Transportation Coordinator: School Bus Operations & Safety

Talentify; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Charter Schools USA in Louisiana is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to manage routes, driver assignments, bus maintenance scheduling, and safety compliance. The role works closely with school administration to ensure timely student transportation.

Responsibilities include supervising drivers, ensuring inspections, coordinating with maintenance vendors, and maintaining records; requires CDL with P and S endorsements, clean driving record, and ongoing safety training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; high school diploma may be considered.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License with P and S endorsements.
• Clean driving record per Safe Driver Plan.
• CPR Certification; School Bus Driver Certification; ongoing safety training.

Responsibilities

• Oversee drivers and buses on routes; assign substitute drivers and spare vehicles as needed.
• Coordinate pre-trip and post-trip inspections and parking on campus.
• Serve as liaison for equipment; coordinate with maintenance on repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Coordinate with safety and training vendors on onboarding and safety meetings.
• Advise school administration on applicants and driver issues; no hiring authority implied.
• Maintain records on attendance, mileage, routing, maintenance, and schedules.

Skills

Coordination experience

Decision-making

Communication

Delegation

Operational procedures knowledge

Map reading

Calm under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent may be considered

Job description

Charter Schools USA in Louisiana is seeking a Transportation Coordinator to manage routes, driver assignments, bus maintenance scheduling, and safety compliance. The role works closely with school administration to ensure timely student transportation.

Responsibilities include supervising drivers, ensuring inspections, coordinating with maintenance vendors, and maintaining records; requires CDL with P and S endorsements, clean driving record, and ongoing safety training.