School Transportation Routing Supervisor

Avon Public School; Avondale (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Avondale Elementary School District is seeking a Transportation Router/Supervisor to design, coordinate, and supervise safe and efficient student transportation routes. The role combines routing logistics with daily operational oversight to ensure timely service and clear communication among drivers, schools, and families.

The position requires a High School diploma, a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, and experience in school transportation or fleet operations.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School diploma.
• Must possess/maintain a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (upon employment).
• Background clearance (upon employment).
• Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Experience in school transportation, logistics, or fleet operations.
• Supervisory experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation districtwide transportation protocols for route operations, safety procedures, incident response, and data based decision-making to ensure efficient and compliant transportation services.
• Supervise bus drivers and bus aides, including monitoring performance and attendance.
• Assist with hiring and evaluating drivers and bus aides.
• Coordinate daily transportation operations, including dispatch, scheduling drivers and staff who serve as backup drivers for route coverage and substitutions.
• Respond to and resolve operational issues such as delays, breakdowns, or staffing shortages.
• Collaborate with district leaders, principals, and school teams to ensure alignment of supports and priorities.
• Communicate clearly with families, community partners, and external agencies as appropriate.
• Assist drivers in submitting vehicle repair tickets.
• Monitor fuel levels at the pumping station and coordinate fuel orders as needed to maintain adequate supply.
• Receive and verify fuel deliveries for accuracy and compliance.
• Monitor fuel pumping equipment and coordinate maintenance or repairs as necessary.
• Oversee annual environmental inspections of fuel tanks and ensure all required documentation is completed and submitted.
• Develop and maintain daily bus routes and schedules for elementary students using routing software and district SIS.
• Optimize routes for efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
• Adjust routes in response to enrollment changes, road conditions, construction, and special programs.
• Ensure compliance with state and local transportation regulations.
• Promote and enforce student transportation safety standards and procedures.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and complaints; prepare required reports.
• Ensure drivers follow district policies and state/federal transportation laws.
• Communicate route changes, delays, and important updates clearly and promptly.
• Address parent and school concerns in a professional and timely manner.
• Maintain accurate routing data, student ridership records and driver logs.
• Prepare reports related to route efficiency, mileage, and operational performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Routing software

Communication

Safety regulations knowledge

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Routing software

Job description

Avondale Elementary School District is seeking a Transportation Router/Supervisor to design, coordinate, and supervise safe and efficient student transportation routes. The role combines routing logistics with daily operational oversight to ensure timely service and clear communication among drivers, schools, and families.

The position requires a High School diploma, a valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card, and experience in school transportation or fleet operations.