Transportation Satellite Supervisor - Transportation

                                 Transportation Satellite Supervisor

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• Forbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of 2024 Best Employers in Arizona.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for consecutive years.

Job Summary:

To supervise drivers and district personnel at assigned satellite; to resolve and/or recommend solutions to incidents, complaints or accidents; and to assist in the development and implementation of safety and training programs.

Candidates must complete an on-line application which requires appropriate Arizona certification, valid IVP Arizona fingerprint clearance card, evidence of highly qualified status, three letters of recommendation, and transcript of credits.

Key Responsibilities:

This section outlines the primary duties and key responsibilities required for this role, detailing the essential tasks and functions necessary to perform the job successfully, with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Supervise drivers and district personnel at assigned satellite
• Assist in the development and implementation of safety and training programs
• Communicate with school administrators, staff, parents and general public regarding pupil transportation
• Assist in the resolution of student bus discipline problems
• Maintain written documentation of events, accidents, complaints and general inquiries
• Keep current in pupil transportation trends
• Dispatch personnel and vehicles
• Present and/or attend training programs relative to school bus safety as requested
• Use of Several software and internet-based systems
• Prepare and keep records and files (i.e. employee assignments, payroll information) as required
• Maintain current information about district roads and assist in assessing road conditions
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools.

Required Qualifications:

To be eligible for this position, an applicant must meet the following required qualifications. Verification of these required qualifications is necessary. 

Education:

• High School education or equivalent
• Valid Arizona school bus driver’s DPS certification with clean driving record from Arizona DOT MVD and be accident free

Experience:

• Experience in transportation and school bus safety and routing
• Minimum two year’s supervisory or dispatch experience with knowledge of Special Needs helpful

Skills & Competencies:

This section outlines the critical skills and competencies required to excel in this role, enabling effective performance, adaptability, and consistent achievement of job responsibilities.

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate.
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community.
• Knowledge of Arizona Minimum Standards for School Buses and School Bus Drivers
• Ability to handle transportation problems, concerns and complaints with tact and diplomacy
• Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with students, parents, coworkers, general public and district personnel at all levels
• Knowledge of and ability to enforce district policies, procedures and applicable state regulations
• Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines while working under pressure and with frequent interruptions
• Ability to read and to understand routes, maps and schedules; knowledge of street and school locations within the district
• Willingness to be reassigned to any satellite location for the hours needed (weekend, emergency, etc) as dictated by the needs of the district
• Ability to effectively use two-way radio and timekeeping, routing and computer programs
• Ability to provide individual and group instruction and/or refresher training in safety and service topics

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

This section outlines the work environment and physical conditions associated with this role. It includes information on whether the job involves working in an office, classroom, or other settings, and if there are physical activities like standing, walking, or lifting. 

• Office setting within a transportation facility or satellite office
• Frequent visits to bus depots, parking lots, and maintenance areas
• Exposure to noise from buses, maintenance equipment, and traffic
• Interaction with bus drivers, mechanics, school administrators, and parents
• Ability to stand, walk, and move frequently throughout bus yards and school campuses
• Some lifting (typically under 50 lbs) related to transportation equipment or supplies.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:  

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position

Salary : $67,993