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Bus Dispatcher - Transportation Department - CP27-015255

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    JOB DESCRIPTION Grossmont Union High School District BUS DISPATCHER Purpose Statement: The job of Bus Dispatcher is done for the purpose/s of coordinating and assigning drivers and equipment to regularly scheduled home-to-school runs, special excursions and field trips; maintains routes; ensuring the overall coverage required to meet the transportation operation scheduling demands; and evaluating, resolving and/or recommending solutions to incidents, complaints and/or accidents. The job of Bus Dispatcher is done for the purpose/s of coordinating and assigning drivers and equipment to regularly scheduled home-to-school runs, special excursions and field trips; maintains routes; ensuring the overall coverage required to meet the transportation operation scheduling demands; and evaluating, resolving and/or recommending solutions to incidents, complaints and/or accidents.

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    LocationEl Cajon, CA
    IndustryEducation
    Company Size2,500 to 4,999 employees
    Year Founded1920
    Websitehttp://www.guhsd.net

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    Bus Dispatcher - Transportation Department - CP27-015255 at Grossmont Union High School District

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    Application Deadline

    8/5/2026 11:55 PM Pacific

    Date Posted

    7/23/2026

    Contact

    CJ Rasure

    (619) 644-8186

    Number of Openings

    1

    Salary

    Pay Range

    64,490.58 - 71,028.46 Annually

    Add l Salary Info

    Range 49. Includes paid holidays, paid vacation and great benefits (medical, dental, vision, life and flex-pay).

    Length of Work Year

    12 months, 8 hours per day, Monday - Friday

    Employment Type

    Full Time

    LOCATION / SITE:

    Transportation Department

    JOB #:

    CP27-015255

    About the Employer

    The Grossmont Union High School District is dedicated to providing a safe and collaborative learning environment which supports academic achievement and social development for all students. The Grossmont District operates on the premise that success for every student is dependent upon all groups in the organization including teachers, administrators, parents, staff, students, and the community working together to support all students in their development as life-long learners, thinkers, and successful contributors of the community. The Grossmont Union High School District shall be free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying against and individual or group based on the employee s actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, age, religious creed, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. (GUHSD Board Policy 4030).

    Job Summary

    Job Summary

    The job of Bus Dispatcher is done for the purpose/s of coordinating and assigning drivers and equipment to regularly scheduled home-to-school runs, special excursions and field trips; maintains routes; ensuring the overall coverage required to meet the transportation operation scheduling demands; and evaluating, resolving and/or recommending solutions to incidents, complaints and/or accidents. This job reports to Director, Transportation

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    JOB DESCRIPTION Grossmont Union High School District BUS DISPATCHER Purpose Statement: The job of Bus Dispatcher is done for the purpose/s of coordinating and assigning drivers and equipment to regularly scheduled home-to-school runs, special excursions and field trips; maintains routes; ensuring the overall coverage required to meet the transportation operation scheduling demands; and evaluating, resolving and/or recommending solutions to incidents, complaints and/or accidents. This job reports to Director, Transportation Essential Functions • Collaborates with school site personnel and special education administrators on concerns related to transporting special education students for the purpose of resolving transportation issues and delivering services in conformance with District objectives. • Coordinates scheduling and use of transportation equipment (e.g. field trips, extra curricular activities, athletic trips, etc.) for the purpose of meeting organization s emergency and routine transportation requirements. • Dispatches drivers for the purpose of meeting the schedule demands. • Evaluates bus routes for the purpose of providing services in a safe and cost effective manner. • Informs school personnel, parents, etc. of practices and incidents (e.g. rules, regulations, laws, procedures, etc.) for the purpose of providing information for follow-up action and/or proper procedures. • Inspects contractor's equipment, licenses, certificates, medical exams and log books when under contract with the District to transport students on activity trips (e.g. grad night) for the purpose of ensuring adherence to District and/or State requirements. • Maintains a variety of manual and electronic documents, files and/or records for the purpose of documenting activities, providing reliable information, and complying with district, state and federal requirements. • Monitors a variety of activities and/or program components (e.g. billing, scheduling, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with financial, legal and/or administrative requirements. • Observes and evaluates bus routes for the purpose of ensuring integrity of schedule and/or ensuring compliance with California Highway Patrol and vehicle code. • Oversees drivers' times, and assignments for the purpose of ensuring adequate coverage. • Performs functions of bus driver as needed for the purpose of meeting student transportation needs. • Performs functions of bus drivers and bus attendant as needed for the purpose of meeting student transportation requirements. • Prepares documentation (e.g. incident reports, inspections, student count, state reports, field trip documentation, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information. • Recommends policies, procedures and/or actions (e.g. boundary changes) for the purpose of providing direction and/or making decisions. • Resolves schedule problems (e.g. verifies a.m. schedule, handles substitutions, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring all routes are covered. • Responds to inquiries for the purpose of providing information, direction and/or resolution. • Schedules bus routes, summer school, field trips, and Special Education transportation for the purpose of ensuring students are transported in a timely efficient manner. Other Functions • Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating equipment used in Transportation; planning and managing projects; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and using pertinent software applications. KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: safety practices and procedures; provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code and Education Code applicable to the operation of school buses; first aid practices; methods and practices of driver instruction and training. ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; working as part of a team; and multitasking. Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job s functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the Organization's services. Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 75% sitting, 20% walking, and 5% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment. Experience Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired. Education Targeted job related education that meets organization's prerequisite requirements. FLSA Status Approval Date Salary Grade Non Exempt 6/15/2006 Unit I 49

