The Dover Public Schools located in Morris County, NJ, a K-12 grade school district serving approximately 3,600 students, is seeking a motivated and dedicated individual for the anticipated full-time position of Transportation Dispatcher. This position shall assist in supervising the District’s transportation department with a focus on routing, scheduling, as well as to serving as a school bus driver, as needed. ANTICIPATED TRANSPORTATION DISPATCHER
DISTRICT
2025-2026 QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma required; Associates Degree preferred
Possess at least 3-5 years prior experience in school transportation, required
Possess Valid Commercial New Jersey’s Driver’s License with Class B, School Bus and air brake endorsements
Knowledge of state laws and regulations governing school bus construction, maintenance, and pupil transportation
Experience with Transfinder bus routing system
Practical knowledge of school bus driver’s duties, ability to interact with drivers, district staff, and parents in a positive and a professional manner
JOB FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist with the daily operations of the pupil transportation system as it relates to day-to-day routes, field trips and athletic trips.
Provide driver coverage for daily requirements.
Assist with recording and scheduling Athletic and Co-Curricular field trips.
Assist with communication to parents and staff about any transportation concerns.
Assist the Transportation Supervisor with the development of bus routes and schedules for in-district routes using Transfinder.
Assist in maintaining all district-owned transportation vehicles and develop plans for preventative maintenance.
Assist in enduring effective communication among vendor personnel, the Transportation Office, schools and families with respect to daily transportation.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor and/or designee.
REPORTS TO: TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR
BARGAINING UNIT: UNAFFILIATED
Application Procedure: Applications are being accepted on-line through Applitrack until the position is filled. In addition to completing all sections of the application, please upload a copy of your cover letter, resume, and Transportation Supervisor Certificate.
https://www.applitrack.com/dover/onlineapp/
Dover Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, and all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. 
