Fleet Administrator, Transportation

Days Per Year : 226 MIN: $70, 702 MID: $85,182 JOB TITLE : Transportation Administrator Transportation Department REPORTS TO : Director of Transportation Assistant Director of Transportation WAGE/HOUR STATUS : Exempt PAY GRADE : AM 3 PRIMARY PURPOSE : The Transportation Administrator is responsible for overseeing and leading the activities within the assigned area of the Transportation Department (Regular Education, Special Education, Operations, and Fleet Services). The Transportation Administrator must act with integrity, support organizational goals, demonstrate the ability to inspire, grow and motivate others and commit to championing the needs of the students, employees and overall District QUALIFICATIONS : Required : 60+ credit hours from an accredited college or university, or 5 years supervisory experience in lieu of education Class “B” CDL with P & S endorsements Current Texas School Bus Driver Certification Ability to pass DOT required drug and alcohol screenings Ability to pass Texas DPS school bus driver physical annually Acceptable driving records in accordance with requirements for Texas school bus drivers 5 years of pupil transportation experience or 3 years K-12 instructional administrative experience with duties related to transportation ASE Master Technician Certification (for administrator with fleet responsibilities) Preferred : TAPT Official Certification Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited College or University SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS : Ability to lead team members within assigned area of responsibility of the department Ability to direct and schedule personnel Efficient computer skills: MS Office Effective telephone, communication and interpersonal skills Ability to receive and give verbal instructions effectively Excellent time and project management skills Excellent documentation skills Strong conflict resolution skills Ability to recommend and enforce department and district procedures as related to pupil transportation Knowledge and understanding of all phases of student transportation Detail oriented Ability to read, write and comprehend English MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES : Make personnel duty assignments within designated area of departmental responsibility Screen, interview, and recommend for hire candidates for vacant positions within designated area of departmental responsibility Participate in departmental recruiting and orientation efforts Observe, coach, and evaluate assigned personnel Provide recommendations for department budget needs within area of department responsibility Receive and address customer service concerns within assigned area of departmental responsibility Model ethical standards for staff and community Maintain positive public relations with department staff, district staff, and community Approval authority for requests for time off Receive and process First Report of Injury for workplace injuries Administer the DOT drug and alcohol testing program Respond to school bus collisions as necessary Administrator with Fleet Responsibilities Assist Director in developing long-term goals and strategies for effective fleet maintenance, repair, cost-tracking, specifications, purchase, and retirement Directs and evaluates the preventive maintenance activities for district fleet Oversee all vehicle warranty claims and recall notices Oversee required compliance records for all district fleet Responsible for managing the district inventory for fleet, tools, parts, and supplies Evaluate conditions with respect to safety of the building, facility, and grounds and make recommendations for correction as necessary Chair the Transportation Accident Review Committee (TARC) Administrator with Regular Education Responsibilities Supervise the Transportation Supervisors with Regular Education Responsibilities Oversee the student management program and coordinate campus support Oversee Regular Education route service and monitor for compliance with laws and best p…

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