What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Transportation position at New Braunfels?
Primary Purpose :
Direct and manage district's transportation and vehicle maintenance program. Oversee maintenance of all district-owned vehicles. Ensure safe and efficient operation of transportation department. Provide for the security and protection of all students, staff and property. Develop programs and provide services which promote a safe and orderly environment for all students in school and on school buses. Develop accident prevention procedures and programs. Ensure compliance with all state and federal statues relating to safety. Revise and maintain the district's Crisis Management Plan.
Qualifications :
Education / Certification :
Bachelor's degree preferred
Special Knowledge / Skills :
Ability to direct and manage operations of a large fleet of vehicles
Knowledge of vehicle repair and maintenance
Knowledge of health and safety programs
Knowledge of school law, Texas Education Agency rules, and School Board policies and regulations
Ability to interpret and disseminate information to individual and groups
Ability to provide effective safety training programs
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Maintain CDL
Experience :
Prefer two years of supervisory experience in transportation operations, safety management, occupational safety and health, crisis management, preferably with public school districts.
Major Responsibilities and Duties :
Transportation Routes and Schedule
- Prepare and update bus routes and schedules for all schools in district and develop plan to meet future transportation needs.
- Coordinate transportation for extracurricular activities and special programs.
- Respond to after-hours emergency calls as needed. Operate bus and deliver buses to drivers when breakdowns occur.
- Notify bus drivers, schools, and public of any changes in bus routes and schedules.
Policy, Reports, and Laws
contracts with other agencies.
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
Budget and Inventory
Student Management
Personnel
Safety
safety, security, and transportation.
Other
Supervisory Responsibilities :
Supervise and evaluate performance of shop foreman, dispatcher, parts manger, bus drivers, bus monitors, and transportation secretary.
Working Conditions :
Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :
Tools / Equipment Used : Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture : Prolonged sitting; occasional bending / stooping, pushing / pulling, and twisting, carrying, stooping, kneeling and reaching.
Motion : Moderate walking, standing, climbing, Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching
Lifting : Heavy lifting
Environment : May work prolonged or irregular hours ; frequent districtwide travel
Mental Demands : Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress; ability to conduct on-site inspections of all vehicle repair and maintenance operations. Coordinate district efforts in crises events.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
