, databases, word processing, budgeting, and facility use procedures
• Ability to process technical computer software applications; to maintain accurate and complete records
• Good human relations and communications skills

Physical Requirements

The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this job:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. The employee must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. The employee must possess normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain practices and policies. Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Reports to: Sipervisor, Area Transportation

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Months/Days/Hours: 12 months/ 254 days / 8 hours

Salary Level: Universal 9

Salary Scale: https://www.lcps.org/compensation

Salary Range: $26.90 - $34.65 hourly

Salary : $27 - $35