Transportation Supervisor

Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is seeking a Transportation Supervisor at the Georgetown Operations Center in Seattle to lead dispatch operations, route coordination and driver supervision to ensure safe, reliable transportation services.

This working-leader role ensures DOT/FMCSA compliance, supervises CDL drivers and dispatch staff, coordinates routes and resources, and maintains accurate records while delivering excellent customer service and maintaining safety culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience supervising CDL drivers and transportation dispatchers.
• DOT and FMCSA knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and schedule CDL/non-CDL drivers and dispatchers.
• Ensure DOT/FMCSA compliance and safety.
• Maintain attendance records and bi-weekly payroll for transportation staff.
• Coordinate routes and use GPS transportation software.
• Foster quality customer service and safety culture.

Skills

CDL driver supervision

Driver supervision

Dispatch coordination

DOT/FMCSA knowledge

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Transportation software

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Transportation software

Job description

About Evergreen Goodwill

Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1923 that helps people get jobs across Northwest Washington by offering high-quality free job training, education and job placement. Goodwill empowers individuals to overcome barriers to working, by providing comprehensive support and connecting them with life changing job opportunities, ensuring they are career-ready and can support themselves and their families.

About Evergreen Goodwill

Evergreen Goodwill of Northwest Washington is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1923 that helps people get jobs across Northwest Washington by offering high-quality free job training, education and job placement. Goodwill empowers individuals to overcome barriers to working, by providing comprehensive support and connecting them with life changing job opportunities, ensuring they are career-ready and can support themselves and their families.

The organization employs over 2,000 people, operates five job-training centers, 23 nonprofit retail stores and more than 27 donation sites in King, Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom and Kitsap Counties. Every day, Evergreen Goodwill connects people with the jobs, services and skills they need — because Jobs Change Lives. We are committed to creating and sustaining a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion (DEI) and are focused on creating a joyful, inclusive and successful organization.

Job Title: Transportation Supervisor

Salary Range: $65,500 - 80,000

Location: Georgetown Operations Center, Seattle WA

About The Position

The Transportation Supervisor provides leadership and operational support for the Transportation Department, overseeing dispatch operations, route coordination, driver supervision, and daily transportation activities. This position ensures safe, efficient, and reliable transportation services while supporting customer satisfaction, productivity, and regulatory compliance.

The Transportation Supervisor supervises CDL drivers, non-CDL drivers, and dispatch staff; coordinates driver assignments, routes, vehicles, and transportation resources; and promotes compliance with DOT and FMCSA requirements. As a working leader, the Transportation Supervisor will operate commercial vehicles, including tractor-trailer combinations and box trucks, and perform CDL driving duties as business needs require.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Manage to maximize efficiency and effectiveness of transportation team.
• Adhere to Seattle Goodwill and DOT and FMCSA rules and regulations. Assist with ensuring DOT compliance.
• Use GPS transportation software effectively.
• Demonstrate safe work practices through awareness and observation in support of a safety culture; report any potential hazards or accidents.
• Schedule drivers (CDL Class A, B, and non-CDL drivers) and dispatchers to meet the needs of the business by coordinating daily route schedules, assigning tasks, vehicles used, etc.
• Verify and maintain Transportation attendance records. Prepare bi-weekly payroll for Transportation staff.
• Ensure standards for quality services are met, conduct quality assurance checks, and develop strategies for improvement
• Coordinate security measures including keys, codes and combinations with Loss Prevention.
• Build and maintain internal and external customer satisfaction.
• Maintain accurate and timely transportation, store, and trailer status reports.
• Using excellent customer service skills; establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.
• Uphold safe work practices in support of a safety culture through awareness and observation; train and educate employees on safety requirements; report any potential hazards or accidents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Goodwill’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; monitoring performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; and addressing complaints and resolving problems. Partner with People Relations as needed and appropriate.

Additional Responsibilities

• Demonstrate sound judgment and professionalism while working independently or in team environments.
• Remain calm and effective during stressful or emergency situations.
• Maintain required certifications, training, and professional development.
• Meet established timelines for assigned work and projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of department objectives and organizational needs.

Position Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Supervisor of CDL (Class A and B) Drivers and Transportation Dispatchers.
• DOT and FMCSA knowledge.
• Understanding of Commercial Driver's Licensing.
• Specific Skills/Knowledge/Licenses: Current Washington State Driver’s License
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook. Experience working with Transportation software preferred.
• Requires the analytical ability to handle administrative duties and mental alertness to ensure accurate, safe, and thorough completion of work activities.
• Possess the ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions.