Strategic School Transportation Leader

ReNEW Schools; Salem (IN); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

PERF retirement contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Salem Community Schools is seeking a Director of Transportation to lead the safe, efficient operation of the district's student transportation system. You will manage daily route planning, staffing, fleet maintenance, and budget administration while ensuring compliance with IDOE and FMCSA rules.

Responsibilities include directing operations, recruiting and evaluating bus drivers, maintaining safety standards, and coordinating with administrators and parents on transportation concerns.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of leadership experience in public school transportation or fleet ops.
• Valid Indiana CDL with P and S endorsements and Air Brake; willing to obtain if needed.
• Able to pass IDOE physicals and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations including route planning, dispatching, and special transportation.
• Recruit, train, and evaluate bus drivers and monitors.
• Serve as primary contact for parents, admins, and community on transportation issues.
• Ensure compliance with IDOE, ISP bus inspections, FMCSA rules and district policies.
• Oversee budget, fuel, maintenance, and equipment purchasing.
• Coordinate weather delays and road condition responses with leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Route planning

Fleet operations

Budget management

Safety compliance

Driver management

Stakeholder communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Transfinder

Versatrans

GPS tracking software

Job description

Salem Community Schools is seeking a Director of Transportation to lead the safe, efficient operation of the district's student transportation system. You will manage daily route planning, staffing, fleet maintenance, and budget administration while ensuring compliance with IDOE and FMCSA rules.

Responsibilities include directing operations, recruiting and evaluating bus drivers, maintaining safety standards, and coordinating with administrators and parents on transportation concerns.