Transportation Manager-PACE

MorseLife Health System; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

MorseLife Health System is seeking a Transportation Manager to oversee daily operations of the Transportation Department across multiple locations. The role focuses on safety, training, compliance, and staff development to ensure reliable services for residents, participants, and staff.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of management experience and 3–5 years in transportation or logistics, with a preference for a Bachelor's degree.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in general studies, business management, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration preferred.
• At least one year of experience working with the elderly or frail.
• 3-5 years of management experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in transportation or logistics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of Transportation Department across locations.
• Supervise Drivers and lead safety and training initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and transportation regulations.
• Develop and deliver training for transportation personnel and Designated Aides.
• Travel regularly between locations to oversee operations and train staff.
• Prepare reports on performance, training completion, and compliance.

Skills

Safety training

Driver supervision

Regulatory compliance

Training program delivery

Operational planning

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

FDOT guidelines

Scheduling software

Job description

Moving Our Community Safely. Serving with Purpose. Leading with Care at MorseLife - PACE.

About MorseLife

For more than 40 years, MorseLife Health System has been setting the standard for exceptional senior care in South Florida. As a nonprofit healthcare system, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults through compassionate care, clinical excellence, innovation, and service.

We are proud to be recognized as a:

• Great Place To Work® Certified employer
• 5-Star Teaching Nursing Home
• Recipient of the Gold Seal Award from the Governor’s Panel on Excellence in Long-Term Care

Our academic partners include:

• Academy for Nursing and Health Occupations
• Barry University
• Florida Atlantic University (FAU)
• Florida International University (FIU)
• Keiser University
• Lynn University
• Nova Southwestern University (NSU)
• Palm Beach State College (PBSC)
• South Florida Healthcare Institute
• South University
• University of Miami (UM)

MorseLife by the Numbers

• 40+ years of serving South Florida seniors and their families
• 1,700+ dedicated team members united by a shared mission
• 5-Star Teaching Nursing Home recognized for excellence in care
• Great Place To Work® Certified workplace
• Gold Seal Award recipient from the Governor’s Panel on Excellence in Long-Term Care
• 11 academic partnerships helping educate tomorrow’s healthcare professionals
• Comprehensive continuum of care, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Hospice, Home Health, PACE, and Community-Based Services
• Mission-driven nonprofit organization committed to excellence, compassion, and innovation

Position Summary

The Transportation Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Transportation Department, ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant delivery of transportation services across all locations. This role provides direct supervision of Drivers, leads safety and training initiatives, monitors compliance with company policies and applicable transportation regulations, and supports operational planning and performance. Working closely with the Transportation Director, the Transportation Manager promotes a culture of safety, accountability, and exceptional customer service while ensuring reliable transportation services for residents, participants, and staff.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Ensures all safety manuals, programs, policies, and practices are current, meet departmental needs, and are updated as appropriate.
• Ensures compliance with all company, Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), and applicable local transportation regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Works with the Transportation Director to develop and deliver new hire, recurrent, and mandatory training programs for transportation personnel and Designated Aides who drive company-owned vehicles, ensuring all staff is adequately trained and departmental safety and security standards are maintained.
• Monitors outside training agencies to ensure training content is appropriate and aligns with MorseLife policies.
• Provides ongoing safety training and performance evaluations for Drivers and conducts regularly scheduled Driver Safety Meetings.
• Reviews and responds to all vehicle, passenger, and employee accidents/incidents, determining causes, preventability, and trends to improve future training and safety practices.
• Assists the Transportation Director in managing day-to-day transportation operations across all locations.
• Enforce departmental processes, procedures, and policies to ensure operational consistency and compliance.
• Travel regularly between all locations to oversee operations, conduct training, and support staff.
• Serves as a point of contact for staff regarding procedures, scheduling, and operational issues.
• Assists with scheduling, route planning, resource allocation, and driving as needed.
• Prepares reports on operational performance, training completion, and compliance metrics.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Associate’s degree in general studies, business management, or other related fields.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, preferred.
• At least one year of experience working with the elderly or frail.
• 3-5 years of management experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in transportation or logistics, preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Active driver's license in the State of Florida.
• Active CPR Certification.
• Valid vehicle insurance.

Benefits & Perks

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Eligible team members enjoy access to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life and Supplemental Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Employee Recognition and Appreciation Programs
• Exclusive Employee Discounts through Tickets At Work
• Free Parking
• On-site Dining and Employee Cafeteria
• Career Growth and Internal Advancement Opportunities

Our Talent Acquisition team is committed to making your hiring experience as seamless and welcoming as possible, from your application through your first day as a member of the MorseLife family.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

At MorseLife, you’re more than an employee. You’re part of a team united by a shared mission to enrich the lives of older adults while supporting one another every step of the way.

Here’s what makes MorseLife a great place to build your career:

• Work for a Great Place To Work® Certified employer where employees are valued, respected, and supported.
• Join a 5-Star Teaching Nursing Home that is shaping the future of healthcare through partnerships with leading colleges and universities.
• Build your career with an organization that has proudly served South Florida for more than 40 years.
• Work alongside experienced clinicians, interdisciplinary teams, and healthcare students committed to excellence.
• Take advantage of ongoing professional development, continuing education, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for internal advancement.
• Experience a culture built on our core values of Leadership, Teamwork, Customer Focus, Quality, Impact, and Passion.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents, patients, families, and fellow team members every single day.

Our Commitment to Excellence

At MorseLife, excellence is more than a goal—it’s our standard. Every member of our team contributes to creating a culture of compassion, accountability, innovation, and service. We believe that exceptional employee experiences lead to exceptional resident experiences, and we are committed to investing in our people, celebrating their successes, and supporting their professional growth every step of the way.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Every interaction has the power to brighten someone’s day, restore dignity, and improve quality of life.

If you’re looking for more than just a job and want to build a rewarding career with an organization that invests in its people and its mission, MorseLife Health System is the place for you.

Join a team where you’ll be valued, supported, and empowered to grow while helping us continue a legacy of excellence that spans more than four decades.

Employment Requirements

• A 10-panel pre-employment drug screening.
• A Level 2 background screening in accordance with the requirements of the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
• A post-offer physical examination.
• A QuantiFERON-TB Gold blood test (or other approved tuberculosis screening, as applicable.
• Employment eligibility verification (Form I-9) and any additional pre-employment requirements applicable to the position.

We appreciate your partnership in helping us maintain a safe, healthy, and compliant workplace for those we serve.

MorseLife Health System is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We maintain a Drug-Free Workplace and are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment where every team member can thrive.