Area Transportation Supervisor, School Bus Ops

Loudoun County Public Schools; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun County Public Schools in Purcellville, Virginia is seeking an Area Transportation (Operations) Supervisor to manage operational programs and supervise lead drivers. The role focuses on safe and efficient transportation for school children, with duties including route development, driver training, and performance evaluation.

The position reports to the Coordinator, Transportation Operations and requires a Virginia CDL with school bus endorsement, plus three years of supervisory

Qualifications

• Knowledge of school bus operations and safety rules.
• Experience in pupil transportation and personnel management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and parents; use two-way radio.

Responsibilities

• Observes and evaluates performance of bus drivers, attendants, and lead drivers.
• Develops bus routes and familiarizes drivers with routes; monitors safety and efficiency.
• Instructs drivers on student discipline, safety procedures, loading/unloading and emergency equipment.
• Instructs drivers in operation of vehicles, gears, turns, backing, braking and mirrors.
• Substitutes for bus drivers when needed and performs related work.
• Monitors road and sidewalk conditions during inclement weather.
• Oversees and manages timecards for staff.

Skills

Bus operations knowledge

Traffic & highway safety

Pupil transportation

Personnel management

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Loudoun County Public Schools in Purcellville, Virginia is seeking an Area Transportation (Operations) Supervisor to manage operational programs and supervise lead drivers. The role focuses on safe and efficient transportation for school children, with duties including route development, driver training, and performance evaluation.

The position reports to the Coordinator, Transportation Operations and requires a Virginia CDL with school bus endorsement, plus three years of supervisory