Director of Transportation - 2024-2025

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Director of Transportation manages the overall operation of the Transportation Department: assumes the duties and responsibilities as related to supervising and training personnel, dispatching, routing, safety, and scheduling buses.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Texas Association for Pupil Transportation Certification preferred
• Possess current Texas Commercial Driver’s License (Class B)
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of motor vehicle maintenance and repair
• Knowledge of rules, regulations, and policies governing the student
• Knowledge of funds management
• Management style compatible with the position
• Technology proficient
• Proven skills in leadership, management and team building
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Transportation Director preferred
• Experience and ability to supervise personnel
• Experience in field of fleet management
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in public education preferred
• Experience in training and in management or supervision and knowledge of transportation preferred

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

• Develops a timely and efficient bus schedule which allows students to be transported to and from school in a manner which supports the districts mission
• Coordinates with District personnel the use of Transportation Department vehicles to transport student to special education functions
• Recommends all Transportation Department employees for hire, transfer and promotion
• Develops training manuals and maintenance training records for all Transportation Department drivers
• Communicates and promotes high expectations for staff and employee performance in a supportive way and provides proper recognition of excellence and achievement
• Assesses bus routes and other transportation functions to ensure that maximum safety, service, etc. are being attained, makes adjustments when necessary if maximum potentials are not being reached
• Defines job performance expectations of staff, evaluates job performance, conducts conferences and/or improvement plans to ensure the best operation of the Department
• Prepares an annual budget for the Transportation Department
• Monitors the use, maintenance, and replacement of capital equipment
• Receives and files current enrollment reports (by geographic area)
• Prepares and submits all reports required by the District Board of Trustees and/or the Texas Education Agency
• Reviews and authorizes purchase requisitions for the Transportation Department
• Develops procedures for extra curricular trips involving Transportation Department vehicles
• Ensures that all vehicles in the Transportation Department are adequately maintained
• Establishes guidelines for assigning drivers to extra curricular trips
• Oversees the preventive maintenance schedule for District vehicles
• Ensures that data is maintained in relation to gasoline/propane expenditures per vehicle
• Accepts responsibilities for registering, licensing and maintaining a maintenance log for all District vehicles
• Keeps abreast of current specifications required by the State regarding school buses
• Provides the Purchasing Department with bid specifications when attaining new buses
• Safeguards the transportation inventory and follows appropriate accounting procedures
• Authorizes the payment of purchases made by the Transportations Department
• Coordinates the rental of charter buses and other vehicles used in field trips for District groups
• Maintains records of students participating in District Transportation process
• Ensures that bus drivers are familiar with procedures in dealing with misconduct/conflicts
• Participates in relevant professional growth experiences which expand knowledge of operating the department
• Maintains records on employees which track needs and initiates activities which address such needs
• Demonstrates awareness of school/community needs, and initiates activities which address such needs
• Responds in a positive and professional manner to parents who have problems or express concerns
• Drive a school bus with or without students on board
• Maintains a consistent professional demeanor and appearance
• Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise and evaluate performance of assigned Transportation staff.

Equipment Used:

• Office equipment – personal computer, printer, calculator, multi-line telephone, software programs and peripherals, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.
• Communication equipment – radio communication equipment, cellular telephone
• Video monitoring equipment

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

• Maintain emotional control under stress
• Work with frequent interruptions

Physical Demands:

• Frequent: Sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs and/or ramps, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speaking clearly, visual acuity, distinguishing colors, driving, traveling.
• Occasional: Lifting, moderate, 15-44 pounds; carrying, moderate, 15-44 pounds

Environmental Factors:

• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise, low or intense illumination, vibration
• Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.), work outside, work around moving objects or vehicles, work on uneven surfaces, work alone, work prolonged or irregular hours.

Nondiscrimination Statement:

The Judson School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical condition, disability, or any other legally protected status. 

Salary : $417