Assistant Director of Transportation

Primary Purpose:

Assists the Director of Transportation with coordinating and overseeing the transportation department operations to ensure an efficient use of equipment, facilities, and personnel.  

Qualifications:

         Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S)endorsements

High school diploma or GED

First Aid / CPR Certificate

TEA School Bus Certification

CPI Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

              Class A CDL with P&S Endorsement or willing to obtain

              TEEX School Bus Driver Instructor Certification or willing to obtain

              TASBT Master School Bus Technician certification or willing to obtain

             Routing software certification or willing to obtain

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Must be 21 years of age

Knowledge of applicable district policies and procedures

Knowledge in student management technique, including special needs students

Ability to operate, maintain, and drive commercial motor vehicles, including school bus

Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam, related to the requirements of the position

Ability to complete TEA required bus driver safety certification Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Ability to manage personnel matters

Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing

Ability to use computer software effectively 

Ability to respond after hours when needed

Experience:

One (1) � three (3) years experience in student transportation, preferably with public school districts.  Prior supervisory experience preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Assists the Director of Transportation in managing the daily operations and personnel of the transportation department including overseeing fleet maintenance, training, student management, routing, regulatory compliance and supervising staff.
2. Develops and presents material for various meetings to include transportation staff meetings, district staff meetings and Board of Trustee meetings.  
3. Investigates accidents/incidents and conduct or recommend follow-up training as needed.
4. Responds to student management issues on buses as needed. 
5. Reviews and analyzes reports and routes to determine efficiencies in routing; including expansions and/or consolidation of routes and providing updated descriptions of bus routes and riders to drivers and campuses as needed.  
6. Maintains a roster of students for reporting purposes and eligibility requirements.  
7. Assist with managing the upkeep, repair schedules, and replacement plans for vehicles, ensuring equipment is properly insured and maintained. 
8. Periodically drives bus route (or assists) to determine status and condition of route; serves as a substitute bus driver or bus monitor as needed.
9. Evaluates, coaches, mentors, and counsels staff as needed.   
10. Ensures staff is following established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties.
11. Corrects & reports unsafe conditions in work area to Director.
12. Works irregular hours and responds to after-hours calls as needed.
13. Participates in inclement weather decision making process.   
14. Attends all required training as directed.  
15. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.  

Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, 208 E. Brier St. Burnet, TX 78611; 512-756-2124.