    Requirements / Qualifications

    Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired. Education: Targeted job related education that meets organization's prerequisite requirements. Certificates & Licenses: -Valid California Commercial Class A or B Driver s License with passenger, air brakes, and school bus endorsements -Medical Certificate -School Bus Certificate -First Aid/CPR Certification

    • Driver s License Copy (Valid California Commercial Class A or B Driver s License with passenger, air brakes, and school bus endorsements)
    • Letter of Introduction
    • Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters written and dated within the last 12 months.)
    • Resume ((Updated Resume))

    Requirements / Qualifications

    Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired. Education: Targeted job related education that meets organization's prerequisite requirements. Certificates & Licenses: -Valid California Commercial Class A or B Driver s License with passenger, air brakes, and school bus endorsements -Medical Certificate -School Bus Certificate -First Aid/CPR Certification

    • Driver s License Copy (Valid California Commercial Class A or B Driver s License with passenger, air brakes, and school bus endorsements)
    • Letter of Introduction
    • Letter(s) of Recommendation (3 letters written and dated within the last 12 months.)
    • Resume ((Updated Resume))

    Comments and Other Information

    It is important to note, to become an employee of Grossmont Union High School District, there will be a fingerprinting requirement that currently costs $72 (this is an up-front, out-of-pocket cost). Join the GUHSD team! Guided by its core values of caring, collaboration, and innovation, the Grossmont Union High School District exists for empower each GUHSD student to build the best future.

    Comments and Other Information

    It is important to note, to become an employee of Grossmont Union High School District, there will be a fingerprinting requirement that currently costs $72 (this is an up-front, out-of-pocket cost). Join the GUHSD team! Guided by its core values of caring, collaboration, and innovation, the Grossmont Union High School District exists for empower each GUHSD student to build the best future.

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    About Company

    THE GROSSMONT UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT


    The Grossmont Union High School District is a suburban high school district encompassing 470 square miles in the eastern portion of San Diego County. Major cities located in the District's attendance area are El Cajon, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, and Santee, and the unincorporated areas of Spring Valley, Alpine, Lakeside, Dulzura, and Jamul.
    There are approximately 22,000 students attending the District’s nine comprehensive high schools, two charter schools, one continuation school, alternative, and special education programs. The District also operates a very comprehensive adult school and Regional Occupational Program. Approximately 52 percent of the high school students are white and 48 percent come from Latino, African-American, Asian, Filipino, Chaldean/Arabic, Pacific Islander, and Native American backgrounds. The approximately 2200 full-time employees in the District, combined with hundreds of hourly employees, make the District the largest employer in East County. The schools located in the Grossmont District are Grossmont, El Cajon Valley, Mount Miguel, El Capitan, Granite Hills, Monte Vista, Santana, Valhalla, and West Hills and Alternative Education Programs such as Chaparral High School, Gateway, Middle College High School and Phoenix Programs.
    The Grossmont District provides a quality educational program for its students and has a reputation for excellence throughout the state. The District continues to modify and improve its instructional program to meet the needs of the students it serves. Teacher collaboration through Professional Learning Communities increased opportunities for students in career/technical programs, comprehensive intervention programs for at-risk students, and expanded community partnerships are but a few of the programs that are benefiting our students. Last year, every comprehensive high school in the District showed positive growth in its individual API score and met requirements for AYP.

    Equity and Access for All Students
    All students will have access to a high quality, supportive, educational experience.
    Grossmont Union High School District Believes, Supports, & Expects:
    A.  All students will be educated in an emotionally and physically safe, supportive environment.
    B.  All students will be placed in appropriate courses with critical monitoring of student achievement.
    C.  Systematic support will be implemented to ensure success for every student.
    D.  All students will be actively engaged and challenged to achieve their personal, educational,
    and career goals.
    E.   All students will have access to an array of
    curricular & extended curricular activities.


    Collaborative Learning Environment
    All staff will contribute to collaborative teams in a mutually supportive and trusting environment.
    Grossmont Union High School District Believes, Supports, & Expects:


    A.  Staff will set goals for student achievement that are specific, measurable, attainable, challenging, results-oriented, and time-bound.
    B.  Teachers will collaborate and reflect on classroom policies, practices, curriculum, and instructional strategies to ensure equity for all students.
    C.  Significant recognition and celebration of individual and collective achievements will occur.
    D.  Parents will take an active role in the education of their children, including monitoring. academic performance and working with staff to maximize their child’s educational experience.


    Grossmont Union High School District
    1100 Murray Dr., El Cajon, CA 92020
    P.O. Box 1043, La Mesa, CA 91944
    (619) 644-8000
    FAX (619) 644-3537
    www.guhsd.net


    Community Engagement
    Grossmont Union High School District values the importance of collaborative relationships with its extended community.
    Grossmont Union High School District Believes, Supports, & Expects:

    A.  The Governing Board, Superintendent, and staff will engage the community with a common
    message and purpose.
    B.  Articulation with partner districts, community colleges, and universities will be on-going.
    C.  The business community will be encouraged to continue taking an active role in the development of career/technical education and work-related experiences.
    D.  Collaborative work with the community and civic-based organizations will occur to coordinate
    resources for student, family, and community needs.
    E.  Communication with parents and the community will be expanded.

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