Transportation Coordinator - Dispatcher 2026-27

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The position of Transportation Coordinator – Dispatcher is done for the purpose/s of coordination of dispatch activities for buses and bus drivers for the safe and timely transportation of students.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY:

The Bellevue School District is committed to a diverse workforce representative of our students, one that embraces and models cultural competency as an international community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Coordinates field and athletic trips with the schools; providing cost estimates; managing changes
and cancellations; arranging school buses, charter buses, and drivers.
• Coordinates and provides support to drivers with routes, trips and bidding, maps and directions,
buses and equipment, policies and procedures.
• Resolves transportation problems and maintains effective public relations with parents, drivers and
district employees.
• Assigns properly equipped buses based on special needs of students to be transported; reviews
equipment needs and makes recommendations.
• Investigates complaints; directs emergency procedures; documents events and
allegations;
• Relieves drivers as necessary; prepares reports and recommendations.
• Reviews payroll records submitted by drivers; authorizes pay.
• May be required to back-up other coordinator position duties, including but not limited to; training and support of drivers, public and student relations, and other prescribed coordinator duties.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

• Reports directly to and is supervised by the Transportation Manager.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require):

Required:
• High school degree or equivalent
• Minimum of two years’ experience within a transportation department
• Previous experience as a school bus driver

Preferred:
• Experience in a lead or supervisory role
• School district experience preferred
• School district dispatching/routing experience

Allowable Substitutions:
• Private experience may be substituted for school district experience
• Other experience may be substituted for lead or supervisory experience

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (positions in this class typically require):

• Valid Washington state school bus driver's license; commercial license with passenger
endorsement must be obtained within the first 180 calendar days of employment
• Valid Department of Transportation physical card
• First Aid and CPR certification

KNOWLEDGE (position requirements at entry):

• Possesses basic knowledge of safety standards, laws, codes, rules and regulations and
district policies and procedures relating to the transportation of students
• Demonstrates a familiarity with area streets, highways and district boundaries
• Has basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance requirements
• Ability to operate computer software as required for the position

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

• Reads and understands maps
• Possesses effective communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Possesses personal organizing skills for managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Possesses analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrates driving skills for various bus models
• Demonstrates multicultural sensitivity with the ability to effectively and collaboratively work with diverse populations
• Ability to perform all duties in accordance with all applicable Board policies and district and legal
requirements
• Ability to meet and maintain punctuality and attendance expectations
• Ability to work in a high stress environment.
• Ability to multi-task.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, 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 negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

CTSA salary grade 5 $ 83,962 to $ 88,381 annual salary (starting at $ 83,962), 40 hours per week, for a 260-day annual assignment. Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life-insurance eligibility is based upon 630 hours worked within a school year. Retirement provided through Washington State Department of Retirement Systems. Other benefits include vacation and paid holidays.

NOTE:

Resume and letter of interest required.

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States must be completed. The District does not currently provide visa sponsorship. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers/professional references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Bellevue School Board.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Bellevue School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Title IX Compliance Coordinator
Gender-Inclusive Schools Compliance Coordinator
Name: Nancy Pham, Director of Compliance and Legal Affairs
Address: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005
Telephone Number: 425-456-4248
Email: [email protected]

Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Name: Kerince Bowen, Director of Counseling
Address: 12111 NE 1st Street, Bellevue, WA 98005
Telephone Number: (425) 456-4168
Email: [email protected]

Members of the public with disabilities who have specific concerns about the effectiveness of the District’s communications to them should contact Janine Thorn, Chief Communications and Engagement Officer, at 425-456-4000 or [email protected].