Transportation & Safety Operations Lead

Berkshire County Head Start; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire County Head Start is seeking a Transportation and Safety Manager to coordinate daily routes, health and safety operations, and staff supervision across program sites.

You will partner with the Director of Health and Safety, families, and departments to develop safety plans, maintain records, and ensure timely drills and inspections. Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent education and experience.
• Minimum two years of related health/safety/transportation operations experience.
• Prior supervisory experience coordinating staff and workflows.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, or ability to obtain quickly.
• Strong organization, record keeping, data-audit, and follow-through skills.
• Proficiency with electronic record keeping systems, email, spreadsheets, and standard office applications.
• Able to complete background checks and health requirements; valid driver's license if driving.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily routes, schedules, seating charts, passenger logs, attendance, field trips, service changes, and cancellations.
• Serve as primary contact for contracted transportation provider and address safety concerns promptly.
• Maintain child safety seats, emergency transport kits, and safety procedures; manage inventories.
• Develop individualized transportation safety plans with the Director of Health and Safety, families, and departments.
• Schedule and document emergency bus evacuation drills; maintain logs and safety checks.
• Supervise Bus Monitor and staff; manage scheduling, onboarding, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Audit health data and maintain health/transportation records, care plans, and consent forms in GoEngage.
• Prepare family follow-up communications; track equipment service dates; order health supplies; support wellness initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Record keeping

Communication

Follow-through

Education

Associate degree in health services

Tools

GoEngage

Spreadsheets

Email

Office applications

Job description

Berkshire County Head Start is seeking a Transportation and Safety Manager to coordinate daily routes, health and safety operations, and staff supervision across program sites.

You will partner with the Director of Health and Safety, families, and departments to develop safety plans, maintain records, and ensure timely drills and inspections. Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills are essential for success.