Director of Transportation

Morris Area Schools District is seeking a Director of Transportation. This position is posted as a full-time position with the number of duty days to be negotiated. Candidates should have the ability to work as a team in planning and coordinating the needs of the Transportation Department, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills. Candidates will be expected to possess or obtain a CDL license with a School Bus Endorsement.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

Plan, manage, and direct the district’s transportation services effectively and efficiently, assuring that students are safely transported to and from school.
Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate all transportation staff.
Assure all drivers are in compliance with regulations and have met all licensing requirements.
Verify and approve timesheets, leave requests, and vacations for transportation employees.
Arrange substitutes for transportation staff.
Prepare and implement bus routes and schedules, determine the number of buses needed and number of students per bus.
Notify students, parents, schools, and drivers of any changes in bus routes and schedules.
Prepare, possess, and maintain documents required to verify safety certification of drug and alcohol testing of transportation personnel.
Complete required reports.
Oversee transportation budget.
Develop schedules for vehicle replacement, recommending purchases or equipment to administration.

Education/Background Preferences

High School diploma or GED certification required.
Previous supervisory/management experience preferred.
Experience in transportation operations is a plus.
Computer skills and working knowledge of software applications preferred.

Salary range $65,000 - $75,000 per year with a competitive benefits package. Until filled, will review applicants daily.

Morris Area Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.