Transportation Coordinator

Michigan Association of School Boards; Ionia (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Belding Area Schools is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to oversee the district’s student transportation program, ensuring safe, reliable, and efficient service for all riders. The role requires CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements, supervisory experience, and strong communication and organizational skills.

Salary is $50,000–$60,000 based on experience. Responsibilities include route planning, driver management, training, safety compliance, and coordination with maintenance to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements.
• Experience in student transportation or fleet operations preferred.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Meets Michigan school bus driver certification, training, and medical requirements.
• Knowledge of school transportation laws, safety procedures.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work with students, families, drivers, and staff.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to unexpected needs.
• Background checks and fingerprinting must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations of district student transportation for safe, reliable services.
• Develop and maintain bus routes and schedules.
• Assign drivers and coordinate substitute coverage.
• Supervise, schedule, train, and evaluate transportation personnel.
• Serve as primary contact for transportation questions from parents and staff.
• Resolve transportation concerns with families and administrators.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state transportation laws and safety requirements.
• Coordinate driver training, licensing, exams, and certifications.
• Assist with transportation for special education, field trips, and events.
• Coordinate with drivers and maintenance to address vehicle issues.
• Maintain transportation records and documentation.
• Support budgeting, purchasing, and vehicle replacement decisions.
• Respond to emergencies, weather events, and staffing shortages.
• Drive regular routes, substitutes, field trips as needed.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Coordinator for district operations.
• Provide maintenance support as needed, including facilities tasks.
• Demonstrate positive attitude and reliability; assist wherever needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

CDL with passenger endorsements

Leadership experience

Background checks

Education

High school diploma

Transportation management training

Supervisory experience

Job description

Deadline: November 27, 2026

District/Organization: Belding Area Schools

Position/Type: Other, full time

Salary: $50,000 - $60,000

Belding Area Schools is seeking a motivated, organized, and dependable individual to serve as Transportation Coordinator. This position will be responsible for coordinating the daily operations of the district’s student transportation program to ensure students are transported safely, efficiently, and reliably.

This successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills and must be willing to take a hands-on approach to supporting bus drivers, students, families, and staff.

This individual must also be willing to assist the Maintenance Department when needed to support the overall operations of the district.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or training in transportation management preferred.
• Experience in student transportation, fleet operations, or a related field preferred.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required, with appropriate passenger and school bus endorsements.
• Must meet all Michigan school bus driver certification, training, and medical requirements.
• Knowledge of school transportation laws, safety requirements, and operating procedures.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students, parents, drivers, and administrators.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond appropriately to unexpected transportation needs.
• Demonstrated initiative, dependability, and ability to work independently.
• Must successfully complete required background checks and fingerprinting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate the daily operations of the district’s student transportation program to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services.
• Develop, organize, and maintain bus routes and schedules to meet the transportation needs of district students.
• Coordinate daily driver assignments, substitute drivers, and transportation coverage to ensure routes are completed.
• Assist with the supervision, scheduling, training, and evaluation of transportation personnel.
• Serve as a primary contact for parents, students, staff, and administrators regarding transportation questions, concerns, and requests.
• Respond to transportation concerns and work collaboratively with families and school administrators to resolve issues in a professional and timely manner.
• Monitor and promote compliance with applicable federal and state transportation laws, school bus safety requirements, and district policies.
• Coordinate required driver training, certifications, licensing, physical examinations, and other compliance requirements.
• Assist with the coordination of student transportation for special education programs, field trips, athletic events, and other district activities.
• Coordinate with drivers and appropriate personnel to address student behavior concerns and promote safe and respectful bus environments.
• Monitor district transportation vehicles and coordinate necessary maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Work with mechanics, vendors, and outside service providers to maintain a safe and reliable transportation fleet.
• Maintain transportation records, including route information, driver qualifications, vehicle inspections, and other required documentation.
• Assist with transportation budgeting, purchasing, and recommendations for vehicle replacement and equipment needs.
• Respond to transportation emergencies, accidents, weather-related situations, and unexpected staffing shortages.
• Drive regular bus routes, substitute routes, field trips, athletic trips, or other transportation assignments as needed.
• Work collaboratively with the Maintenance Coordinator to support the overall operation of the district.
• Provide assistance to the Maintenance Department as needed, including general facility maintenance, grounds work, snow removal, and other operational needs within the employee’s training and abilities.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to assist wherever needed to support district operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Schools.

Additional Expectations

The Transportation Coordinator must understand the importance of providing safe and dependable transportation for students. This position requires flexibility, strong customer service skills, and the ability to respond quickly to unexpected transportation challenges.

The successful candidate must be willing to work alongside transportation employees, including driving buses when necessary, and assist with other district operational needs.

Rate: $50,000 - $60,000 Salary based on experience and qualifications

Terms of Employment: Full time / 12-Month

It is the policy of Belding Area School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category in its programs, services or activities. For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies contact the Superintendent’s Office, 850 Hall Street, Belding, MI 48809. [phone].