What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Administrative Assistant/Logistics Specialist position at Westbrook School Department?
Position Type :
Transportation / Administrative Assistant - Transportation
Date Posted : 11 / 20 / 2024
Location : Transportation
About the Position - Administrative Assistant
The Westbrook School Transportation Department is seeking a qualified individual to join our team of skilled office personnel. This position reports directly to the Director of Transportation and will assist in the daily operations of the transportation department including, but not limited to, the scheduling of athletic trips and the logistical planning of bus routes.
The qualified candidate must be organized, detail-oriented, customer service focused and an excellent problem solver who can operate well in a stressful environment. Candidates must have or be willing to obtain a Class B License with both S & P endorsements. We do provide in-house training if necessary.
Candidates with prior working knowledge of the VersaTrans Routing & Planning system are preferred but we will train the right candidate. The qualified candidate must be well versed in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and Google Documents.
About the District
Proudly serving one of the most diverse communities in the state, the Westbrook School Department is dedicated to fostering a representative and inclusive workforce in order to grow as a culturally rich and equity focused school district. Our students are provided with a variety of opportunities to thrive in our schools. Through our student-centered programs, we meet the academic, social, emotional, and cultural needs of all learners and embrace our identity as a whole child district. Our schools serve learners in PK-high school as well as Career and Technical Education and Adult Education. We nurture a collaborative working environment and a culture of continuous growth through supportive leadership, high expectations, and opportunities for professional learning. We also offer competitive pay and generous benefits. Together we fulfill our One Promise : The best education for all, for life. We invite you to join our team!
About the Department
The Westbrook School Transportation Department is a positive workplace environment dedicated to the safe and friendly transportation of all students. We offer a supportive environment for all drivers that includes a collaborative relationship with school administration to address any student transportation issues. We have a dedicated group of driving and office professionals that work together to problem solve and to make our department an enjoyable place to work each day.
We employ two full-time staff mechanics that ensure all of our transportation vehicles are meticulously maintained and that each driver feels confident that their assigned vehicle is always in great working order. Our transportation fleet is comprised of late model vehicles that offer the best in safety and comfort for both the driver and the student. Our team of drivers, mechanics and office personnel are what sets Westbrook School Transportation apart. We pride ourselves on providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all our students, families and staff.