District Transportation Manager | Safe & Reliable Transit

Michigan Association of School Boards; Ionia (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Belding Area Schools is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to oversee the district’s student transportation program, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient service for all riders. The role requires CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements, supervisory experience, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Salary is $50,000–$60,000 based on experience. Responsibilities include route planning, driver management, training, safety compliance, and coordination with maintenance to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements.
• Experience in student transportation or fleet operations preferred.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Meets Michigan school bus driver certification, training, and medical requirements.
• Knowledge of school transportation laws, safety procedures.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with students, families, drivers, and staff.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to unexpected needs.
• Background checks and fingerprinting must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations of district student transportation for safe, reliable services.
• Develop and maintain bus routes and schedules.
• Assign drivers and coordinate substitute coverage.
• Supervise, schedule, train, and evaluate transportation personnel.
• Serve as primary contact for transportation questions from parents and staff.
• Resolve transportation concerns with families and administrators.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state transportation laws and safety requirements.
• Coordinate driver training, licensing, exams, and certifications.
• Assist with transportation for special education, field trips, and events.
• Coordinate with drivers and maintenance to address vehicle issues.
• Maintain transportation records and documentation.
• Support budgeting, purchasing, and vehicle replacement decisions.
• Respond to emergencies, weather events, and staffing shortages.
• Drive regular routes, substitutes, field trips as needed.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Coordinator for district operations.
• Provide maintenance support as needed, including facilities tasks.
• Demonstrate positive attitude and reliability; assist wherever needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

CDL with passenger endorsements

Leadership experience

Background checks

Education

High school diploma

Transportation management training

Supervisory experience

Job description

Belding Area Schools is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to oversee the district’s student transportation program, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient service for all riders. The role requires CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements, supervisory experience, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Salary is $50,000–$60,000 based on experience. Responsibilities include route planning, driver management, training, safety compliance, and coordination with maintenance to