Special Education Routing Coordinator (8 Hours) at Transportation Department

POSITION: Special Educational Routing Coordinator LOCATION: Transportation Department FTE: 1.0 HOURS: 8 Hours Per Day (7:30am - 4:30pm) CALENDAR: 260 Days Per Year (will be prorated based on start date) SALARY: $25.56 - $35.38 Per Hour (Range H) BENEFITS: PERS, Medical, Dental, Vision, Optional Insurances, Paid Leaves, Holiday Pay, etc. START DATE: November 23, 2026, or when filled APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open until filled Job Purpose Statement: The position of Special Education Routing Coordinator provides multiple levels of routing, communication, and office support to the Transportation Department. This position reports to the Transportation Supervisor. Essential Job Functions: Route and maintain special education routes, includes AM, MD, PM, activity, special programs, and extended school year. Maintain special education student database. Manage the ordering and distribution of Tri-Met passes. Coordinate use of outside transportation services. Reconcile billings from outside transportation service companies. Route and maintain snow routes. Track and maintain records for Medicaid reporting. Manage student medical/emergency protocols. Effectively operate and communicate via two-way radio. Track and maintain data for state, district, and other reports. Maintain professional appearance and deportment. Manage on-duty time so as to safely and efficiently complete assigned duties/responsibilities. Investigate complaints as assigned providing written response. Other Job Functions: Route and maintain general education summer school routes. Monitor driver check-in. Dispatch drivers and arrange for coverage of routes (AM). Provide support and communication within Department and between patrons, schools, and district office. Prepare state, district, and other reports as needed. Cover drive routes/trips as needed. Perform other duties as assigned. Skills, Knowledge, and/or Abilities Required: Skilled in working effectively as a team player with drivers and other related staff. Good PC computer skills with Microsoft Office products and Internet and web based applications. Effective use of the English language in both written and verbal forms using correct grammar and spelling. Knowledge of the district’s geographic area, and the ability to gain knowledge of state, local, and District laws and polices relating to school bus operation. Ability to work under stressful situations and maintain a positive, upbeat attitude, to interpret and analyze maps and written material and prepare the same, to acquire and maintain a school bus certificate for the largest capacity bus in the fleet, and to maintain a record of good attendance. Ability to be flexible as to working shift, lunch break and be agreeable to adjust to avoid overtime, while being available to work overtime if necessary, and to work in a smoke free environment. Education Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent and sufficient education to comprehend and apply relevant operation laws and district student transportation policies and procedures. Licenses, Bonding and/or Testing Required: Possession of, or ability to obtain, licenses/certificates necessary for operating a school bus. To be completed within 120 days of employment.

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