Supervisor, Transportation

Fulton Schools; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County Schools seeks a Transportation Supervisor to lead the Transportation Department operations. This role supervises bus operators and bus route activities, coordinates routing procedures, and ensures safety and compliance across routes.

The position also oversees driver training, accident investigations, and student safety education. The supervisor will travel to schools as needed, recruit and supervise staff, and collaborate with school leadership to maintain efficient transportation

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years supervisory/administrative experience in transportation
• Associate’s Degree or equivalent experience; NAPT certification may count
• Strong ability to supervise personnel and coordinate travel routes

Responsibilities

• Supervise school bus operators and operations of designated routes
• Coordinate initial routing procedures and realign routes as needed
• Inspect road conditions and report improvements
• Provide comprehensive training for bus operators, including safety workshops
• Investigate accidents and submit written reports
• Educate students on school bus safety procedures
• Function as a bus driver as needed

Skills

Supervision

Decision making

Communication

Leadership

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

NAPT Supervisor certification (if applicable)

Tools

Routing software

Job description

Provides leadership and supervisory assistance in the overall direction and administration of the Transportation Department

• Supervises school bus operators and operations of designated bus routes in the District
• Coordinates the initial routing procedures for regular transportation, including realignment, adjustment, and continuous maintenance activities
• Routes special buses to service students in the various area of exceptionalities
• Conducts survey designs as required by State Department of Education for fund allocations Inspects the road conditions on bus routes and stops periodically, and makes follow-up recommendations for corrections to any issues that may be found
• Observes buses during routes Investigates accidents involving county vehicles and submits written reports and recommendations to effectively deal with related problems
• Provides a comprehensive training program for bus operators, including safety workshops and instruction in the use and handling of all department vehicles
• Takes an active role in coordinating transportation policies and procedures with individual schools
• Travels to schools to help resolve student discipline or driver-related problems
• Informs Executive Director, Operations and Coordinator regarding irregular situations in the department
• Assists in recruiting, training, and supervising assistant supervisors, certified instructors, dispatchers, bus drivers and transportation assistants
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the school bus road-e-o concept and supports its use as an instructional tool
• Conducts periodic personal inspections of department vehicles
• Coordinates efforts to secure bus-drivers
• Takes an active role in educating students on school bus safety procedures
• Functions as a bus driver as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

Associate's Degree in A related field or equivalent experience (2 years of industry experience = 1 year of college) A combination of experience and education may be used to meet the AssociateâÂÂs Degree requirement or In lieu of degree, Supervisor certification earned through National Association for Pupil transportation (NAPT) may be considered

Certification/Licensure

Valid CDL license with S and P endorsements required

Must be able to successfully pass State Bus Driver Annual Physical Exam

Experience Qualifications

Minimum 2 years supervisory and/or administrative experience preferably in transportation, and 3 years of related pupil transportation experience required. Computerized routing experience is a plus

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Ability to supervise and work effectively with departmental personnel
• Good decision-making and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills

Working Conditions

• Normal office and school environment
• May require exposure to extreme heat/cold

Physical Demands

• Routine physical activity associated with normal office and school environment
• May have to lift 50lbs or more if need arises to drive a bus

It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone [phone].TTY 1-800-255-0135.

Fulton County Schools - 6201 Powers Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30339 - 470-254-3600