BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: Coordinate the operations of the transportation department. Assist with the personnel and operational activities of the transportation department.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.
Support of Administrative, Fiscal and/or Facilities Functions:
- Coordinate the personnel and operational activities of the department, including interviewing, hiring, training and scheduling staff; provide leadership and supervision for assigned areas.
- Manage and maintain Commercial Driver License (CDL) employee documentation following Federal, State and District guidelines; attend monthly safety & operations meetings.
- Respond to patron concerns received from administration, principals, and the general public; design and implement corrective action plans as necessary.
- Monitor student conduct program; liaise with campus staff regarding student conduct matters; review bus videos and provide reports and recording to campuses.
- Utilize state and federal penalty point systems to evaluate drivers.
- Monitor and oversee investigation and claims reporting process of all vehicle and employee injury occurrences, recommend accident reduction plans, and provide training/retraining; oversee driver qualification file maintenance, and poll Department of Public Safety (DPS) reports; conduct field observations; submit reports to Risk Management.
- Substitute for schedulers, drivers, and office staff.
- Maintain familiarity with changes in statutory laws, and interpret the effects of safety and bus procedure mandates on Transportation operations.
- Assist in monitoring district compliance with laws, regulations, and/or rules related to Federal, State, Local governmental agencies, and other practical general industry guidelines with regard to employee and transportation safety.
- Coordinate departmental activities with other District offices and administrators and provide assistance to requesting departments.
- Follow District and department policies and procedures.
- Assist with special projects and supervise the completion of special projects.
- Fill in for supervisor as needed.
- Review emergency notification system and recommend appropriate course of action.
Human Resources Management:
- Recommend hire, train, schedule, supervise and evaluate assigned staff.
- Provide direction and guidance to assigned staff.
Organization Improvement:
- Analyze critical needs in assigned areas and work collaboratively to implement and improve programs.
Professional Growth and Development:
- Assist with determining technical training needs and staff development/certification or re-licensing in required areas.
- Participate in professional development that increases effectiveness and improves District performance.
School/Community Relations:
- Interface with governmental agencies, business and civic organizations, and the community to provide needed information and to promote the District’s initiatives.
Organization Morale:
- Foster positive morale by participating in team building activities and the decision-making process.
- Communicate and collaborate with campus/department staff to enhance service delivery, program development, and customer satisfaction.
Other Responsibilities:
- Comply with policies established by federal and state law, including but not limited to State Board of Education and local Board policy.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Provide guidance and direction to assigned staff.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of applicable Human Resource practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of applicable Board and district policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of commercial motor vehicles and all laws, regulations, and ordinances governing pupil transportation.
- Knowledge of pupil transportation emergency procedures and ability to instruct others during an emergency.
- Knowledge of basic mathematics and statistics, office productivity suites and data entry.
- Knowledge of training practices, regulations, and preparing training materials.
- Knowledge in the operation and maintenance of commercial motor vehicles.
- Knowledge in student management techniques, including special needs students.
- Skill in directing and coordinating personnel in duty assignments.
- Skill in training driving and teaching classes.
- Skill in preparing, presenting, and reviewing verbal and written information and reports.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work responsibilities.
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent and two years of related experience, including one year in a supervisor capacity. Must meet the district vehicle liability policy requirements and maintain a current Texas driver’s license.
PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS:
- Maintain emotional control under stress.
- Work with frequent interruptions.
- Operate Class B motor vehicle requiring frequent upper body movement; repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers to include grasping.
- Reach to clean windshields, adjust mirrors, and open/close windows on a frequent basis.
- Bend, stoop, twist, turn, pull, push, and climb on a frequent basis.
- Sit for extended periods of time.
- Lift and carry up to 80 lbs. from floor to chest and overhead on a continual basis.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
- Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment, but may include exposure to driving a motor vehicle or school bus during adverse weather and traffic conditions and under extreme temperatures.
- Work involves exposure to vehicle exhaust, fumes, odors, poor ventilation, and excessive loud noise.
- Work involves working around/with machinery with moving parts.
- Work involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
- Work involves exposure to abusive or uncooperative students.
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.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $52,522.40 - $74,037.60 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Commute:
- Round Rock, TX 78665 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Round Rock, TX 78665: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person