ESTIMATED INTERVIEW DATE: Ongoing
WORK SCHEDULE: Full-time, 8 hours a day, 260 days per year; Monday through Friday.
WORK CALENDAR: Click link to view calendar with work days.
2025-2026 260 Day Work Calendar
CLASSIFICATION:C-4-3, Exempt
SALARY:
Salary placement based on negotiated agreement and qualifications (prorated based upon hire date)
Click link below to review the 2024-2026 Rochester Operations Professional Employees Work Unit Agreement containing salary schedule.
ROPE Statement of Understanding 2024-2026
Hiring Manager: Dustin Morrow, Director of Transportation
If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4321 or email [email protected]
JOB SUMMARY:
The Routing Coordinator Supervisor provides leadership and oversight of all student transportation routing operations for the district. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring, and continuously improving regular education, special education, alternative program, homeless, non-public, charter, preschool, and activity transportation services. The Routing Coordinator Supervisor leads the district's routing team and ensures transportation services are safe, efficient, compliant, customer-focused, and fiscally responsible. The position serves as the district expert in transportation software, route optimization, transportation analytics, bell-time alignment, and transportation compliance. This role combines strategic planning, data analysis, operational leadership, and customer service while supporting the district's mission to provide equitable access to education through safe and reliable transportation.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership & Supervision
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Supervise and evaluate Routing Coordinators and routing support staff.
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Establish departmental goals and performance metrics.
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Develop routing team procedures and best practices.
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Lead routing team meetings and operational planning sessions.
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Participate in transportation leadership meetings.
Routing & Planning
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Direct the development and maintenance of all transportation routes.
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Oversee routing for:
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General Education
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Special Education
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Early Childhood
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Charter Schools
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Non-Public Schools
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Homeless Transportation
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Care and Treatment Programs
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Alternative Learning Programs
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Summer Programs
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Ensure efficient route design while maintaining service standards.
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Conduct annual route reviews and optimization studies.
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Develop contingency routing plans for emergencies.
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Lead annual route startup planning and implementation.
Transportation Software Administration
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Serve as district administrator for routing software.
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Maintain student transportation databases.
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Ensure accurate geocoding and stop placement.
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Oversee GIS mapping and transportation boundaries.
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Monitor system integrations with:
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Student Information Systems
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GPS Platforms
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Parent Communication Systems
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Special Education Systems
Data Analytics & Performance Management
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Develop transportation dashboards and performance indicators.
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Analyze:
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Ride times
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Route efficiency
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Bus utilization
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Stop spacing
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On-time performance
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Cost per rider
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Special education transportation costs
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Produce reports for district leadership.
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Support annual transportation budgeting.
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Identify cost savings opportunities.
Special Education Transportation Oversight
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Collaborate with Special Education administrators.
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Ensure transportation accommodations are implemented correctly.
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Review IEP transportation requirements.
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Monitor specialized transportation utilization.
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Identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining compliance.
Bell Time Optimization
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Conduct bell-time studies as requested
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Recommend route tiering improvements.
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Analyze school start/end times for transportation efficiency.
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Support district-wide scheduling initiatives.
Contractor & Vendor Coordination
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Collaborate with transportation contractors.
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Monitor route performance.
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Review route bids and service agreements.
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Participate in contract management activities.
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Resolve service concerns and operational issues.
Customer Service & Stakeholder Relations
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Present transportation information to district leadership
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Support public communication efforts.
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Build positive relationships with families and community partners.
Compliance & Safety
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Ensure compliance with:
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Minnesota Statutes
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Minnesota Department of Education requirements
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Minnesota Department of Public Safety regulations
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Federal transportation regulations
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District policies
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Support transportation audits.
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Assist with annual transportation reporting.
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Participate in accident and incident reviews.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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1-3 years experience coordinating routing for a school district.
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High school diploma or GED.
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
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Strong oral and written communication skills.
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Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with sensitive information.
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Ability to manage interruptions and refocus effectively in a fast-paced environment.
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Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
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Demonstrated professionalism and dependability.
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Regular, on-time attendance.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Minnesota Association for Pupil Transportation (MAPT) Leadership Training
PERFORMANCE METRICS:
The Routing Coordinator Supervisor will be evaluated on:
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Cost per transported student
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Bus utilization rates
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Average ride times
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On-time performance
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Route efficiency improvements
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Parent satisfaction
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Routing accuracy
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Special education transportation efficiency
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Annual budget performance
Commitment to Equity:
Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.
https://www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement
Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions
Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.
District Information: To learn more about Rochester Public Schools, visit www.rochesterschools.org.
All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.
