Transportation Manager​/Director

Overview

We’re hiring:
Transportation Manager/Director
. Sturgeon Public School Division is seeking a collaborative and strategic leader to serve as Manager/ Director of Transportation Services. Reporting to the Associate Superintendent, Corporate Services, the Manager/Director is responsible for the leadership, planning, administration, and continuous improvement of the Division’s student transportation system.

The Manager/Director of Transportation Services ensures students are provided with safe, reliable, efficient, and equitable transportation services while maintaining compliance with applicable legislation, Division policies, and industry standards. The Manager/Director provides leadership for transportation operations, contractor relationships, budget management, route planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement in support of student success.

• Provide leadership for the planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of student transportation services across the Division.

• Develop and recommend transportation policies, procedures, and operational practices that align with Division priorities and legislative requirements.

• Lead long-term transportation planning and operational reviews to maximize service effectiveness, efficiency, and safety.

• Gather, analyze, and interpret transportation data to support evidence-informed decision-making.

• Design, implement, evaluate, and optimize transportation routes and schedules to support safe and efficient student transportation.

• Coordinate transportation services for eligible students, including specialized transportation arrangements and parent-provided transportation agreements.

• Collaborate with school administrators to address transportation needs and support effective service delivery.

• Support emergency planning and operational responses related to transportation services.

• Develop, monitor, and administer the annual transportation budget in collaboration with the Associate Superintendent, Corporate Services.

• Lead procurement processes, including requests for proposals and transportation service contracts.

• Negotiate, administer, and monitor transportation contracts to ensure service quality, accountability, and value.

• Prepare transportation grant submissions and other required operational and financial reports.

• Ensure compliance with the Education Act, Traffic Safety Act, Student Transportation Regulation, Commercial Vehicle Safety Regulations, insurance requirements, and all applicable provincial and federal legislation.

• Investigate transportation incidents and complaints and ensure appropriate follow-up and reporting.

• Promote a culture of safety through proactive risk management, training, and continuous improvement practices.

• Monitor contractor compliance with safety standards, contractual obligations, and Division expectations.

• Supervise, mentor, and support transportation staff while fostering a positive, collaborative, and service-oriented team culture.

• Maintain productive relationships with transportation contractors, school administrators, families, municipalities, and community partners.

• Provide professional guidance and recommendations to senior leadership regarding transportation operations, risks, and opportunities.

• Respond to transportation concerns from parents, schools, and community stakeholders with professionalism and sound judgment.

• Promote public confidence in student transportation services through effective communication and relationship-building.

• Oversee transportation routing software, operational systems, and reporting tools.

• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and service through technology and process enhancements.

• Remain current with emerging transportation practices, legislation, and industry trends.

The successful candidate will possess:

• Degree or diploma in Business Administration, Logistics, Transportation Management, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field; equivalent…