Transportation Safety Coordinator/ Lead Driver CL1926

Turner Unified School District 202; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Unified School District 202 in the Transportation Office seeks a Transportation Safety Coordinator/Lead Driver to support the Assistant Supervisor of Transportation. This role focuses on safety trainings, communications, and technology-related tasks for the bus fleet.

The Lead Driver will collaborate with the Transportation Supervisor, staff, and administration, lead bi-monthly driver safety reviews, and ensure adherence to district policies and state regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid Kansas CDL with required endorsements and state driver qualifications.
• CPR and first aid certification.
• Two-hour behind-the-wheel training and agility/reaction tests completed.
• Physical exam required for bus drivers.
• At least one-year driving experience in any motor vehicle across seasons.
• Background in transportation and defensive driving certification.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to research best practices using transportation software.

Responsibilities

• Abide by traffic laws and state school transportation regulations.
• Communicate effectively with Supervisors, staff, and community.
• React to change productively and handle assigned tasks.
• Operate vehicles and equipment as required.
• Inspect buses before/after routes and file inspection forms.
• Knowledge of transportation software and computers.
• Maintain regular attendance and support USD 202 mission.
• Keep bus clean and report unsatisfactory conditions or maintenance needs.
• Assist with driver training and safety meetings.
• Coordinate safety meetings and required staff trainings.
• Train drivers on software and hardware functions.
• Assist with software/hardware updates and maintenance.

Skills

Good communication

Written and verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Transportation software

Computers

Job description

Transportation Safety Coordinator/ Lead Driver CL1926 JobID: 1926

• Position Type:
  Transportation/ Bus Driver
  
• Date Posted:
  9/10/2026
  
• Location:
  Transportation Office
  

Job Description

Purpose: The Transportation Lead Driver will assist the Assistant Supervisor of Transportation with departmental trainings, communications, technology and safety-related issues. To accomplish these tasks, the Lead Bus Driver must work closely with direct supervisors, transportation secretary, staff and administration of USD 202.

Responsible to: Assistant Transportation Supervisor

Payment rate: Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education

Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

2. Valid Kansas commercial drivers' license (CDL) with required endorsements.

3. Must meet all state requirements for bus drivers, including defensive driving, CPR and first aid certification.

4. Successful completion of agility and reaction time test and two-hour behind-the-wheel training program.

5. Successful completion of required physical examination for bus drivers (at district approved location/after employment offer is made).

6. At least one-year experience in driving some type of motor vehicle (which may be a private automobile), including experience throughout each of the four seasons.

7. Possess necessary background and experience in the transportation field, including bus driver trainer and defensive driving certification.

8. Communicate well, both orally and in writing.

9. Possess the necessary technological skills needed to research best practices related to transportation and to communicate with various state officials and staff.

Essential Functions

1. Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

a. Abide by all traffic laws and state school transportation regulations and guidelines.

b. Communicate effectively with The Lead and Assistant Transportation Supervisors, staff, and community.

c. React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.

d. Appropriately operate all vehicles and equipment as required.

e. Inspect bus prior to and at the end of each route or activity trip and file inspection forms with the Transportation Supervisor.

f. Knowledge of computers and transportation software.

g. Regular and consistent attendance is essential and required.

h. Support the philosophy and mission of USD 202.

i. Comply with policies, rules, and regulations at the federal, state, and district levels.

2. Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions:

a. Sit and/or stand for prolonged periods.

b. Manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.

c. Stoop, kneel, crawl, bend, turn, reach, climb and balance.

d. Requires specific driving skills, including the ability to operate a vehicle at night and in inclement weather.

e. Occasionally travel long distances and overnight travel.

f. Requires agility necessary to quickly and safely exit the driver's seat and rear emergency door.

g. Must be able to work indoors and outdoors year-round.

h. Must be able to work in noisy, crowded, stressful environments.

i. Must be able to work in and around dust, fumes, and odors.

General Responsibilities

1. Work effectively with the Lead and Assistant Supervisor of Transportation to identify, develop, and facilitate professional development to address driver training needs and implement/ learn, understand, and follow transportation safety related policies.

2. Coordinate and Facilitate safety meetings and required training for transportation staff/drivers.

3. Assist the Assistant Transportation Supervisor with holding bi-monthly meetings with drivers to review routes and safety.

4. Train drivers on various software and hardware function and procedures.

5. Assist with software and hardware updates.

6. Clean and maintain technology equipment.

7. Assist with the management of student discipline and follow student discipline measures as outlined by the district and Transportation Supervisor.

8. Maintain bus in clean condition that is free from distractions and inform the Transportation Supervisor whenever a bus is received in unsatisfactory condition.

9. Clean and sweep bus on an established schedule.

10. Assist mechanic with fueling as needed.

11. Immediately notify the Transportation Supervisor if the route is running late or of mechanical failure.

12. Inform the Transportation Supervisor and submit a work ticket for routine maintenance and repair required.

13. Respond to information requests in a cooperative, courteous, and timely manner.

14. Report all accidents and file required accident reports with the TransportationSupervisor.

15. Implement and follow all district health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.

16. Keep records and student, family, and employee information confidential.

17. Report any concerns of abuse, neglect, or a child in need of care to your direct supervisor or Division of Children and Families.

18. Other duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor, Assistant Transportation Supervisor, or administrative staff which are consistent with the general requirements and essential functions for the position.

Term of Employment

Academic year/Summer School as calendared.

Evaluation

Performance effectiveness evaluated in accordance with Kansas Statutes and Board of Education Policy.