What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Fleet position at Family & Children's Services?
The Fleet Manager will be the centralized point of contact for all day-to-day operations of agency vehicles and will oversee the vehicle inventory, ongoing vehicle maintenance, safety and driver training, and compliance with relevant federal and state regulations. This role is crucial in optimizing fleet performance and efficiency, minimizing costs, and ensuring the safe and reliable transportation of F&CS staff and clients. The Fleet Manager will drive the use of new technology, particularly fleet management/vehicle inventory software and surveillance systems for vehicle tracking and safety.
The Fleet Manager's core duties are as follows:
Fleet Maintenance and Repairs
- Fleet Technology and Software
- Vehicle Inventory, Acquisition, Replacement and Disposal
- Compliance, Regulatory Affairs, and Policies and Procedures
- Fleet Budgeting and Cost Control
- Driver Management, Scheduling, Training, and Change Management
- Fleet Tracking and Surveillance
- Fleet Data Collection, Analysis, and Reporting
- Forecasting and Planning Fleet Needs
- Vendor and Supplier Management
- Environmental and Safety Initiatives
Qualifications:
Must be a high school graduate or have HS equivalent; Bachelor's degree in business administration, logistics, or a related field (or equivalent experience) preferred.
- Strong in-depth knowledge of fleet operations, processes, vehicle maintenance, industry best practices, and compliance with transportation regulations.
- Familiarity with fleet surveillance systems, such as GPS tracking and dashboard camera systems.
- Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting using software tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar, with an ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
- Problem-solving abilities and the capacity to handle emergencies or unexpected situations.
- Knowledge of environmental and safety practices related to fleet management.
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
Must possess a valid Driver License and satisfactory driving record and use personal automobile to travel to locations other than primary office. Proof of automobile insurance required.
Must possess a valid Driver License and satisfactory driving record to use agency automobile to travel to locations other than primary office and/or for the transportation of clients.
This job is classified as a "safety-sensitive" position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Due to the "safety-sensitive" classification, an employee in this position would be subject to drug and alcohol testing, including random testing. Marijuana is one of the substances included in the drug panel screening. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not excuse you from the testing process or the consequences of testing positive for marijuana per the Family & Children's Services Drug Free Workplace Policy, including possible revocation of a job offer or dismissal from employment.
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