Student Transportation Leader

GetHired, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Sugar Creek Charter School is seeking a Transportation Manager to oversee safe and timely transportation for students, field trips, and events. You will lead the Transportation Department and report to the Chief of Operations, making decisions that align with SCCS policies.

Responsibilities include planning department goals, scheduling staff, maintaining operating procedures, and ensuring safety and compliance across routes and services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with emphasis in business management, logistics, and/or transportation management.
• Ten years transportation-related experience with increasing supervisory responsibilities; or degree option A.

Responsibilities

• Establish department goals aligned with the SCCS mission and operational priorities.
• Plan and assign daily, weekly, and seasonal work for transportation staff.
• Own and update Transportation Department Operating Instructions and procedures.
• Develop and maintain bus routes, runs, and stops; monitor on-time performance.
• Coordinate field trips, athletic events, and other approved transportation needs.
• Communicate changes to routes and times to schools, drivers, and parents.
• Supervise drivers, monitors, and office staff; conduct evaluations and coaching.
• Ensure compliance with NC traffic laws, bus regulations, and safety standards.
• Investigate incidents and provide on-call response for transportation emergencies.

Skills

Safety & bus operations

Traffic laws

Leadership & supervision

Decision making under pressure

Communication

Data analysis & reporting

Education

Bachelor's in business/logistics/transportation management

High school diploma + 10 years transport supervisory experience

Job description

Sugar Creek Charter School is seeking a Transportation Manager to oversee safe and timely transportation for students, field trips, and events. You will lead the Transportation Department and report to the Chief of Operations, making decisions that align with SCCS policies.

Responsibilities include planning department goals, scheduling staff, maintaining operating procedures, and ensuring safety and compliance across routes and services.