SY26-27 Supervisor - Transportation

Young World Physical Education

Lynchburg (VA)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Young World Physical Education seeks a Supervisor for Transportation to manage operations in Lynchburg City Schools. This role involves overseeing transportation staff, ensuring safe and efficient transport, and collaborating with stakeholders to address concerns and provide excellent service.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED (Bachelor's preferred), experience in transportation management, and a valid driver’s license with a Class B CDL endorsement.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED diploma required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
Extensive progressively responsible experience in transportation management preferred.
Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily transportation operations to ensure safe and reliable student transport.
Develop and modify bus routes and schedules.
Provide supervision and performance evaluation of transportation staff.

Skills

Supervision

Customer service

Transportation regulations knowledge

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

College coursework in transportation or management

Tools

School bus

Job description

SY26-27 Supervisor - Transportation

Lynchburg City Schools TRANSPORTATION - LYNCHBURG, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5791861
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jun 19, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: Supervisor - Transportation

Department: Transportation

Salary Grade: Classified Schedule G

FLSA Status: Exempt

Site/Location: Transportation

Reports to: Director of Transportation & Operations Manager

Date: 06/19/2026

Transportation Supervisors serve as the first level of management within the Transportation Department and act on behalf of the Operations Manager and Director as assigned. Supervisors are responsible for overseeing daily transportation operations to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable transportation of students. The position provides supervision, leadership, guidance, support, and performance evaluation of transportation staff; promotes professionalism and accountability; and serves as a liaison between drivers, schools, parents, and the community. Transportation Supervisors work collaboratively with stakeholders to resolve concerns, provide excellent customer service, assign route coverage to maintain uninterrupted service, and personally operate a school bus when necessary to support departmental operations. Supervisors also assist with inclement weather planning, road condition assessments, and transportation safety evaluations to support operational decisions and ensure student and staff safety. The position requires knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local transportation regulations, including Virginia Department of Education requirements, and the ability to develop and adjust bus routes and schedules to meet student transportation needs safely and efficiently.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide supervision, support, coaching, and performance evaluation of transportation personnel.
Promote safe, efficient, and professional transportation services.
Develop, review, and modify bus routes and schedules.
Assign route coverage and coordinate staffing to ensure continuity of service.
Operate a school bus as needed to support transportation operations.
Monitor road and weather conditions and assist with operational decisions during inclement weather or emergencies.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and VDOE transportation regulations.
Serve as a liaison between leadership, drivers, schools, parents, and the community.
Address transportation concerns and provide timely, respectful, and responsive customer service.
Assist with employee training and professional development.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager or Director.

Personal Competencies

Honesty
Integrity
Ethical
Equity Minded
Emotional Intelligence
Cultural Competence
Safety
Quality

Leadership Competencies

Models Excellent Customer Service
Think Strategically
Shows Initiative
Act Decisively
Communicate Effectively

Functional Competencies

Technical Capabilities
Computer Literacy
Data Analysis and Management
Fiscal Planning and Management
Project Management
Strategic Planning

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED diploma required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
College coursework in transportation, management, or other related fields, preferred.
Extensive progressively responsible experience preferred, including but not limited to human resource management experience and experience in the scheduling, routing, and safe operation of a fleet of school buses or similar fleet transportation systems.
Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.
Valid driver’s license required
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a Class B Commercial Driver's License (w/air brake, passenger, and school bus endorsements) within 1 month of employment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of the scheduling, routing, and safe operations of school buses or other fleet vehicles.
Knowledge of the state-mandated safety requirements and procedures.
Ability to plan and maintain effective student transportation programs.
Ability to analyze student transportation problems and programs and to recommend or implement corrective actions designed to improve student transportation operations.
Ability to deal courteously and effectively with school officials, parents, VDOE officials, executive staff, city leaders, community groups, and others.
Ability to supervise, directly or indirectly, employees, including several layers of employees.
Excellent oral and written communications and human relations skills.
Demonstrated ability to supervise and evaluate staff
Ability to prepare and oversee the preparation of complex reports and analyses.

Supervisory Responsibility

Transportation Supervisors provide direct supervision, support, coaching, and performance evaluation of assigned transportation personnel. The position is responsible for monitoring employee performance, promoting professionalism and accountability, assisting with employee development, and ensuring staff adhere to applicable policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Travel Requirements

Reliable transportation, necessary
Minimal travel within the City of Lynchburg as needed
Minimal travel outside of the City of Lynchburg as needed

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. Sufficient physical strength and stamina to lift objects weighing up to 100 lbs., stand for extended periods of time, and complete work requiring considerable physical exertion. Exposure to inclement weather is possible.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

JOB STATUS: OPEN
SALARY: Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here
DAYS PER YEAR: 260
SCHOOL YEAR: 2026 - 2027
Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

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