POSITION SUMMARY

Plans, coordinates, manages, and directs the operations and activities of the Marana Unified School District’s Transportation Department; plans and develops route schedules; administers the fleet maintenance function; oversees driver training programs; responds to transportation inquiries and concerns; and supervises assigned personnel.

The following duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional position specific duties.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversees and coordinates departmental operations including administration, dispatch, fleet maintenance, and driver training programs
Establishes and leads a safety program that prioritizes operational safety for all department personnel
Ensures the delivery of quality student transportation services throughout the District in accordance with applicable Federal and State regulations and safety standards
With the Assistant Superintendent of Operations, develops and implements departmental policies and procedures; implements changes necessary to improve customer service and operational efficiency
With the Assistant Superintendent of Operations, hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel; ensures staff compliance with departmental policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and safety practices
Oversees and administers the District’s Driver Training Program; ensures Bus Drivers maintain mandatory certification requirements
Supervises the Department’s fleet maintenance activities including coordinating bus safety inspections and liaising with outside service providers
Directs the planning and testing of alternative route schedules, dispatch systems, and/or other departmental technology
Responds to transportation related inquiries and concerns from parents, drivers, attendants, mechanics, dispatchers, and/or other District personnel
Participates in the development and implementation of the departmental budget; monitors and authorizes expenditures; prepares equipment specifications and tracks open purchase orders
Prepares and maintains a variety of departmental records, reports, and documentation, and ensures State reports to ADE are on time and accurate
Provide input and assistance in determining school attendance boundaries and bell times as needed
Performs other duties as assigned or required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required knowledge of:

Principles and practices of transportation administration.
Student transportation routing and dispatch principles.
Arizona Minimum Standards for School Bus Operation.
Vehicle maintenance programs and administration processes.

Required Knowledge of (continued):

Processes for preparing and administering budgets.
Supervisory principles, practices, and methods.

Required Skill in:

Directing and coordinating the District’s Transportation Department operations.
Conducting frequent safety briefings and coordinating corrective measures where needed
Ensuring the delivery of quality transportation services to District students.
Monitoring and maintaining compliance with transportation regulations and standards.
Overseeing fleet maintenance and driver training programs.
Administering budgets and monitoring expenditure.
Supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field, and five years experience directing student transportation operations; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses and Certifications:

Must possess a valid Arizona Driver’s License.
Obtain and maintain a Class B CDL and an Arizona School Bus Driver Certification (Preferred)

Salary:
$77,935.00-$84,361.00

***12 Month Contracted Exempt Position

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Discrimination against an otherwise qualified individual with a disability or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, age, or national origin, is prohibited. Efforts will be made in recruitment and employment to ensure equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons.

C27-221 Director of Transportation