Transportation Supervisor

Anaheim Union High School District; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Holidays

PERS retirement

Job summary

Anaheim Union High School District is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to plan, evaluate, and implement pupil transportation services. The role supervises dispatching, vehicle maintenance coordination, and staff scheduling to ensure safe, efficient operations.

Responsibilities include budget oversight, reporting, and collaboration with vendors and district stakeholders to maintain compliance with regulations and district policies.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school with related coursework.
• Three years of supervisory experience in pupil transportation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain California bus driver certifications.

Responsibilities

• Plan, evaluate, develop, and implement transportation functions within guidelines.
• Oversee and schedule work assignments for transportation staff.
• Supervise and evaluate performance of assigned personnel.
• Coordinate with vendors for driver and equipment needs.
• Monitor routes, schedules, and vehicle maintenance for safety and efficiency.
• Prepare reports and manage department budgets and records.
• Facilitate meetings and communicate with stakeholders on transportation issues.
• Assist in onboarding and training of new transportation staff.

Skills

Route scheduling

Dispatching

Budgeting

Supervision

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Emergency procedures

Education

High school diploma with related coursework

Job description

Health Benefits: 100% employer contribution towards employee and family premiums District: Award-winning schools Community: World-famous city and attractions

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of the Director of Transportation, plans, evaluates, develops, and implements transportation functions within established guidelines of the District; oversees, coordinates, supervises, and schedules work assignments within established standards for transportation personnel; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Graduation from high school supplemented by advanced training or course work relating to the organization and supervision of transportation programs.

EXPERIENCE: Three years of increasingly responsible experience in a supervisory or administrative capacity over a large pupil transportation program involving complex route scheduling operations and vehicular maintenance activities.

LICENSE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid, Class A or B California Driver's License, with passenger and air brake endorsements, at time of appointment, and throughout employment in a position in this classification. Use of an automobile may be required for this position. Proof of current California auto liability insurance at time of appointment, and throughout employment in a position in this classification. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California School Bus Driver Certificate. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Medical Card. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid First Aid Certificate issued by an authorized agency. Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State Certified School Bus Driver Instructor's Certificate (with a minimum equipment restriction of automatic transmission).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF (Typically learned through formal training or education):

• Applicable Federal, State and local laws, mandates, codes, and regulations regarding pupil transportation.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of route scheduling for a large pupil transportation program.
• Methods and procedures of dispatching transportation vehicles.
• Standard vehicle maintenance and repair inspection procedures.
• School district organization, operations, policies, objectives, boundaries and the general geography of the greater Anaheim area.
• Record-keeping and report preparation techniques.
• Appropriate safety procedures, first aid, and hazardous material compliance.
• Principles and practices of supervision and training.
• Emergency road service procedures.
• Effective oral and written communication techniques.

SKILL TO (Typically attained through formal training or practice):

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Analyze, interpret and explain applicable laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Read and interpret maps.
• Prepare and direct the preparation of a variety of comprehensive reports.
• Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations.
• Develop and prepare departmental budgets.
• Analyze and develop work methods, procedures and schedules.
• Operate a computer and assigned software.

ABILITY TO (Typically a personal quality attained without formal training, education, or practice):

• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Plan and organize work.
• Prepare and deliver oral presentations.
• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Prioritize and schedule work.

WORKING CONDITIONS

ENVIRONMENT: Employees in this classification work alone, inside and outside, over 40 hours/week, in direct contact with the public, students, and other District staff, with high work volume and tight deadlines, continually changing priorities and constant interruptions, in temperature changes, with moving vehicles, in negative interpersonal situations, exposure to minor contagious diseases (colds, flu, etc.), inadequate lighting, poor ventilation, loud noises and odors.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Employees in this classification use fingers repetitively, use twisting or pressure repetitively involving wrists or hands, use both hands simultaneously, have rapid mental/muscular coordination, speak clearly, hear normal voice conversation, drive a vehicle, use a computer and a telephone, have depth perception, have color vision and be able to distinguish shades, see small details, sit, lift and carry up to 25lbs. without assistance, walk, maintain balance, stand, push, pull, bend repeatedly, reach overhead, climb stairs, and stoop/bend.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification, and are not to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations will be made so that qualified employees can perform the essential duties of the job.

