Director of Transportation

Munis Code: 7464 Organize, plan, direct, and implement operations and activities involved in student transportation to assure safe and effective transportation for students. This position is responsible for the following: The overall operation of pupil transportation Supervising the work schedules of the bus mechanics, bus drivers and other direct reports. Seeking approval on all major purchases for pupil transportation. All school bus routes and time schedules for each supervision of all regular and substitute bus driver training. Informing all bus drivers of all KRS regulations that relate to pupil transportation. Recruiting, training, evaluating and recommending to the Superintendent all bus drivers, substitute bus drivers, and mechanics. Investigating all bus accidents and recommending to the driver what procedure should be followed. Accident reports to the insurance company. Responsible for completing all records required by the State Department of Education. Responsible for recommending to the Superintendent the proper insurance coverage on all buses. Informing the principals of rules and regulations for students riding school buses. Investigating and making recommendations to the Superintendent on road conditions during adverse weather. Maintain a cumulative record on each classified employee in the Division of Transportation. All classified work schedules, time sheets, sick leave and vacation days of direct reports. In service training for mechanics and bus drivers. Assist in writing bid specifications for transportation equipment and supplies. Maintain a transportation training program on file in the Superintendent's Office. Responsible for determining routes, stops and time schedules for routs in cooperation with school principals. Having knowledge of all state and local policies and regulations about the school bus transportation program Keeping all written records of all reported violations of laws, regulations, student or parent complaints on bus drivers and report and recommend to the Superintendent concerning these matters. Shall check bus routes and turn arounds regularly and upon request for adequacy and safety. Shall perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent. Requirements: This position is considered an administrative position. Will consider certified/classified candidates. Salary will be commensurate with education, certifications and years of experience. This is an 8 hour per day, 240 days per year position. Additional Requirements : Physical, TB risk assesment, state/national criminal background check, CAN check, and drug screen. Position to begin ASAP. To see our current salary schedule, please visit this link: https://www.henderson.kyschools.us/page/salaries To apply, go to www.henderson.kyschools.us, click on Employment to complete your online application. Henderson County Schools is an Equal Educational Opportunity Employer.

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