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Transportation Specialist - Field Trip (26-27)

Young World Physical Education, Waller, TX, United States


Transportation Specialist - Field Trip (26-27)
Waller Independent School District Transportation Department - Waller, Texas

Job Details

Job ID: 5659560

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description
Job Title:

Transportation Specialist - Field Trip

Wage/Hour Status:

Nonexempt

Reports to:

Director of Transportation

Pay Grade:

TR 3

Dept./School:

Transportation

Revised:

4/20/26

Annual Work Days:

210

Funding:

Local

Salary/Work Days:

Hourly pay range minimum is $20.20; pay based upon experience; will work 7.5 hours daily, normally work 210 days annually

Primary Purpose
Oversee all aspects of scheduling and coordinating district field trips (PreK–12), including summer programs and transportation for extracurricular, co-curricular, and auxiliaries. Coordinate trip logistics, assign drivers and vehicles, and lead weekly driver selection meetings. Communicate trip details with dispatch and maintenance to ensure safe, efficient, and cost‑effective operations, and prepare and submit final billing to Finance.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Valid Texas Class B CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Valid Texas DPS School Bus Driver Certification

Ability to obtain TAPT Pupil Transportation Specialist Certification (preferred)

Special Knowledge/Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and transportation software

Strong organization, filing, and detail‑oriented skills

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and resolve conflicts

Ability to follow and communicate written and verbal instructions

Knowledge of office procedures and student discipline practices

Ability to complete required bus driver training and safely operate a school bus

Experience

Minimum of 4 years experience in school transportation

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Coordinate and manage all district field trips (PreK–12), including athletics, CTE, and Special Education, by scheduling, assigning, and dispatching transportation.

Utilize and maintain field trip management software; train staff (sponsors, coaches, and teachers) on submitting trip requests.

Assess transportation needs for each trip and ensure appropriate driver and vehicle assignments.

Maintain equitable driver rotation and oversee driver coverage for extracurricular trips.

Process and schedule trips daily, ensuring timely entry and advance notice to drivers.

Coordinate and track emergency trip requests.

Communicate with campuses, drivers, dispatch, and maintenance regarding trip logistics and resolve scheduling conflicts promptly.

Assist with billing processes and driver compensation for extracurricular trips.

Maintain accurate trip records and manage the field trip database.

Identify and recommend cost‑saving opportunities, including consolidating trips when feasible.

Provide driver training or in‑service sessions as needed.

Serve as a substitute bus driver and/or monitor as needed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

General Employee Requirements

Quality of Work – complete assignments meeting quality standards, to include accuracy, neatness, thoroughness and adherence to standards and safety rules.

Quantity of Work – demonstrate the ability to manage several responsibilities simultaneously, perform work in a productive and timely manner, and meet work schedules.

Work Habits – display a positive, cooperative attitude toward work assignments, working diligently to accomplish tasks assigned.

Communication – communicate in a positive manner with others, to include listening and responding appropriately, expressing ideas orally and in writing in a manner that helps build a positive climate for the organization.

Dependability – adhere to time frames, monitor projects and exercise follow‑through, be on time for meetings and appointments, and respond appropriately to instructions and procedures.

Cooperation – work well with co‑workers and supervisors as a contributing team member, demonstrate consideration of and maintain rapport with others, and help others willingly.

Initiative – seek and assume greater responsibility, monitor projects independently as required, and follow through appropriately.

Adaptability – adjust well to any change in duties, procedures, supervisors or work environment, accept new ideas and approaches to work, and respond appropriately to constructive criticism and suggestions for work improvement.

Judgment – effectively analyze problems, determine appropriate action for solutions, and use logical thinking to exhibit timely and decisive action.

Attendance – attend work on a consistent basis, taking care to consider the use and number of absences in accordance with policy so that the organization is not negatively impacted.

Punctuality – arrive to work and depart from work according to department and district requirements

Position Type
Full‑Time

Salary
$20.20 to $27.60 Per Hour

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information
Jacob Erreguin , Transportation Director

Transportation Department

Email: jerreguin@wallerisd.net

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