SPECIALIZED ESSENTIAL DUTIES (Typically only performed in this classification)

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises the operational functions of transportation (bus route planning, assigning and dispatching of transportation personnel, scheduling, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that the department functions in a safe and efficient manner.
• Supervises and oversees vehicle maintenance (e.g. supply procurement, record keeping, maintenance schedules) for the purpose of ensuring safety and reliability of transportation department vehicles; Reviews major mechanical repair time in order to determine priority transportation equipment use; Confers with mechanical service and transportation personnel regarding unforeseen problems in order to develop alternative solutions.
• Reviews, monitors, develops, and audits bus routes (bus stops, clock schedules, etc.) to ensure adherence to a cost effective operation, appropriate utilization of personnel and equipment, and compliance with District safety policies.
• Responds to inquiries (questions, complaints, etc.) from stakeholders (students, parents, District staff, administration, etc.) to provide necessary information regarding transportation services.
• Monitors budget allocations, expenditures, fund balances and other related financial activities (billing/invoicing of field trips, fuel bills, new school bus financial analysis, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that expenses are within budget limits and fiscal practices are followed (e.g. revenues are properly recorded and accurate, etc.).
• Maintains personnel records (e.g. attendance, safety, DMV records, classroom/behind-the-wheel training and in-service, etc.) for the purpose of meeting District and regulatory requirements.
• Facilitates meetings and workshops (e.g. safety training, periodic staff meetings, etc.) in order to identify issues, support staff, and convey information; Serves as a District representative at gatherings (Board of Education meetings, community events, etc.) to promote the District's goals and accomplishments and represent the District's best interests.
• Communicates with internal and external customers (District personnel, community members, etc.) regarding transportation-related issues (e.g. pupil transportation concerns) for the purpose of providing the necessary information regarding transportation services.
• Coordinates with vendors for the purpose of determining driver and equipment requirements (e.g. routes, stops, schedules, etc.).
• Plans and conducts new employee orientation to ensure smooth and orderly onboarding of new personnel.

GENERAL ESSENTIAL DUTIES (Also performed in other classifications)

• Supervises, reviews, and monitors transportation personnel in order to evaluate employee performance and resolve personnel related problems and conflicts (e.g. coaching, disciplinary action, etc.).
• Prepares a variety of reports (accident, field trip billing, bus routes, schedules, etc.) for the purpose of documenting and conveying key written information.
• Assists in the formulation and implementation of District policies, procedures, objectives, and goals.
• Establishes and maintains professional collaborative working relationships with staff and community members (Board of Education, administrators, regulatory agencies, District employees, parents, members of the public, etc.).
• Assists in conducting accident investigations (e.g. reviews events, prepares and submits accident reports, etc.) for the purpose of complying with District and legal requirements and insurance carrier procedures.
• Participates in the budget planning, development, implementation, and oversight.
• Contributes to interviewing and selecting employees, in addition to recommending transfers, reassignment, termination and other disciplinary actions.
• Serves as a backup for driving school buses when needed (e.g. substitutes not available) for the purpose of ensuring transportation of passengers (to and from school and/or field trips) via scheduled routes in a safe and timely manner.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

RECRUITMENT TYPE: OPEN

Anyone may apply.

CERTIFICATION TYPE: OPEN

Qualified candidates, or Eligibles, who pass all testing stages will be placed on one eligibility list. The top 3 ranks of Eligibles will be certified for a hiring interview.

All new regular classified employees shall be paid in accordance with the salary range established for the class to which assigned. Initial placement will normally be the first step of the salary range.

BENEFITS

• Leaves: Sick leave, holidays, bereavement and emergency leaves.
• Retirement: Classified employees are members of the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employee contribution is 7% of gross earnings.
• Insurance: The District provides medical, dental, vision care, behavioral health and life insurance for the employees and their dependents.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DISTRICT

Anaheim Union High School District prohibits unlawful discrimination against, and/or harassment of, District employees and job applicants on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, gender, gender identity, sex, or sexual orientation at a District site or activity.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions of this bulletin may be modified or revoked, and the job description may be changed at any time without notice.

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