Transportation Manager

Superintendent

Job Description

Reports To Superintendent Supervises Transportation personnel Terms 12 - Month Salary 12 - Month Certified Salary Schedule

Job Goal

To provide an effective, safe transportation system and coordinate student bus assignments and transfer procedures.

Qualifications

Must have a Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited university. Must possess a current CDL and have experience with bus operation and repair. Management experience preferred. Such alternatives to the preceding qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

Performance Responsibilities

  • Hire qualified, capable bus operators and bus aides and substitutes according to criteria established by the state, local board, and superintendent.
  • Assume responsibility for growth in student learning.
    • Develop and meet two yearly performance goals which positively affect student achievement through job responsibilities.
  • Establish and control drivers’ routes, stops, and schedules.
  • Approve the use of buses and drivers for special events and field trips.
  • Provide training for bus operators and substitutes.
  • Provide a current inventory record of all district vehicles.
  • Recommend purchase of materials, supplies, and equipment and the repair of faulty mechanical equipment.
  • Coordinate the bus inspection as required by the state and local board.
  • Supervise shipping and receiving of materials, supplies, and equipment.
  • Manage the warehousing of materials, supplies, and equipment.
  • Serve as district point of contact and collect documentation for required bus evacuation drills.
  • Maintain accurate and timely records/reports.
  • Work with principals in implementing programs, services, and resolving transportation issues.
  • Make recommendations regarding transportation.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for the district to ensure accuracy of student data for bus routes, student placement, etc.
  • Prepare and administer budgets related to transportation.
  • Be available when the first bus picks up until the last bus drops off all students.
  • Plan, organize, and implement in-service programs and activities for bus operators.
  • Ensure that all bus operators receive all required trainings (i.e. ethics, suicide, safety, etc.) and provide appropriate documentation to applicable staff.
  • Attend board meetings and answer any questions pertaining to the transportation of students

Professional Responsibilities

  • Engage in self-reflection and growth opportunities to support high levels of learning for all students.
  • Collaborates and communicates effectively with families, colleagues, and the community to promote students’ academic achievement and to accomplish the school’s mission.
  • Maintain professional personal appearance and demonstrate respect for colleagues.
  • Attend work regularly; report to work on time; and provide advance notice of need for absence.
  • Complete work efficiently and accurately (with few/no errors) within deadlines without supervision.
  • Perform job responsibilities consistently, use time wisely, plan properly, take care of materials and equipment.
  • Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate trustworthiness; exercise good judgment.
  • Support, implement, assist with, and/or ensure application of district initiatives and other programs or directives of the Superintendent and Board.
  • Keep direct supervisor informed of the progress being made in the area(s) of responsibility.
  • Attend meetings and/or staff development that address area(s) of responsibility as directed by supervisor.
  • Complete and submit all forms, reports, documentation, and training by required dates and in accordance with district policies and procedures.
  • Communicate appropriately and work effectively with all populations.
  • Remain open to suggestions and innovative ideas; receive and apply feedback.
  • Demonstrate competence in areas of responsibility.
  • Follow the specific requirements established by the School Board (LEA), State Department of Education (SDE), the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (SBESE), and/or Federal regulations and guidelines established by each.
  • Perform any duty, not specifically assigned, as deemed necessary by the assigning authority in order to maintain continuity where needed.

Accountability

Performance evaluation annually