Transportation Coordinator

Young World Physical Education; York (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in York, Maine, is seeking a Full-time Transportation Manager to oversee external partnerships and fleet operations. You will lead a team managing daily transportation and resolve operational challenges while ensuring smooth communication with parents and staff.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of transportation experience, strong geographic knowledge of York, and proficiency with modern routing software. A high school diploma is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of transportation or dispatching experience.
• Valid State of Maine Criminal History Records Check approval.
• Ability to handle stressful situations calmly.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary contact for external transportation partners.
• Lead and manage a team of van drivers.
• Maintain accurate transportation logs and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Transportation management

Communication

Geographic knowledge of York

Routing software proficiency

Problem-solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Verizon Connect software

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Responsibilities

• External Partnership Management
  • Act as the primary point of contact for external transportation partners to ensure service quality, accountability, and adherence to district policies.
  • Collaborate with external partners on route planning, timing, and efficiency using modern routing software.
  • Ensure daily route status (delays, timing, bus locations) is communicated effectively and in real time to parents.
  • Promptly resolve daily operational challenges such as delayed routes, mechanical breakdowns, or driver shortages.
  • Work with school principals, town officials, and State of Maine agencies on emergency protocols and routing amendments.
• In-House Fleet Operations & Leadership
  • Lead, schedule, and support a team of nine full- and part-time van drivers and one part-time assistant for year-round programming.
  • Manage the recruitment, hiring, onboarding of replacement and substitute drivers; ensure proper certifications and training.
  • Oversee scheduling, maintenance, and dispatching of the district’s internal fleet (SUVs and vans) using Verizon Connect software.
  • Coordinate specialized transport for out-of-district programs, field trips, and athletic events with Athletic Directors and teachers.
• Communication & Administration
  • Address parent concerns and inquiries professionally and with solutions-oriented approach.
  • Maintain the transportation section of the district website and manage mass-notification systems (email, SMS, app alerts).
  • Maintain accurate logs (mileage, fuel, student rosters) and ensure adherence to local, state, and federal safety regulations.

Qualifications & Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid State of Maine Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) approval.
• Minimum of three (3) years of transportation or dispatching experience (school transportation experience preferred).
• Exceptional composure; ability to remain calm and execute established procedures during stressful or fast-moving situations.
• Strong geographic knowledge of York and the surrounding areas.
• Proficiency with industry-standard computer software, routing applications, and databases.
• Must pass a DOT-regulated Drug and Alcohol history check.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Job Details

Job ID: 5809965

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Position Type: Full-time

Equal Employment Opportunity

York School Department encourages qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.