COORDINATOR, TRANSPORTATION RIDERSHIP

Socket.dev; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

PERA Retirement

Health benefits

Job summary

Denver Public Schools is seeking a transportation program coordinator to support the student ridership pass program, overseeing day-to-day administration, data tracking, and stakeholder communications.

You will manage program budgets, asset inventories, KPI reporting, and cross-department collaboration to ensure accurate ridership data and smooth deployment of pass cards and related mobile apps for guardians.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to obtain Colorado CDL; clean driving record.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office/Google Workspace.
• Strong time management, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and handle multiple deadlines.
• Spanish proficiency preferred.
• Commitment to equity and serving all students.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily administration and support of the student ridership pass program.
• Administer program budgets and monitor expenditures.
• Oversee tablet inventory, asset tracking, warranty management, and software updates.
• Maintain records of transportation technology assets.
• Generate KPI reports on ridership scans and system usage.
• Collaborate with staff to update student manifests and pass card distribution.
• Assist with rollout, training, and maintenance of the pass program and guardian apps.
• Conduct route ride-alongs to assess effectiveness and train staff.
• Provide professional communication with drivers, school staff, and guardians.
• Analyze data and feedback to improve platforms and processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Customer service

Spanish proficiency (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office / Google Workspace

Job description

Applications will be received until September 15, 2026. If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline.

About this job:

Coordinate transportation functions that support the district’s student pass programs by overseeing the distribution, tracking, and administration of student ridership passcards for schools and students. Facilitate the development and implementation of procedures, policies, and utilization strategies that promote program accessibility, accountability, and increased student participation in district transportation services.

What DPS Offers You:

• Salary Range. $40,630.00 - $48,755.00 Yearly Click here for more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement.

What You'll Do:

• Coordinate the daily administration and support of the student ridership pass program, ensuring efficient operations and accurate tracking of student transportation data
• Administer program budgets related to student pass systems and driver tablets, including monitoring expenditures and recommending cost-effective solutions
• Oversee tablet inventory and infrastructure, including asset tracking, replacement scheduling, warranty management, software updates, and repair coordination
• Maintain accurate records of transportation technology assets through management of asset tags, location tracking, and inventory databases
• Monitor compliance metrics and generate daily, weekly, and monthly Key Performance Indicator (KPI) reports related to student ridership scans and transportation system usage
• Collaborate with terminal staff, routing teams, and other departments to coordinate student manifest updates and the distribution of physical and virtual ridership pass cards
• Assist with the annual rollout, communication, training support, and ongoing maintenance of the student ridership pass program and related mobile applications for guardians
• Conduct route ride-alongs to evaluate program effectiveness, identify operational improvements, and support transportation staff training initiatives
• Serve as a liaison between transportation departments, drivers, school staff, and guardians by providing professional communication and high-quality customer service
• Analyze operational data and user feedback to recommend improvements to transportation software platforms, compliance processes, and ridership program performance
• Perform other duties as assigned

What You'll Need:

• Minimum High School Diploma/GED
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Colorado commercial driver's license (CDL). Good driving record, insurable.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office/Google products including Word, Excel, Outlook, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides.
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Effective communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines
• The ability to take responsibility for one's own performance
• Work collaboratively with others on a team
• High degree of integrity in handling confidential information
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, in both written and oral formats
• Spanish proficiency preferred
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.

DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.