School Bus Safety & Compliance Leader

Kobussen Buses; Marshfield (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Kobussen Buses in Marshfield, WI is seeking a Safety Manager to oversee driver hiring, training, and safety compliance for student transportation operations. The role includes coordinating CDL testing, maintaining DOT records, and liaising with school districts and families.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of HR experience with a focus on driver safety and DOT regulations, plus strong communication and organizational skills. Position is on-site and requires reliability and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; bachelor’s preferred in Safety, Transportation, or related field.
• Experience in HR, driver training, and DOT regulations.
• Strong knowledge of DOT compliance and incident response.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, interview, hire, and coach school bus drivers.
• Schedule and coordinate all driver training and CDL testing per DOT regulations.
• Maintain driver qualification and DOT compliance files.
• Stay informed of Federal and State DOT regulations to ensure compliance.
• Conduct background checks and MVR reviews for driver candidates.
• Collaborate with terminal management on safety matters.

Skills

DOT compliance

Driver training

Communication

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kobussen Buses in Marshfield, WI is seeking a Safety Manager to oversee driver hiring, training, and safety compliance for student transportation operations. The role includes coordinating CDL testing, maintaining DOT records, and liaising with school districts and families.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of HR experience with a focus on driver safety and DOT regulations, plus strong communication and organizational skills. Position is on-site and requires reliability and confidentiality.