Director Of Transportation

Employer:

COEUR DALENE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Address: 1400 N. Northwood Center Ct, COEUR DALENE,

Phone:

More information: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./2480537

Director of Transportation

Deputy Superintendent of Operations

Classified, Exempt (12‑month employee)

To Be Determined by the Board

The Director of Transportation provides leadership and oversight for all district transportation operations, ensuring the safe, efficient, and effective transportation of students and staff with a focus on customer service. This role manages personnel and training, develops and monitors budgets, ensures regulatory compliance, and maintains high safety standards across all functions. This is a leadership role that may require availability during early mornings, evenings, or weekends in response to emergencies or operational‑needs.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or related field preferred (or commensurate experience in a related field)
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in transportation or logistics management preferred
• At least 5 years of supervisory experience preferred
• Proven track record of strong customer service skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Intermediate or greater proficiency with computers, office software, and transportation systems
• Current CDL credentials

• Lead, organize, and manage the district's transportation operations with sound decision‑making, including maintenance, scheduling, and personnel supervision
• Provide effective positive leadership that fosters positive relationships with staff, students, parents, and the community
• Provide and model excellent customer service, creative problem‑solving, and de‑escalation skills
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to transportation services
• Attract, retain, supervise, and evaluate transportation staff, facilitate training, and resolve personnel issues
• Develop, review, and adjust bus routes, stops, and special trip logistics; ensure safe and efficient routing
• Ensure accurate maintenance records, approve payroll documents, manage procurement, and oversee the transportation budget
• Oversee preventive and routine vehicle maintenance, licensing, and district vehicle documentation
• Collaborate with school and department administrators to coordinate student bus placements and address behavioral concerns
• Provide timely assessments of road conditions, especially during inclement weather, and assist with emergency route planning
• Uphold student discipline procedures related to transportation in accordance with district policy
• Support the implementation of transportation safety programs for staff and students
• Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities that are legal, moral, and ethical as the district may assign

• Ability to communicate clearly and understand verbal conversations
• Visual capacity to read, write, and monitor student and staff activities
• Manual dexterity for computer and office equipment use
• Physical mobility to work in varied environments and travel within the district
• Ability to drive a commercial vehicle

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel.

Posted: 12/25