Director of School Transportation and Operations

Deadline: October 30, 2026
District/Organization: Capac Community Schools
Position/Type: Central Office – 1st Line Admin, full time
Salary: 68-75K

Department: Transportation and Operations

Reports to: Superintendent

Employment: Full-time, year-round; schedule to be determined

Salary: Based on experience, between $68,/yr.

Start Date: January 2027

Summary:

The Director of School Transportation and Operations provides leadership, oversight, and day-to-day coordination of the district’s student transportation, custodial services, building maintenance, and related operational functions. The Director ensures safe, clean, well-maintained facilities and reliable transportation services that support student learning and district activities. The Director works collaboratively with district administration, staff, families, and outside agencies to maintain safe, welcoming, and well-functioning school operations.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; postsecondary education in business, operations, transportation management, or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in student transportation, fleet management, school operations, facilities, or comparable supervisory work preferred.
• Knowledge of Michigan pupil transportation requirements, school bus safety practices, employee supervision, and applicable state and federal regulations, or ability to acquire such knowledge promptly.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, budgeting, and technology skills; ability to respond effectively to urgent operational needs.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record required; appropriate school bus credentials (CDL) required
• Successful completion of required background checks and other employment screenings.
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recruit, supervise, train, evaluate, and support assigned transportation and operations personnel; coordinate required certifications, testing, and professional development.
• Oversee preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs, recordkeeping, and replacement planning for district vehicles and transportation equipment.
• Respond promptly to transportation incidents, parent and staff concerns, weather-related disruptions, emergencies, and other operational issues; communicate clearly with appropriate stakeholders.
• Develop and monitor departmental budgets, purchasing, contracts, inventories, and operational expenditures; recommend cost-effective improvements.
• Coordinate with building administrators and other district departments on school activities, field trips, athletics transportation, safety planning, and operational needs.
• Provide direct oversight of district custodial and building maintenance operations, including staffing, work schedules, assignments, performance expectations, and service quality.
• Develop, implement, and monitor preventive maintenance programs for district buildings, mechanical systems, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and other facility equipment; coordinate timely repairs.
• Conduct routine facility inspections to identify cleaning, maintenance, security, accessibility, and safety concerns; prioritize corrective actions and document follow-through.
• Oversee custodial cleaning standards, sanitation practices, supply inventories, equipment maintenance, and building readiness for daily instruction, extracurricular events, and seasonal needs.
• Coordinate maintenance work orders, emergency repairs, contracted services, vendor performance, and facility improvement projects in collaboration with district administration.
• Support compliance with applicable building, fire, health,…