School Transportation Operations Manager

STA Family of Companies; Town of Lowville (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

STA Family of Companies in the United States is hiring an Operations Manager to oversee daily facility operations, routes, trips, and charters. You will support driver training, payroll processes, and recruitment efforts while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

The role requires 3+ years in transportation operations and at least 1 year in a leadership position, with a CDL endorsement a plus or willingness to obtain one.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in school bus or transportation related operations.
• 1+ years’ experience in a leadership role.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate’s Degree in business preferred.
• CDL license with passenger and school bus endorsement is a plus; if not, willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the overall day-to-day operations of the facility with the GM.
• Ensure coverage of daily transit fixed routes, trips, and charters.
• Develop ongoing customer relations with Lewis County Public Transit.
• Assist with driver training and recruitment programs.
• Ensure drivers have necessary job-related training.
• Prepare payroll, accounts receivable/payables, and month-end requirements.
• Coordinate with HR for disciplinary actions.
• Plan annual financial requirements for the facility.
• Follow STA policies and applicable regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Customer development

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent / Associate degree in business (preferred)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

STA Family of Companies in the United States is hiring an Operations Manager to oversee daily facility operations, routes, trips, and charters. You will support driver training, payroll processes, and recruitment efforts while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

The role requires 3+ years in transportation operations and at least 1 year in a leadership position, with a CDL endorsement a plus or willingness to obtain one.