ROUTE SCHEDULER

Prepares, modifies and maintains more complex school bus routes to provide a cost-effective transportation system for Denver Public Schools. Drive bus routes when necessary. \*\* Applications will be received until **July 31, 2026**. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at [careers.dpsk12.org](https://dpsjobboard.dpsk12.org/dpsjobs). \*\* **About this job:** Prepares, modifies and maintains more complex school bus routes to provide a cost-effective transportation system for Denver Public Schools. Drive bus routes when necessary. **What DPS Offers You:** - A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives. - **Salary Range**. $48.547 - $58.257 annually Click [here](http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/site/default.aspx?pageid=2859) for more information on compensation for these roles. - In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; [time off](http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/Page/1129), [health and wellness benefits](http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/Page/1397), and [PERA Retirement](http://thecommons.dpsk12.org/retire). **What You'll Do:** - Plan, design and determine more complex bus routes that match equipment to student requirements using the most cost effective and efficient methods. - Maintain ongoing familiarity with bus load factors, actual transit time, special equipment, dispatching activity and reporting procedures and all safety policies. - Maintain an ongoing knowledge of changes to road networks and traffic patterns in and around the City and County of Denver. - Access and enter appropriate data into both the routing and student information systems. - Process new students into bus routes as required. - Prepare/ forward referrals in accordance with Transportation Department policies and procedures, when appropriate. - Receive and appropriately respond to incoming phone calls from Transportation staff, parents, school representatives and other members of the community. - Manage other transportation services (sub-contractors, RTD, Yellow Cab, etc.) as needed. - Maintain accurate contacts and phone numbers for responses requiring specific expertise. - Maintain a continuous and cooperative coordination work relationship with the Excursion Coordinator and Athletic/ASA Supervisor. - Assist the Excursion/ASA program specialists in assuring the most efficient and effective assignment of tasks. - Drive routes when required. - Perform other duties as assigned. - This is a safety-sensitive position within the DPS School District and mandatory position requirements include: a copy of current Driving Record at time of hire, clear CBI criminal/background investigation and compliance with Drug Free/Pre-hire and Random Drug testing conducted throughout duration of assignment. **What You’ll Need:** - High School Diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics/Workflow Analysis, Resource Information, or Business Administration is preferred. - Three (3) years experience in school transportation. - Effective communication skills especially in writing and over the two-way radio. Experience and proficiency with Microsoft Office products (e.g. Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), mapping and routing software. Bilingual skills in Spanish preferred. - Maintain a current CDL license with ‘S’ endorsement that meets all CDE regulations and is insurable by the Colorado School District Self-Insurance Pool. - Knowledge with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and Outlook - Effective time management and organizational skills as well as effective communication skills. - Strong attention to detail - Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines - The ability to take responsibility for one’s own performance - Work collaboratively with others on a team - Aptitude for…