Director of Transportation

Job Summary :

The Rural Transit Director is responsible for the daily operations of SETHRA’s public transit system in nine rural counties in Southeast Tennessee. The position involves planning, operational oversight, budget development and management, compliance oversight, fleet procurement and asset allocation, staff recruitment and supervision, and grant research, writing, and management. Reports to the Chief Public Transit Director and assists in the mission of proving efficient, accessible, and sustainable public transportation for the community.

Work Requirements :

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Pre-employment background check.
• Must maintain clean Motor Vehicle Record.
• Employees in this job position are subject to random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, drug and / or alcohol screenings.
• Must obtain and maintain a DOT (Department of Transportation) medical card throughout employment with SETHRA.
• Must wear glasses or contact lenses if a requirement on license.
• Must wear hearing-aids, if applicable.
• Must attend and complete regular scheduled training sessions.

Full-time Benefits : 401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Parental Leave

Retirement Plan

Schedule : 7.5 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Application Question(s) :

Do you have a strong understanding of federal, state, and local regulations governing public transit?

Education :

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience :

Public transportation : 5 years (Required)

Supervisory : 5 years (Required)

Work Location

In person

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

SETHRA provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other legally-protected category. The equal-employment opportunity policy applies to all aspects of application for employment and the employment relationship.