Job Title: Director of Transportation Exemption Status/Test: Exempt Reports to: Director of Personnel/Superintendent Date Revised: 02/26/2024 Dept./School: Transportation Primary Purpose:Direct and manage the district’s transportation operations. Ensure safe and efficient operation of the transportation department. Oversee maintenance of all district-owned vehicles. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree preferred; Field experience will be considered in lieu Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to direct and manage operations of a large fleet of vehicles Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam Knowledge of energy management and vehicle repair and maintenance Ability to conduct on-site inspections of all vehicle repair and maintenance operations Ability to manage budget and personnel Ability to implement policy and procedures Ability to interpret data Ability to use technology to plan, operate, monitor, and evaluate transportation operations Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Experience: 3 years of supervisory experience in transportation and fleet operations 5 year’s experience as a bus driver Major Responsibilities and Duties:Transportation and Vehicle Maintenance OperationsManage the delivery of transportation services for students and ensure that they are picked up and arrive safely and on time. Oversee preparation and updating of bus routes and schedules for all schools in the district and develop plans to meet future transportation needs. Communicate changes in routes and scheduling to campuses and the public when warranted. Coordinate transportation for extracurricular activities and special programs. Assign bus drivers to routes and extracurricular trips and find substitutes as needed. Oversee repair of all district-owned vehicles and preventive maintenance. Ensure that vehicle repair requests and work orders are prioritized and processed in a timely manner. Contract for outside services that cannot be performed in the shop. Monitor fuel deliveries and distribution. Policy, Reports, and LawsImplement federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and board policy. Compile, maintain, file, and present all reports, records, and other documents required. Prepare, process, and maintain all documents required to verify safety certification and alcohol and drug testing of bus drivers. Ensure that employee time records are accurately maintained and data necessary to process transportation payroll is delivered in a timely manner. Budget and InventoryDevelop and administer budget based on documented needs and ensure that operations are cost-effective, and funds are managed wisely. Maintain a current inventory of supplies and parts and initiate purchases in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies. Approve and forward invoices for transportation to the accounting department. Recommend disposal of obsolete or worn-out vehicles and equipment. Recommend purchase of vehicles as necessary. Student ManagementImplement the district’s student discipline policies and ensure that expectations about appropriate behavior when using district transportation are communicated to students. Enforce student discipline and suspension of riding privileges for any student who violates rules and regulations. Investigate reported concerns and take appropriate action to resolve issues. PersonnelSelect, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal. Prepare, review, and revise transportation department job descriptions. SafetyEnforce safety standards that conform with state, federal, and insurance regulations and develop a program of preventive safety. Assess road conditions and hazards and advise the administration about inclement weather conditions that may result in delayed starts or the closing of schools. Investigate school bus accidents and student safety violations. Maintain safety standards in conformance with federal, state, and insurance regulations. Organize and conduct training programs to promote a safe work environment. Ensure that transportation equipment is in excellent operating condition. OtherParticipate in the development of the district’s disaster plan and be prepared to take an active role in responding to emergencies as needed. Attending and making presentations at conferences and school board meetings regarding transportation issues and innovations. Operate the bus as needed. Supervisory Responsibilities:Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of shop foreman, dispatcher, parts manager, bus drivers, bus monitors, and transportation secretary. * Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; district vehicle; school bus Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twistingMotion: Frequent walking; regular grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and reaching; regular drivingLifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds)Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, and vibration; exposure to chemical hazards; work around vehicles and machinery with moving parts; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel; occasional statewide travelMental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress.