Director of Transportation

Base pay range

$77,022.00/yr - $91,969.00/yr

The Director of Transportation leads the transportation department ensuring safe, efficient, and cost‑effective services while managing route planning, staff supervision, compliance with regulations, and coordination of daily and special transportation needs. The ideal candidate must have knowledge of transportation equipment and vehicles to identify mechanical issues and communicate maintenance needs accurately. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to step into a leadership position.

If you meet the requirements and are eager to grow, we will provide the training and support you need to succeed.

• Minimum 1 year of management experience in ground transportation or related fields.
• Must have knowledge of transportation equipment, vehicles, and mechanical repair and maintenance.
• Must pass a background check, drug/alcohol screening, and records check.
• High School Diploma or GED.

• Valid CDL (Class
  
  B) or higher commercial license with passenger endorsement at time of hire.

• Establishes and determines bus driver routes and bus stops to increase safety, reduce costs, or better serve students and the district.
• Coordinates activity, co‑curricular, and other special routes and bus requests to provide after‑school and field trip transportation.
• Attends various meetings and trainings to address liability concerns and exchange information.
• Develops goals for the Transportation Department at the beginning of each school year to ensure standards are met and performance is maximized.
• Investigates weather and road conditions to assist administration in making decisions regarding school delays and/or closures.
• Prepares various documents to provide necessary information to state/federal agencies and appropriate district personnel.
• Schedules and presents programs and training on bus driving regulations, techniques, and student control procedures.
• Recommends new hires, promotions, terminations, and transfers to maintain adequate staffing and workforce productivity.
• Works effectively with vendors to obtain quotations, make purchases, and secure necessary items.
• Supervises assigned personnel to ensure departmental work goals are achieved.
• Collaborates with parents, school staff, and students on transportation‑related issues.

• Full‑time
• 240 Days/Year

$77,022-$91,969 for the first 6 months.

$81,939-$97,839 after the first 6 months.

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Director

Full‑time

Education and Administrative

Education