Manager, Transportation Training and Safety

Adams 12 Five Star Schools; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational institution is seeking a dedicated Manager for Transportation Training and Safety. This pivotal role focuses on developing comprehensive training programs to enhance student behavior management and safety protocols for school bus operations. The ideal candidate will lead a team of transportation trainers, ensuring adherence to safety standards and effective communication. With a commitment to equity and excellence, this position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on student safety and behavior management. Join a community that prioritizes student success and fosters a supportive environment for all staff.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in managing student behavior and safety in transportation.
• Ability to design and implement training programs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage training programs for school bus operations and safety.
• Conduct safety audits and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Student Behavior Management

Safety Protocols

Training Program Development

Communication Skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related area

3+ years of experience in transportation or safety-related field

Tools

CPR and First Aid Instructor Certification

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

Manager, Transportation Training and Safety

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FULL SALARY RANGE: Level 8 (minimum: $63,042- mid-point: $77,829- maximum: $92,617)

The maximum placement for new hires is based upon experience and typically does not exceed the mid-point of the range.

STANDARD HOURS PER WEEK: 40

FTE: 1.0

MONTHS PER YEAR: 12

JOB CODE: 5089

POSITION TYPE: Replacement/New

LOCATION: Thornton, CO

Adams 12 Five Star Schools is deeply committed to a community of excellence, equity, and inclusion in everything we do. We commit to eliminate the predictability of who is included in excellence and who is not. Adams 12 Five Star Schools puts students first and supports our district's mission to elevate student success for every student every day in every classroom. Candidates who can contribute to our goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.

SUMMARY: The School Bus Transportation Training and Safety Manager is responsible for managing and implementing comprehensive training programs for school bus operations, with a dual emphasis on positive student behavior management and adherence to transportation protocols. This role ensures all transportation staff are thoroughly trained in student behavior management techniques, safety procedures, emergency response protocols, and best practices for maintaining a secure environment for students during transit. The Safety Manager will oversee the Transportation Trainers, providing them with educational support and guidance to help staff successfully obtain their commercial driver’s licenses and effectively manage student behavior while ensuring safety standards are consistently met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Task Descriptions

• Providing ongoing support and guidance to bus drivers and assistants, offering strategies for effectively managing student behavior while ensuring safety standards are met. Monitor the daily implementation of student behavior management techniques, assisting staff with real-time issues as they arise. Collaborate with other district departments to ensure transportation staff receive the necessary resources and solutions to address challenges faced during bus operations. Act as a liaison between transportation staff and other district personnel, promoting communication and collaboration to enhance overall support systems and operations. Supervise transportation trainers.
• Responsible for designing, developing, and implementing comprehensive training programs focused on student behavior management, with the goal of fostering a positive and safe environment during transit. This includes creating and updating training materials that emphasize effective communication with students, understanding behavioral issues, and implementing strategies to manage student conduct on the bus. Ensures that training programs meet both student behavior management standards and the necessary school bus operation protocols, ensuring all staff are trained in compliance with Federal, State, District, and Department regulations and policies. Provides hands-on training and assistance, while continuously assessing and refining programs based on feedback from staff and observations to uphold safety standards and improve overall training program effectiveness.
• Conduct regular safety audits to assess how effectively bus drivers and bus assistants manage student behavior during transport. Evaluate adherence to safety protocols, such as the proper use of seat belts and ensuring students exit the bus safely. The manager will document audit findings and collaborate with staff to address and improve any areas of concern.
• Develop and review policies related to student conduct on school buses, ensuring they align with district guidelines and best practices. Collaborate with legal counsel to create clear, supportive policies that outline behavioral expectations, positive interventions, and procedures for addressing incidents. Ensure staff are trained on these policies to foster a safe, respectful, and supportive environment for staff and students.
• Attend district meetings, conferences, and serve on committees, including but not limited to SAC, CSPTA, RMFMA, MATES, and the Colorado Department of Education (CDE). Plan and coordinate in-service meetings, identifying areas of focus based on department and employee needs. Ensure that school bus operations comply with all Federal, State, District, and Department regulations and policies, continuously assessing and maintaining safety standards.
• Assist with classroom instruction and behind the wheel training of applicants and bus drivers to ensure successful completion of training and testing; recommend upgrades as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Education And Related Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related area. Equivalent relevant experience may be substituted for this requirement.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in transportation and/or a safety-related field.
• Experience with and knowledge of bus driving, student management, fleet maintenance, and student special needs equipment is highly preferred.
• Leadership experience in supervising, mentoring, and training staff, with a focus on student behavior management in educational or transportation environments preferred
• Completion of the District training courses “Facilitating Improved Performance,” “Progressive Discipline, Conflict Management,” “Interviewing & Hiring” and “Classified Evaluation System” within one year of hire
  
  

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Or CERTIFICATIONS

• Criminal background check required for hire.
• CPR and First Aid instructor certifications
• Commercial driver’s license (CDL) with Passenger and School Bus endorsement
• Third-party tester license preferred – acquire Third-Party Tester License within 1 year of hire date
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) instructor certification. Equivalent relevant experience may be substituted for this requirement.
  
  

Salary Information

The salary listed is for full time positions (1.0 FTE). This salary will be adjusted, as needed, based upon the FTE. Administrative employees' salary will be commensurate on the employees’ education and/or work experience. For additional information, please review our Administrative Compensation Program or review our Administrative Salary Schedule.

Benefits Information

Adams 12 Five Star Schools is committed to providing an environment that promotes a healthy employee population able to serve our students at the highest level. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well as other programs for benefit eligible employees. The employee assistance program, voluntary life insurance through PERA, and 401(k), 403(b) & 457(b) plans are available to all employees regardless of hours worked and are available immediately (upon hire date).

To learn more about our benefits, including paid time off, please see our Benefits Overview.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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