Transportation Director jobs in Washington

An opportunity to Inspire, Challenge, and Empower!

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director of Transportation supports Shelton School District's Strategic Plan through the overall management of the transportation operations for Shelton School District. The Director of Transportation also oversees the overall management of Pioneer and Southside School Districts.

MININUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn safety standards, laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to pupil transportation.
• Knowledge of or ability to quickly learn personnel supervision, routing and scheduling, bus driver training, accident investigation, bus maintenance, inventory control, cost accounting, and preparation of bus specifications.
• Four years' experience in pupil transportation (preferred, not required).
• Bachelors degree (preferred, not required).
• Completion of pupil Transportation Management Training (preferred, not required).
• Possession of or willingness to obtain a Washington State Commercial Driver's License, with a Class A or B and passenger endorsements with no air brake restrictions.
• Possession of or willingness to obtain a First Aid/CPR Card.
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours.
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Possession of excellent communication skills including active listening, two-way communication, and the use of the appropriate communication channels.
• Possession of leadership skills that allow for positive, effective change in the Transportation Department.
• Ability and willingness to maintain an upbeat, positive, and collaborative demeanor.
• Ability and willingness to maintain confidentiality and tact in all aspects of employment.
• Ability and willingness to incorporate lightheartedness and humor into the workplace.
• Ability and willingness to make independent decisions as well as work collaboratively with staff, families, and community partners.
• Ability and willingness to grow in interpersonal and technical skills with the held belief of being a lifelong learner.
• Ability and willingness to admit faults, learn from mistakes, and take calculated risks.
• Ability and willingness to use critical thinking skills to perform tasks and make decisions.
• Ability and willingness to apply policies, procedures, statutes, and regulations accurately.
• Ability and willingness to effectively and efficiently perform work in a fast paced environment with competing demands through organization, attention to detail, and prioritization.
• The necessary skills, training, and experience to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Ability and willingness to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with the transportation community through collaboration, teamwork, and leadership.
• Communicates openly and frequently with the staff, students, families, and the community.
• Fosters a safe, compassionate, caring environment that places the interest of students as the highest priority.
• Supervises vehicle maintenance operations, driver training operations, and route operations.
• Conducts drivers’ observations and evaluations as well as recruits and recommends hires for transportation staff.
• Promotes and practices professional growth and development.
• Establishes all regular bus routes, schedules, and stops including developing route maps for drivers, schools, etc., as appropriate.
• Monitors road and weather conditions and quickly assesses emergency situations to make recommendations relative to the safe transportation of students.
• Coordinates student transportation activities with school officials, department heads, law enforcement agencies, and other groups or individuals.
• Participates with school officials in family/student conferences in an effort to resolve or prevent misconduct and unsafe conditions which involve the transportation system.
• Develops school bus specifications which meet the needs of the district and fully comply with state and federal requirements.
• Recommends the procurement of additional or replacement buses and disposal of old or uneconomically repaired vehicles.
• Develops and forecasts transportation department budget requirements, administers the expenditure of allocated funds, and maintains cost accounting records.
• Collects data and develops all required bus transportation oriented reports and ensures submission on a timely basis.
• Ensures compliance with all applicable regulations, statutes, policies, and procedures related to pupil transportation.
• Plans, develops, implements, and conduct bus driver training and safety programs to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal standards.
• Supervises general maintenance program with specific attention to safety inspections.
• Establishes performance standards and supervises operational care, service, and maintenance of all vehicles within the department.
• Conducts accident investigations and supervises accident reporting to appropriate law enforcement and insurance agencies.
• Establishes and maintains a good public relations program designed to promote understanding of and support for the district’s transportation programs.
• Responds positively to suggestion for professional improvement; able to modify own behaviors on the basis of self-appraisal.
• Attends meetings and trainings as appropriate or directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned or appropriate.

JOB POSTING INFORMATION:

This job posting will be open until filled. However, initial screening of applications will begin June 10, 2024, and applicants are encouraged to apply prior to that date for best consideration.

START DATE:

July 1, 2024

SCHEDULE:

M-F, 260 days per year (inclusive of paid holidays), 8 hours per day.

SALARY:

$118,323 - $136,070, annually depending on experience. Salary change to $124,239 - $142,873, annually beginning September 1, 2024.

FLSA STATUS:

Exempt

BENEFITS:

25 days of vacation, 12 sick leave days, and 2 personal leave days annually; 5 days bereavement per occurrence; 13 paid holidays; Health insurance for employee and eligible dependents administered through the School Employees' Benefits Board; Life insurance; Long-term disability insurance; Retirement through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems; $1,500 annual allowance for professional development; Membership in a professional organization; Other fringe benefits as allowed under School Board Policy and Procedures.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $124,239.00 - $142,873.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Please share with us why you are interested in the Director of Transportation position in Shelton School District.

Ability to Commute:

• Shelton, WA 98584 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Shelton, WA 98584: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person