Director of Transportation

Job Title – Director of Transportation

Reports to: School Business Administrator

Job Purpose: To direct Transportation services, provide information, serve as a resource to district administrators, and achieve defined objectives by planning, evaluating, and implementing services in compliance with district objectives.

Qualifications - Required
Three years’ supervisory experience in transportation operations, preferable with public school districts
Valid driver’s license and evidence of insurability; and CDL preferred
Experience directing and managing operations of a large fleet of vehicles
Knowledge of energy management and vehicle repair and maintenance
Experience managing budget and personnel
Experience interpreting data and implementing policies and procedures
Able to work under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods
Excellent communication skills, oral and written
Excellent presentation skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational skills
Proficient with technology
Able to pass the Criminal History Review
Able to pass the Sexual Misconduct Child Abuse Disclosure
Able to Pass Pre-Employment Physical Exam

Qualifications – Desired
Associate’s Degree or higher in Business or related field
Knowledge of Atlantic County’s major roads, intersections, and neighborhood streets
Knowledge of EHT bus routes as well as those of county and private schools
Experience assessing road conditions for possible school closures

Duties/Responsibilities
Directs department operations (e.g. budgeting, safety programs, site inspections, preventive maintenance, etc.) to provide services within established time frames
Develops and monitors budget allocations, expenditures, fund balances and related financial activities
Assess incidents and complaints involving safety issues, transportation routes, legal issues, department staffing, etc. to resolve or recommend a resolution to the situation
Performs personnel functions including but not limited to interviewing, evaluating, supervising, counseling, disciplining, directing, and training
Inspects all aspects of District transportation services to ensure that transportation activities are completed efficiently and within regulatory requirements
Oversees vehicle preventative maintenance programs and activities to ensure school vehicles are maintained in a safe and effective operating condition
Prepares a wide variety of written materials including but not limited to bid specifications, correspondence, memos, reports, policy/procedures, and budget to document activities, provide written reference, and/or convey information
Recommends policies, procedures, and/or actions related to transportation services to meet District goals and objectives
Researches new equipment / vehicle, laws, regulations, etc. to recommend purchases, contracts and proper maintenance of district wide services
Responds to emergency situations during and after standard hours to resolve immediate safety concerns
Implement all federal, state, and local laws, as well as Board policies
Enforce safety standards that comply with state, federal, and insurance regulations
Develop a preventive safety program
Develop training options and improvement plans to ensure exemplary operation of the transportation department
Administer transportation budget and ensure that programs are cost-effective and that funds are managed wisely
Initiate purchases and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies
Maintain current inventory of supplies and parts to avoid ordering delays
Approve and forward invoices for transportation to the accounting department
Recommend disposal of obsolete or worn-out vehicles and equipment; recommend purchases of vehicles as necessary
Collaborate with building administrators on student behavior reports and conduct conferences with parents, students and drivers on disciplinary issues
Prepare, process and maintain all documents required to verify safety certification and alcohol and drug testing of bus drivers
Advise administration about inclement weather conditions that may result in the closing of schools or road hazards
Help with gathering information in investigations of school bus accidents and student safety violations
Help organize and conduct training programs to promote a safe work environment
Perform disaster duty as needed (hurricanes, earthquakes, blizzards, etc.)
Attend and make presentations at conferences and school board meetings to discuss innovations and problems in transportation
Attend professional growth activities to keep abreast of innovative techniques in transportation
Maintain good rapport and pleasant disposition with parents and community
Ability to conduct on-site inspections of all vehicle repair and maintenance operations
Other duties as assigned by the Business Administrator or the Superintendent of Schools

Working Conditions
12-Month Position
Medical and Dental Benefits
Minimum Salary of $100,000 as per Board Policy #4250
Frequent district wide travel
Frequent prolonged and irregular hours beyond the normal district hours
District bus routes (during periods of inclement weather and emergency situations)
Bus Lot
Transportation office setting
Service garage area

Physical Requirements
Able to drive district vehicles including school bus
Able to be available for after hour meetings and incidents
Able to stand or sit for long periods of time
Able to go up/down stairs
Able to sit at a computer and use a keyboard for long periods of time
Able to present in front of small/large groups
Able to use fine motor skills
Able to have appropriate visual function
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Direct reports
Supervisor of Transportation
Supervisor of Mechanics
Office staff

Application Procedure:
Submit via District Application Portal

Selection Procedure:
Interview

Egg Harbor Township Board of Education is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer