Local Transportation Director — Class B CDL Preferred

TransForce; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

TransForce is seeking a Transportation Director to oversee and improve daily transportation operations in Kansas City. This role directs transportation staff, develops operational policies, and ensures reliable service across the transportation network.

Pay ranges from $75,000 to $80,000 per year, DOE. Schedule is Monday to Friday with occasional Saturday on-call, and a split shift in Central Time. Health, vision, life and disability insurance, plus PTO are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of logistics experience.
• 4+ years of managerial experience preferred.
• CDL Class B with endorsements preferred (P & S).
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct the hiring, assignment, training, and performance management of transportation staff.
• Provide ongoing direction and professional development to team members.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for transportation-related calls and concerns.
• Investigate incidents and complaints and work toward appropriate resolutions.
• Communicate with drivers, staff, and other stakeholders to address transportation issues and maintain effective daily operations.
• Prioritize routes and deadlines while supporting reliable transportation coverage.
• Evaluate, establish, and balance assigned routes for efficient staffing and service.
• Develop, implement, and maintain transportation policies focused on safety and reliability.
• Manage multiple priorities and support operational demands through problem-solving.

Skills

Logistics experience

Managerial experience

CDL Class B

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Job description

TransForce is seeking a Transportation Director to oversee and improve daily transportation operations in Kansas City. This role directs transportation staff, develops operational policies, and ensures reliable service across the transportation network.

Pay ranges from $75,000 to $80,000 per year, DOE. Schedule is Monday to Friday with occasional Saturday on-call, and a split shift in Central Time. Health, vision, life and disability insurance, plus PTO are offered.