School Transportation Operations Lead

District Warehouse; Tolleson (AZ); On-site; USD 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Tolleson Elementary School District is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to oversee district fleet operations and driver performance, ensuring safety and efficiency of routes. You will monitor compliance with DOT/ADE rules, manage safety training, and coordinate with administrators on special needs transport.

The role includes supervising warehouse and copy center operations, maintaining records, and guiding staff through policy updates. Immediate start is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Must possess a valid Class A or B CDL with AZ School Bus Driver and Passenger Endorsement including air brake certification.
• Minimum of three years of experience as a school bus driver.
• School Bus Driver Instructor certification helpful.
• Five years of increasing responsibility in school transportation operations.
• Speak, Read and Write Spanish preferred.
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

Responsibilities

• Perform field monitoring of fleet operations and service performance; safety of routes and loading zones.
• Identify safety problems and make recommendations to prevent accidents.
• Evaluate mobility devices, car seats, and safety restraints; advise on transportability.
• Instruct drivers on usage and securement of mobility devices and restraints.
• Coordinate transportation requirements for special needs students with program administrators.
• Identify safe pick-up/drop-off points for special needs and preschool students; create diagrams/maps.
• Schedule and supervise annual school bus evacuation drills; maintain records.
• Manage DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program for school bus drivers; maintain records.
• Maintain TESD school bus drivers' records per AZ DPS regulations.
• Prepare ADE required annual transportation reports.
• Investigate accidents; maintain accident review and follow-up program.
• Coordinate driver orientation workshops and required in-service training.
• Advise drivers in their duties; update transportation policies with HR.
• Inspect and road test school buses as needed.
• Respond to parent inquiries in a timely manner.
• Manage Warehouse ordering, receiving, deliveries, and staffing.
• Manage District’s Copy Center operations and staffing.
• Performs and completes other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL License

Air Brake Endorsement

Spanish preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Job description

Tolleson Elementary School District is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to oversee district fleet operations and driver performance, ensuring safety and efficiency of routes. You will monitor compliance with DOT/ADE rules, manage safety training, and coordinate with administrators on special needs transport.

The role includes supervising warehouse and copy center operations, maintaining records, and guiding staff through policy updates. Immediate start is expected.