Director of Transportation (1808)

Position Type:
Administration/Director of Transportation

Date Posted:
5/14/2024

Location:
RSU 5- District WideRSU5 DURHAM-FREEPORT-POWNAL

Director of Transportation
Full Time - Year Round Position
Position Closes: Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Start Date: July 1, 2024

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of five years experience in student transportation.

Successful experience in a supervisory role.

Possess strong organizational skills as well as the ability to handle multiple projects professionally.

Experience with transportation routing software preferred.

Holds a valid State CDL license with School and Passenger endorsement or must obtain this endorsement within six months of hire.

Current Department of Education Criminal History Record Check Authorization (CHRC).

JOB GOAL:
The Director of Transportation's primary duty will be to provide safe transportation for all students and to build positive working relationships with staff, contractors and other vendors.

PERFORMANCE AREAS:

Communicates effectively with staff, students, parents, and administration.

Provides effective leadership as evidenced by good planning, organization, and creativity.

Assumes responsibility for personal growth and development through participation in workshops, meetings, and seminars.

Interprets and administers local, state and federal regulations, statues, and policies.

Prepares federal and state reports as required.

Acts as a liaison between the district and the public on matters related to bussing and other transportation.

Assumes responsibility for the selection, supervision, and evaluation of department staff and provides them with educational opportunities for growth.

Develops and implements efficient and effective routes for the transportation of students in buses and vans.

Schedules transportation for athletics, field trips and other specialized transportation.

Plans, organizes, and assigns the work of the transportation staff including the mechanic.

Prepares and administers yearly transportation budget.

Oversees the inventory and maintenance of the transportation fleet.

Coordinates the purchase of buses and vans for the district.

Establishes inventory controls for supplies, tools and equipment.

Arranges for the procurement, bidding, contracting, and supervision of the work by outside contractors related to transportation.

Maintains records and submits reports requested by the Superintendent of Schools.

Ensures compliance with required training in safety laws, rules, and regulations.

Performs other such duties and assumes such other responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.

Please apply directly on our district website: www.rsu5.org