Transportation Manager

Overview

• Position Type:
  Administration
• Date Posted: 1/20/2026
• Location:
  
  District-Wide ALL Locations

• Scheduling and Routing: coordinates optimization of bus stops, runs, and routes for general/special education students; develops and manages efficient bus routes and schedules, considering student locations, school start and end times, and other factors.
• Manage distribution of MBTA passes for middle and high school students.
• Evaluates special requests (e.g., adding stops, calculating number of students transported, plotting student locations within a boundary) and unique projects (e.g., darkness busing, simulation of different bell times, double sessions) to determine programs that meet objectives.
• Determines student eligibility for transportation based on District policies, regulations, and procedures.
• Communication: maintain strong communication with vendors (yellow bus and van vendors), update and communicate routes to stakeholders (including families), document incidents, communicate policy changes, and provide clear instructions; solicit and respond to feedback from drivers, students, and families; use transportation management software and other tools; communicate with school administration, teachers, and staff about transportation needs, attendance, and issues; practice active listening and adapt communication to different audiences;
  
  respond to complaints/concerns related to student transportation, routes, and scheduling.
• Budget: prepare and administer the transportation budget; conduct annual cost analyses and provide recommendations; work with the Finance Director to formulate transportation contract specifications; maintain cost accounting records; submit required reports to state and federal agencies; ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Compliance: maintain knowledge of student transportation laws, policies, regulations, and procedures; stay up-to-date on applicable regulations and participate in training and professional development to ensure a safe and compliant transportation system for students.

• A minimum of 5 years related experience; familiarity with bus routes and transportation needs.
• Clear and concise communications skills, both oral and written.
• Attend School Committee meetings when requested (meetings typically held on the first and third Monday of each month).
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the District Administration.

Work year is 260 days with flexible full-time hours to respond to transportation needs and timelines. Competitive salary commensurate with experience, with a pay range of $70,000 to $90,000. Full benefits package provided per district policy. FLSA Status:
Exempt