Operations Coordinator of Transportation

Operations Coordinator of Transportation

LOCATION:

Transportation - South - 911

Assist the Director of Transportation and Assistant Director of Transportation with the supervision of the transportation department by ensuring a safe and efficient operation.

• Provide support to the Director and Assistant Director in transportation operations.
• Oversee budgeting and the requisition, distribution, and accounting of departmental resources and fixed assets.
• Supervise and oversee routing and scheduling personnel to ensure efficient and effective route services in accordance with District procedures.
• Supervise and direct safety and training personnel in the development and implementation of efficient training procedures.
• Promote the development and/or improvement of safety, reliability, and customer service within the department.
• Interview and make recommendations for employment/dismissal of all Transportation Department employees.
• Responsible for evaluations and discipline of employees.
• Communicate transportation policies and procedures to campus staff to ensure compliance, clarity, and consistent implementation, while addressing questions and concerns.
• Lead, train, and motivate employees and maintain good morale amongst employees.
• Provide accurate and timely information for School Transportation Route Services and Operations reports.
• Oversee payroll staff to ensure transportation employees are compensated accurately, efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Oversee the development and coordination of departmental objectives, special projects, plans, and improvement initiatives.
• Oversee the development and implementation of departmental memorandums, manuals, and publications documenting department District and department policies, practices and procedures.
• Facilitate and supervise the drug and alcohol-testing program for the assigned transportation center.
• Manage and coordinate multiple divisions within the department through department managers/supervisors and lead trainer.
• Provide school bus route coverage when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 5 years’ experience in bus transportation
• 3 years’ experience in personnel management

Education/Certification:

• High school diploma or GED
• Texas Pupil Transportation Official Certification (must obtain within one calendar year of the date of hire)
• Valid Class B Texas Commercial driver’s license with Passenger & School Bus Endorsements (must obtain within 90 days of employment)
• Current and valid Texas School Bus Driver Safety Training Certification (must be able to obtain within 90 days of employment)

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively and supervise personnel
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and computer skills
• Working knowledge of budgeting and computerized routing systems
• Knowledge of campus procedures and ability to collaborate with principals and staff
• Knowledge of Texas Education Agency (TEA) reporting requirements and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations related to school bus transportation
• Must pass randomly administered drug and alcohol tests
• Ability to work effectively with students and parents

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise and evaluate department managers and operations supervisor

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors :Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional District travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

PAY GRADE: AB-3 - Minimum pro-rated salary - $76,395