Job Board Title:
Director of Transportation

Post Date
1/23/2018

Expiration Date
4/23/2018

Details:
Purpose Statement
The job of Director of Transportation is done for the purpose/s of directing transportation programs and services; providing information and serving as a resource to others; achieving defined objectives by planning, evaluating, developing, implementing and maintaining services in compliance with established guidelines; and serving as a member of the leadership team.
Essential Functions
Assesses incidents, complaints and/or accidents for the purpose of reaching and/or recommending a resolution.
Collaborates with internal and external personnel (e.g. other administrators, principals, staff,
auditors,public agencies, community members, etc.)for the purpose of implementing, improving and/or maintaining services and programs.
Compiles data from a wide variety of sources (e.g. investigating complaints, transportation budget/expenditures, payroll, etc.)for the purpose of analyzing issues, ensuring compliance with
organization policies and procedures, and/or monitoring program components.
Conducts accident investigations (e.g. reviews events, prepares and submits accident reports, etc.)for
the purpose of complying with legal requirements and insurance carrier procedures.
Coordinates student transportation activities with school officials, department heads and other interested
groups or individuals for the purpose of ensuring that district transportation needs are met.
Directs department operations; the maintenance of services and the implementation of new programs and/or processes for the purpose of providing services within established time-frames and in compliance with related requirements.
Facilitates meetings and workshops, etc. for the purpose of identifying issues, developing
recommendations, supporting other staff, and serving as a District representative.
Oversees daily operations of Transportation department (e.g. monitoring bus routes, prioritizing fleet
maintenance, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring quality standards.
Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering
information required to perform functions.
Performs personnel administrative functions (e.g. recruiting, interviewing, recommending, training,
supervising, evaluating, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining necessary staffing, enhancing productivity of
staff, and ensuring necessary department/program outcomes are achieved.
Prepares a wide variety of materials (e.g. maps, transportation budget input, route report, state reporting,
etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and issues, meeting compliance requirements, providing
audit references, and/or providing supporting materials for requested actions.
Provides job related training opportunities for drivers, bus aides, mechanics and/or crossingguards for
the purpose of ensuring their job success and compliance with legal mandates.
Researches a variety of topics (e.g. new bus routes, bus schedules, new equipment/materials, bus
policies, etc.) for the purpose of developing new programs/services, ensuring program compliance with
established requirements, securing general information and/or responding to requests.

Qualifications:
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skillsin order to meet
changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job
include: operating standard office equipment including utilizing pertinent software applications including routing/
logistic software; planning and managing projects; budgeting and financial management; techniques of defensive
driving; conflict resolution; quality control applications; and developing effective working relationships.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios;
review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement
desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based
competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: state and federal guidelines related to school transportation; personnel processes; pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; education code; and budget management and accounting.
ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate,
and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to independently
work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes; and
operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of types of job related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem
solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with parents, school personnel and staff; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a
team; flexible to changing conditions; making quick and accurate decisions; dealing with frequent interruptions and
changing priorities; and maintaining confidentiality.



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Employer:
Glendale Elementary School District #40

Address:
7301 N. 58th Ave

Work Phone:
6232377100

Website:
http://gesd40.org