School Transportation Director

Dean Transportation; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) plan

Meaningful student impact

Job summary

Dean Transportation in Michigan seeks a Transportation Director to provide direction and oversight for office staff, school bus drivers, attendants and monitors at the operation center, ensuring safe and reliable transportation for students and other passengers. Some routes may require driving a school bus as needed.

The role emphasizes supervisory leadership, compliance with DOT and district requirements, and collaboration with schools to optimize routes and service levels.

Qualifications

• Meet general employment qualifications and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in the school bus industry or transportation field is preferred.
• Prior supervisory or management experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction, support, and oversight to staff and drivers to ensure safe, reliable transportation.
• Establish safe and efficient routes and supervise employees with leadership and discipline as needed.
• Interview, hire, and maintain staffing levels following established procedures.
• Prepare billing information for field trips and reports as required.
• Organize school bus training events and participate in ongoing safety initiatives.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Transportation experience

Driving record review

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Office software

Job description

Dean Transportation in Michigan seeks a Transportation Director to provide direction and oversight for office staff, school bus drivers, attendants and monitors at the operation center, ensuring safe and reliable transportation for students and other passengers. Some routes may require driving a school bus as needed.

The role emphasizes supervisory leadership, compliance with DOT and district requirements, and collaboration with schools to optimize routes and service levels.