TRANSPORTATION MANAGER

Pawnee Mental Health Services, Inc.; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

KPERS retirement benefits

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Medical Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Supplemental Benefits

Job summary

Pawnee Mental Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Van Driver Team Leader to oversee transportation operations across our service region. You will train drivers, coordinate vehicle usage, and ensure compliance with fleet policies.

Excellent communication and basic computer skills are essential. The role requires 4+ years of independent driving, a valid Kansas license, and the ability to manage reports and schedules.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of independent driving experience.
• Valid Kansas Driver’s License and auto insurance.
• Oral and written English communication.
• Basic computer skills including email, Excel and Teams.
• Preferred: knowledge of vehicle maintenance.
• Preferred: public transportation experience.

Responsibilities

• Train new Van Drivers and provide day-to-day feedback to ensure reliability.
• Travel to Pawnee Offices within 10-county region to address transportation issues.
• Communicate vehicle expenses updates with Chief Financial Officer.
• Oversee staff changes and implement necessary updates.
• Coordinate auto maintenance and repairs per fleet requirements.
• Maintain monthly vehicle mileage and maintenance reports.
• Attend periodic KDOT meetings in Manhattan and Salina.
• Transport vehicles to vendors/repair shops for service.
• Act as backup Van Driver during staffing shortages.
• Complete RTAP defensive driving training every 2 years.

Skills

English communication

Computer skills

Driving experience

Team coordination

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Description

Who We Are

Pawnee Mental Health is proud of the high-quality services we offer and the positive outcomes our clients achieve. Our employees are the heart of our organization, and each person contributes to our mission. We’re looking for motivated, passionate individuals who want to use their skills to support others. We believe people facing mental health or substance use challenges deserve the chance to live meaningful, productive lives. If that mission resonates with you, we encourage you to explore this role and join us in making an impact.

What We Offer

at Pawnee Mental Health, we are committed to supporting our employees’ well-being by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• HRSA- Health Workforce: Loan Repayment Program for Health Careers
• Medical & Vision Insurance: Accessible plans to support your health needs offered through BCBS or Aetna.
• Dental Insurance: 100% covered by Pawnee for employees.
• Kansas Public Employee Retirement System (KPERS): Secure your future with KPERS retirement benefits, a lifetime pension program.
• Life Insurance: coverage up to 150% of your annual income and long-term disability insurance at no cost.
• Paid Holidays: Enjoy 8 paid holidays throughout the year.
• Generous PTO: Start earning 8 hours of PTO per month—equivalent to 12 days per year—with an increase to 24 days per year after your first anniversary.
• Paid Medical Leave: Receive a 40-hour bank of paid medical leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access support resources for your personal and professional life.
• Supplemental Benefits: Additional life insurance coverage, ambulance transportation, short term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and more.

What You’ll Do

Essential Responsibilities

In addition to the duties and responsibilities outlined in the Van Driver job description the Team Leader will:

• Train new Van Drivers in duties and responsibilities related to the performance of their position. Provide day-to-day feedback and support to promote reliable transportation.
• Travel to Pawnee Offices within our 10-county region to conduct and address company transportation issues.
• Communicate regularly with Chief Financial Officer to receive/provide updates regarding vehicle expenses.
• Communicate changes to staff and oversee implementation.
• Coordinate auto maintenance and repairs in accordance with Enterprise fleet management and KDOT requirements.
• Monitor vehicle usage via the Compass Insurance portal and make recommendations to supervisor regarding issues, alerts, or events.
• Maintain monthly reports of vehicle mileage, maintenance needs, inspection requirements, and vehicle cleaning.
• Collect data and prepare reports for regulatory agencies using agency database, Microsoft Teams, excel spreadsheets, email, Compass Insurance portal, Enterprise Fleet portal, and Blackcat (KDOT monthly report system).
• Attend required periodic KDOT meetings in Manhattan, and an annual meeting in Salina.
• Maintain general knowledge and skills related to OBD-2 code reader. Possess basic vehicle maintenance that includes troubleshooting, vehicle dashboard notifications/alerts, recalls, replacing air filter/cabin air filter, wiper blades and maintaining fluid levels, replacing vehicle battery, flat tire repair or replacement if necessary, and maintain general cleanliness of vehicles.
• Transport vehicles to various vendors/repair shops for service.
• Act as backup Van Driver when needed due to staffing shortages.
• Complete KDOT required RTAP training (defensive driving) every 2 years to remain certified to drive KDOT vehicles.
• Assess fleet usage to determine best placement of vehicles over Pawnee area of operations.
• Adhere to the standards, policies and instructions established by PMHS Policy and Procedure and any applicable ethical codes within field of employment.
• Review and comply with the Pawnee Code of Conduct outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or other management personnel.

Requirements

Qualifications

Required:

• Valid Kansas Driver’s License and automobile liability insurance maintained in accordance with Pawnee policy and procedure.
• 4+ years of independent driving experience.
• Oral and written communication skills using the English language.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills to include email, Excel, Microsoft Teams.

Preferred:

• Demonstrated knowledge of vehicle maintenance.
• Public transportation experience.

Results of criminal and all other applicable background checks must meet the approval of Pawnee Mental Health Services.