Transit Supervisor

LATS; Lawton (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + employer match

Health, dental, vision, and life保险

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling options

Long-term retirement benefits

Job summary

LATS in Oklahoma City area is seeking a Transit Supervisor to oversee daily bus operations, supervise drivers, coordinate dispatch, and manage routes with a focus on safety and regulatory compliance. This leadership role directs scheduling, incident handling, and performance reviews in a community-focused transit system.

The ideal candidate has CDL credentials, a clean driving record, and strong communication and decision-making skills to ensure reliable public transportation and adherence to

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL with Passenger Endorsement required.
• Clean driving record with no major violations in past 3 years.
• DOT medical card and ability to pass drug/alcohol screening.
• Strong knowledge of traffic laws and transit operations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and evaluate bus operators and dispatch staff.
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FTA regulations and safety standards.
• Manage daily scheduling, route coverage, and driver assignments.
• Monitor on-time performance, pickups and drop-offs.
• Investigate incidents, accidents, and customer complaints.
• Conduct ride-alongs, performance reviews, and safety inspections.
• Maintain records: attendance, reports, route sheets, logs.
• Coordinate backup drivers or operate a bus when needed.
• Serve as liaison between operations leadership and frontline staff.

Skills

Leadership

Dispatch coordination

Communication

Safety compliance

Fleet supervision

Driver supervision

Decision-making

Computer proficiency

Job description

Job Summary

The Transit Supervisor oversees daily bus operations, including driver supervision, dispatch coordination, route management, and safety compliance. This role ensures reliable public transportation service while maintaining strict adherence to FTA regulations, DOT safety standards, and company policies.

This position is ideal for experienced CDL drivers, transportation supervisors, fleet coordinators, or dispatch managers seeking a leadership role in a stable, community-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and evaluate bus operators and dispatch staff
• Ensure compliance with DOT, FTA drug and alcohol regulations, and safety standards
• Manage daily scheduling, route coverage, and driver assignments
• Monitor on-time performance, pick-ups, and drop-offs
• Investigate and document incidents, accidents, and customer complaints
• Conduct driver ride-alongs, performance reviews, and safety inspections
• Maintain accurate records: attendance, reports, route sheets, and incident logs
• Coordinate backup drivers or operate a bus when needed
• Serve as liaison between operations leadership and frontline staff

Requirements

• Valid Class B CDL with Passenger (P) Endorsement (REQUIRED)
• Minimum age: 21 (25 preferred)
• Clean driving record (no DUI/DWI, no major violations in past 3 years)
• Current DOT medical card
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol screening (FTA compliant)
• Strong knowledge of traffic laws, safety procedures, and transit operations
• Experience in transportation, logistics, dispatch, or fleet supervision (preferred)
• Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making skills
• Basic to intermediate computer proficiency

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in extreme heat, cold, and weather conditions
• Lift up to 50–75 lbs occasionally
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking, and field supervision
• Exposure to vehicle operations, noise, and mechanical environments

Schedule

• 8–10 hour shifts
• Day or night shifts
• On-call rotation
• Weekends as needed

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive pay (based on experience)
• 401(k) + employer match
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible scheduling options
• Long-term retirement benefits

Why Join Us?

• Stable, government-supported transit system
• Leadership opportunity with real community impact
• Work that directly supports essential workers, students, and military personnel
• Career growth in public transportation and operations management