Lead daily transportation operations as a Dispatcher, ensuring safe and timely service for students and families.
Posted by employer 1 day ago
First seen on Joblaze 1 day ago
Last verified on the company career page 1 day ago
What you'll build
- Lead daily transportation operations
- Coordinate drivers and vehicles
- Manage daily route assignments
- Respond to emergencies
- Communicate with school districts and families
Not disclosed in this posting: compensation, seniority, years of experience, work arrangement, visa sponsorship.
Joblaze summary
The Dispatcher at Zūm is responsible for managing daily transportation operations, which includes assigning routes, coordinating drivers, and addressing emergencies in real time. This role requires strong communication skills and the ability to think quickly under pressure, as the Dispatcher serves as the central hub for interactions between drivers, school districts, and families. Ideal candidates will have experience in logistics or transportation management, and a calm demeanor to handle the fast-paced environment. Zūm's innovative approach to student mobility positions this role at the heart of a growing and impactful service.
Joblaze insights
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Listed yesterday
— first seen on Joblaze October 23, 2026.
Last confirmed on Zūm's careers page October 23, 2026.
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This exact title is also open at 3 other locations at Zūm:
Philadelphia, PA,
Shawnee, KS,
Oakland, CA.
From the original posting
About Zūm:
Zūm is revolutionizing mass mobility with its Connected Mobility Experience (Zūm CMX™) system that connects and coordinates people, vehicles, and operations in real time. In the $50 billion student mobility market – the largest segment of the mass mobility industry – Zūm CMX is transforming a daily source of anxiety and disruption into a reliable, transparent, and efficient mobility experience for students and families. Today, more than 7,500 schools rely on Zūm CMX. Recognized globally for its innovative approach and operational execution, Zūm has been named to Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies, CNBC Disruptor 50 and Changemakers, the World Economic Forum, and the Financial Times’ Fastest Growing Companies lists. Zūm is backed by leading investors including Sequoia Capital, GIC, TPG, and Softbank.
About the Role
We're seeking an experienced Dispatcher to lead daily transportation operations and serve as the critical communication hub at our Shawnee, KS location. This role encompasses the complete dispatch lifecycle—from daily route assignments and driver coordination to emergency response and real-time problem-solving. You'll ensure seamless service delivery by orchestrating drivers, vehicles, and routes while maintaining constant communication with school districts, families, and internal teams. You'll be the operational heartbeat of our transportation service, ensuring every student gets to school safely and on time, every single day.
What Makes You Successful in This Role
You're the calm in the storm, the person who can juggle ten things at once and still remember to check in on that driver who's running five minutes behind. You thrive when the phones are ringing, routes need adjusting, and a bus just broke down on Main Street. You're a quick thinker who stays cool under pressure, makes smart decisions on the fly, and somehow manages to keep everyone informed and on track. You genuinely enjoy being the go-to problem solver, whether you're helping a new driver navigate an unfamiliar route, coordinating with the shop on a repair, or reassuring a parent that their child's bus is on the way. You've got great communication skills, a knack for prioritizing what matters most, and the kind of steady, reliable presence that makes people trust you to get things handled.