Field Trip Supervisor/Dispatcher

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In addition to the requirements listed below, regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

• Ensures that all actions are in concert with the Board policies as well as the mission statement, beliefs, objectives and parameters found in the Board's strategic plan.
• Participates in job training and professional growth opportunities in order to enhance ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
• Schedules field trips for departments and schools.
• Enters field trips requests in Excel spreadsheet and sends confirmations to schools/departments.
• Bills schools and departments for field trips taken.
• Implements assignment of driver routes, schedules, and buses to be driven.
• Checks in bus drivers and field trip drivers and monitors their movements during the operation of their assigned trips.
• Assigns substitute buses and drivers for field trips where appropriate.
• Informs drivers of field trips or extra trip assignments.
• May drive a school bus on an emergency basis as needed.
• Prepares reports and maintains records as required (within the areas of responsibility).
• Various clerical duties such as answering telephones, checking student transportation information, and interacting with parents and school staff

QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED certificate. Must have or be able to obtain (within 60 days of hire) and maintain a Class "B" CDL with School Bus, Passenger and Airbrake endorsements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Ability to demonstrate qualities aligned to our core values of Character, Communication, Collaboration and Continuous Improvement.
2. Computer experience to include e-mail and Microsoft suite.
3. Knowledge of the roads and routes within the city of Rockford.
4. Proficient in Spanish (dependent upon department need)

WORK CALENDAR: 12-Months

WORKING CONDITIONS: Moderate-in-district travel as well as intermittent in-state and out-of-state travel. Intermittent prolonged and irregular hours of work.

A comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Paid Sick and Personal time
• Paid holidays
• Membership in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
• Optional 403(b) plan
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Collective Bargaining Agreement: Rockford Building Maintenance Association