Coordinator II - Safety and Training

Position Purpose

Oversees and conducts federally mandated, Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements for Commercial Drivers License (CDL), providing classroom and behind-the-wheel training, and knowledge of federal, state, and local school bus regulations and safety procedures. Serves as a Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) CDL Third Party Examiner for Fort Worth ISD. Develops, implements and conducts the safety and training programs for the Transportation Department.

Oversees the certifications and recertifications for school bus drivers. Develops, coordinates and facilitates training for all bus drivers, bus attendants, and Transportation staff. Assists with safety-related issues and concerns including accident reviews and the evaluation of bus stops.

Reports to:

Director Transportation

PC#: 13340

Pay Grade: 402

Duty Days: 244

Salary Range: $64,909 - $78,202

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Oversees and conducts federally mandated, Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) requirements for Commercial Drivers License (CDL), providing classroom and behind-the-wheel training, and knowledge of federal, state, and local school bus regulations and safety procedures. Serves as a Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) CDL Third Party Examiner for Fort Worth ISD. Develops, implements and conducts the safety and training programs for the Transportation Department.

Oversees the certifications and recertifications for school bus drivers. Develops, coordinates and facilitates training for all bus drivers, bus attendants, and Transportation staff. Assists with safety-related issues and concerns including accident reviews and the evaluation of bus stops.

• Oversees all ELDT/CDL bus driver licensing, training requirements and certification (e.g. driver licenses, DOT physicals, state certification, drug screening, etc).
• Serves as trainer and facilitator for new and existing school bus drivers, bus attendants, and all CDL holders (i.e. coaches) for the safe and successful transport of students.
• Ensures all training and training material is accurate, applicable and up-to-date, using virtual resources, individual one-on-one training, group training, and behind-the-wheel demonstrations.
• Develops presentations and written materials for the training and communication of important information to department and district personnel.
• Recruits individuals to become school bus drivers.
• Oversees the interviewing, selection, and recommendation of new bus drivers and bus attendants.
• Schedules and conducts training for in-service, safety meetings, and professional development days throughout the school year.
• Prepares prospective school bus drivers for a class B drivers license with (P) passenger and (S) school bus endorsement, by reviewing state traffic safety rules, laws, signs and safety regulations.
• Maintains accurate records of drivers certifications and physical card status.
• Stays up to date on current state traffic laws.
• Schedules Texas School Bus certification and re-certification for all bus drivers.
• Schedules specialized training (e.g. CPR, first aid, tracheotomy, seizure etc.) training for all employees.
• Provides notice to drivers of upcoming expiration dates of required documents to ensure their renewal (physicals, drivers license, school bus certifications etc.).
• Schedules periodic school site visits and road observations of drivers to ensure compliance with established procedures.
• Compiles and analyzes monthly and periodic statistical reports of vehicle accident data and personal injury and makes recommendations for improvements.
• Drives school bus routes as needed to support the operational needs of the department.

• Performs preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensures equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing; operates tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Corrects unsafe conditions in work area and promptly reports any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

• Selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates staff, and makes recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.

• All Fort Worth ISD employees must maintain a commitment to the Districts mission, vision and strategic goals.
• Displays high professionalism, standards of conduct and work ethic.
• Exhibits high quality customer service; builds rapport/relationship with the consumer.
• Demonstrates cultural competence in interactions with others, is respectful of co-workers.
• Communicates and acts as a team player; promotes teamwork.
• Responds and acts appropriately in confrontational situations.

• Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance to the Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations…