School Transportation Operations Lead

Summit School Services LLC; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Holiday pay

PTO accrual

Retirement plan

Job summary

Durham School Services is seeking a capable CSC Operations Leader to direct student transportation services, driver training and vehicle maintenance. You will lead staff to ensure safe, efficient operations and coach direct reports to meet performance goals.

The role requires a high school diploma, 5+ years in transportation with supervisory experience, and a valid CDL with endorsements. Proficiency in MS Office and transportation software is expected.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years’ work experience required, with 3 years in ground transportation preferred; may be substituted by related supervisory experience.
• Supervisory experience preferred; supervising/training a driver workforce is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office and transportation-related software.
• Leadership, organization and strong interpersonal skills.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Provides overall CSC operational leadership by directing student transportation services, driver training and vehicle maintenance programs.
• Directs staff by promoting safe, efficient and effective operations and coaching direct reports.
• Monitors training requirements and ensures employees obtain required skills and abilities.
• Sets performance expectations and administers discipline as necessary.
• Ensures compliance with company policies and regulations; escalates issues as needed.
• Oversees vehicle routing optimization and budgets, including time sheets and expenditures.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Bi-lingual

Supervisory experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office Suite

Transportation software

Job description

Durham School Services is seeking a capable CSC Operations Leader to direct student transportation services, driver training and vehicle maintenance. You will lead staff to ensure safe, efficient operations and coach direct reports to meet performance goals.

The role requires a high school diploma, 5+ years in transportation with supervisory experience, and a valid CDL with endorsements. Proficiency in MS Office and transportation software is expected.