Director of Transportation

Job description

Regional School Unit No. 57

Office of the Superintendent

Waterboro, ME 04087

TRANSPORTATION DIRECTOR

Regional School Unit No. 57 seeks a motivated and dynamic leader to serve as the Transportation Director. The selected candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing all of the transportation activities for RSU #57.

Reports to

Director of Finance & Operations

Overview

The Transportation Director provides a leadership role in identifying, assessing and managing the RSU's transportation needs. This position is directly responsible for coordinating, supervising, facilitating and ensuring the completion of all tasks necessary for the smooth and efficient operation of all school district transportation. The Transportation Director's responsibilities also include the oversight of maintenance of all District owned vehicles.

Qualifications

CDL license with a pupil endorsement (or ability to obtain this certification)

Prior management and leadership experience is preferred

Ability to manage and supervise a large staff of employees

Proven experience to multitask and work well under stressful conditions

Prior experience with transportation routing software in a child transportation environment is preferred

Ability to work a flexible work schedule based upon the needs of the position

Excellent written and oral communication skills in order to communicate with administrators, staff, students and families

Have experience in applying fair and consistent application of policies and procedures

Thorough knowledge of bus operations and logistics

Responsibilities

Establish and implement a district wide vision as well as department goals for the effective and efficient transportation of RSU #57 students

Prepare, implement and manage the transportation department budget

Manage a talented staff of professionals

Prepare and implement efficient and effective routes for the transportation of students

Oversee the maintenance of a large fleet of district owned vehicles in order to ensure the fleet is maintained in a safe and fiscally prudent manner

Provide effective communication with administration, staff, students and families

Coordinate and manage the oversight of student discipline matters on district owned vehicles

Prepare federal and state reports as required by the appropriate oversight agency

Ensure compliance with all federal and state laws as well as RSU #57 policies and procedures

Facilitate the purchase of vehicles as approved by the Director of Finance and Operations

Oversee various transportation contracts as well as the purchasing of fuel, supplies and services

All other duties as assigned by the Director of Finance & Operations.

Salary Range

$70,000 $90,000 annually

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the School Board's policy on evaluation.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform

Equal Opportunity Employer

RSU 57 is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics, in compliance with state and federal laws.

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Worksite address

waterboro, ME, 04087, US

Who can apply

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