To assist in directing the operation of a designated transportation center in a safe, effective and efficient manner.
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for overall routing needs of the designated Transportation Center.
- Responsible for communicating with campuses on Transportation Services.
- Responsible for assisting in preparation of all required reports.
- Communicate with parents and investigate associated and projected concerns.
- Assist in the investigation of accidents involving CISD Transportation vehicles.
- Responsible for assisting in the design of school bus routes and schedules.
- Drive a school bus route as needed (meeting the same criteria as a school bus driver).
- Ability to present information to large groups of employees.
- Mandatory on call when needed.
- Work with transportation management, school officials, and patrons to create a safe and effective transportation plan for students.
- Review incoming requests for safety observations, stop changes, and new stop creations in compliance with district/departmental policies and established best practices.
- Maintain confidentially.
- Other duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE:
- Four or more years Transportation experience
- Experience in school bus fleet operations
- Experience in supervision of personnel
- Experience in school bus routing
- Experience in communicating with parents, students and other school district personnel
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Office Professional and other various programs (GPS, Routing and Video Software)
- Experience in State and Federal laws regarding the transportation of Special Needs and ESSA qualifying students
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Certification:
- High School Diploma/GED
- Must be able to obtain Texas Association of Pupil Transportation Official Certification
- Must be able to obtain a CDL with P&S endorsements. (Must be able to obtain within 90 days of employment)
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Ability to communicate, direct, and supervise personnel
- Ability to operate and oversee school bus fleet operations
- Ability to communicate effectively with campus principals
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents in a conflict resolution setting
- Ability to pass the DOT Physical and complete the Texas School Bus Certification Program
- Must pass randomly administered drug and alcohol tests (a refusal for drug and or alcohol test will be considered an automatic positive)
CONTACT INFORMATION:
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Bus drivers and office staff.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional district travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.
SALARY:
PAY GRADE: AUX-10 - Minimum hourly rate - $33.75