TIMS Coordinator/Data Manager

Orange County Schools

Hillsborough (NC)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 72,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Orange County Schools is seeking a TIMS Coordinator/Data Manager in Hillsborough, NC. The role focuses on coordinating TIMS routing operations, training users, and maintaining accurate student data for planning and redistricting.

The position involves supervising TIMS staff and ensuring high-quality data across transportation services. The coordinator will manage the bus video program, work with school officials, and provide maps and reports as needed.

Qualifications

The candidate should have a high school diploma with computer science or related coursework.
Three to five years of training or experience with computers and TIMS are required.
Equivalent combinations of training/experience acceptable to perform TIMS tasks.

Responsibilities

Coordinate use of all TIMS software modules for routing functions.
Provide technical and admin support for transportation planning to TIMS users and leadership.
Train, assist, and supervise TIMS users in updating data and generating reports.
Provide student assignment and demographic data for planning/redistricting.
Coordinate creation of routes and student assignments for Orange County and Chapel Hill/Carrboro.
Offer technical support for department computer systems and software.
Plan and prioritize TIMS staff work; hold quarterly meetings.
Oversee GEOCODE accuracy and maintenance.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Transportation.

Skills

TIMS routing system

TIMS programming techniques

Data processing equipment

Transfer data SIMS to TIMS

Independent judgment

Team supervision

Explain TIMS

Write clear instructions

Education

High School Diploma with CS courses

Bachelor’s in CS or related field

Tools

Microsoft servers

Job description

TIMS Coordinator/Data Manager

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Job Details

Job ID: 5896732

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Dec 1, 2026

Salary: Salary Grade 63 plus supplement

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

REPORTS TO: Assistant Director of Transportation

SUPERVISES: None

WORK WEEK SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday; other hours as needed

WORK HOURS: 40

NUMBER OF MONTHS PER YEAR: 12

POSITION PURPOSE: The TIMS Coordinator/ Data Manager performs technical and administrative work in the use of TIMS for routing operations of the School System Transportation Department. Work involves coordinating use of the TIMS computer routing system; providing technical and administrative support in the use of the system by training and supervising users; and providing student data for school planning and redistricting to school officials. The TIMS Coordinator/Data Manager oversees the school bus video program to ensure effective implementation and on-going operation. S/he is also responsible for ensuring maintenance of accurate road and student data files; coordinating bus stops and routes; and preparing various transportation maps and reports, as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of TIMS routing system and computer program
Thorough knowledge of TIMS programming techniques, computers, and peripheral equipment used by the Transportation Department, or planned for use by the Transportation Department
Thorough knowledge of the standard accepted principles and practices of verifying student addresses and assigning transportation addresses
Considerable knowledge of modern office procedures, methods and practices
Considerable knowledge of data processing equipment, systems and method
Skilled in transferring data from SIMS to TIMS
Ability to exercise considerable independent judgment and initiative in independently performing assigned projects
Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate the work of a TIMS staff, as necessary
Ability to follow complex oral and written instructions
Ability to explain TIMS program functions, operating procedures and results
Ability to prepare clear and concise instructions, and convey them orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

Education, Training, and Experience

High School Diploma implemented by vocational and/or college-level courses in computer science or a related field
Three (3) to five (5) years of training or experience working with computers and TIMS
Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities

Certification and License Requirements

GEOCODE Certification
Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in computer science, programming, or related field
Supervisory experience using the TIMS program
Experience with Microsoft based servers

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Coordinate effective use of all software modules to carry out the functions of the TIMS routing system
Provide technical and administrative support for transportation planning to TIMS users, department senior staff, central administration and the School Board
Train, assist and supervise TIMS users in updating TIMS data, generating reports and making effective use of TIMS; users include Transportation Office Staff and others as necessary
Provide student assignment and demographic data as needed to the department senior staff, central administration and the School Board for school planning/redistricting
Coordinate the creation of routes and student assignments for Orange County and Chapel Hill/Carrboro transportation services
Provide technical support for department users of computers and software applications
Plan and prioritize work for TIMS staff as applicable; hold quarterly staff meeting
Oversee and create GEOCODE to ensure accuracy.
Maintains railroad GEOCODE
Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Transportation

Working Conditions

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is considered light physical work requiring the exertion of up to 20 pounds of force. Must be physically able to operate a variety of computers and their peripheral equipment; hand tools, such as screwdrivers and pliers; and common office machines.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Employees in this position are required to work in indoor and outdoor environments, and come into direct contact with OCS staff, students and the public.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

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The completed and signed position description shall be maintained at the employee’s work location, shall be reviewed with the employee by his or her immediate supervisor, should be revised as required, and shall serve as the basis for all required evaluations.

DISCLAIMER:

The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, any time.

200 E. King St., Hillsborough, NC 27278 Version 11/8/2017

Position Type: Full-Time

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