Routing Systems Technician, Office Of Transportation

Position Type:

SUPPORT - OFFICE PROFESSIONAL/ROUTING SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN (K2806)

Date Posted:

6/25/2024

Location:

PULASKI PARK TRANSPORTATION (159087)

Closing Date:

07/02/2024

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BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB TITLE: Routing Systems Technician, Office of Transportation

TITLE CODE: K2806

GRADE: 10/ESPBC $29.51 to $49.46 (BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Hourly Base Pay Scale for Non-Exempt Office Professionals, Clerical, and Classified Employees Represented by ESPBC, 2024-2025 Effective July 1, 2024)

REPORTS TO: Specialist, Business & Data Operations

DEFINITION:

Under general supervision, the Routing Systems Technician is responsible for planning school bus routes and maintaining information concerning routes and stop locations for regular and special education students in the computer assisted routing software. The Routing Systems Technician works collaboratively with staff and stakeholders in the planning, development and implementation of route data to enhance the delivery of school bus transportation services. The Routing Systems Technician is responsible for building and coordinating routes for complex programs as communicated by staff.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Works collaboratively with transportation staff members to develop efficient bus routes.

Understands and follows Baltimore County Public Schools policies, safety guidelines and Department of Transportation procedures related to routing.

Prepares, updates, and distributes bus route descriptions and route maps.

Review's location of students, location of bus stops, length of ride, and special needs of students. May participate in site visits, route reviews or program meetings as directed.

Receives placement notifications and implements necessary changes in routes.

Maintains accurate records and documentation pertaining to bus routes, bus route changes, boundary adjustments and mapping information.

Continuously analyzes bus routes using computer assisted routing software in order to minimize gaps, overlaps, zero/low loads, and to maximize loads and efficiency.

Performs simulations and "what-if" scenarios based on proposed boundary or program changes.

Works with transportation staff to successfully implement approved changes.

Works collaboratively with transportation and information technology staff members to ensure successful integration of student records into the computer assisted routing software.

Collaborates with transportation staff members in developing and designing improved internal programs and documentation for critical transportation functions /operations.

Assists transportation staff in preparing reports using the computerized routing software and other database resources.

Provides reports on key performance indicators for management.

Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience:

Possession of a high school diploma or appropriate equivalent, plus 60 credits of post-high school education from an accredited college/university. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Three years experience with data management and analyses with demonstrated proficiency using technology. Experience working with computerized routing software, knowledge of mapping systems and their application to school bus route network analysis, and transportation routing operations preferred.

Note: Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered.

Licenses and Certificates:

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of the general organization and functions of Baltimore County Public Schools, or the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge; the ability to carry out continuing and complex assignments that require the organization of materials, the handling of routine administrative details, the preparation of reports and sound decision making.

Knowledge of mapping systems and their application to school bus route network analysis.

Excellent analytical, problem solving and time management skills.

Demonstrated proficiency in the use of PC's to complete complex and varied tasks.

Extensive experience working with spreadsheets, databases, and presenting information in a clear and concise manner.

Excellent verbal, written and human relations skills.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The work of this class is generally sedentary and performed in an office environment. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, and occasional limited physical activities.

The position will require travel throughout Baltimore County, Maryland to BCPS schools, offices, and facilities. Overtime required during summer and other peak periods.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System

This description defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of this position. It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required.

Application Instructions

Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted. If an applicant started an application with BCPS in the past and at a later date decides to apply for additional positions, it is the applicant's responsibility to review the entire application and ensure that all data is up to date (for example, the applicant may need to add additional schooling or certifications, an additional work experience, or provide updated references). The applicant must remember to review the entire application each time for accuracy and submit each time for a new or different vacancy.

• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors.
  
  Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted. Applicants should notify their reference proactively to inform them they will receive a form via email through a MAILBOT email address from Baltimore County Public Schools. Applicants should also inform their reference(s) of the job they are applying to.

• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.

• Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation.
  
  A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (State of Maryland, Senate Bill 315, effective October 1, 1986) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.00. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.

• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.

• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.

• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.

• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.

• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.

• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to:

EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9600 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 118, Baltimore, MD 21220 (443-809-4360).

Contact Information

TiErra Johnson, SHRM-CP

HR Analyst

6901 Charles Street, E Building

Towson, Maryland 21204

Phone: 443-809-7872