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Harper Creek Community Schools

7454 B Drive North, Battle Creek, Michigan 49014

Phone (269) 441-6550 Fax (269) 660-1190

NOTICE OF AN AVAILABLE POSITION

Date: July 29, 2026

Notice is hereby given that the following position is available in the Harper Creek Community School District, Battle Creek, Michigan.

Harper Creek Community School is seeking a Transportation Dispatcher. The Dispatcher will provide bus dispatch and routing services to ensure safe, timely transportation of district students to and from school and related school events and provide clerical support. Must be proficient in navigating local streets and possess a strong understanding of directions (north, south, east, west). Confidentiality and professionalism are required in this position.

This position is scheduled for 230 workdays per school year, including paid holidays, and up to six (6) hours per day, as determined by the Supervisor. The hourly wage shall be equal to the highest hourly rate paid to bus drivers and includes eligibility for a comprehensive benefit package.

Please see the attached job description for more details.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education and/or Experience:

High School or GED.
Prefer someone with a minimum of five years of experience in a school transportation environment.

Certificates, Licenses, and Other Requirements

Valid Michigan drivers license with a positive driving record
Ability to obtain a CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
Pass MDOT physical examination
Successfully complete criminal background checks as required by law

Applicant must include the following documents with their electronic application:

Cover Letter and resume including a review of experience appropriate to the position.
Up-to-date credentials including at least one (1) recent letters of recommendation.

Deadline for applying: 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 4, 2026

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

Please provide written notice for any special needs accommodation

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.