Transportation Director jobs in Modesto, CA

Job Description:

Under general direction of the Director of Facilities Operations and Safety Services, plans, manages, organizes, supervises, and evaluates the transportation services of the District; assures compliance with time schedules, and applicable laws, code rules and regulations; supervises, evaluates and trains assigned staff; assures proper maintenance, repair and use of buses, vans and other district vehicles; performs other related work as directed.

Typical Duties:

• Responsible for leading the transportation department in all aspects including, but not limited to, the culture and climate of the department, as well as, setting, monitoring and achieving performance goals

• Plans, organizes, schedules and directs the District’s transportation program including regular home-to-school, special education home-to school, field trips, extra-curricular, and other vehicle usage needs

• Analyses and develops bus routes to minimize costs while meeting student transportation requirements

• Collaborates with school administrators, district staff, law enforcement, parents and program coordinators to meet diverse needs and resolve student transportation matters

• Communicates with principals, other district personnel and departments to provide technical assistance, coordinates activities and resolves issues, concerns or questions regarding transportation

• Responsible for managing all required inspections and reporting functions including, but not limited to, CHP motor carrier inspections, government fleet smog check program

• Assigns work, overtime, field trips, athletic events, and special events to drivers in accordance with established guidelines; coordinates time off for staff and arranges for substitutes as necessary

• Develops, implements and supervises short and long range preventative maintenance programs; repairs and services of district buses, vehicles and shop equipment

• Provides orientation and conducts a variety of training sessions for bus drivers including, but not limited to, behind-the-wheel, recertification, after accident, proper work procedures, district policies, and safety training

• Trains and evaluates the performance of assigned staff; coordinates with human resources to interview and select employees; investigates and effectively resolves employee conduct problems; and makes recommendation for employee discipline and termination

• Analyzes, modifies and modernizes work methods and procedures to increase efficiency and cost effectiveness

• Directs, advises, oversees outside bus contractors regarding student transportation, state requirements compliance for driver licensing, vehicle certification, and contractual obligations

• Responds to accidents or incidents involving district vehicles and participates in investigations

• Continuously surveys the transportation program for safety, service and costs; makes recommendations for improvements, needed vehicles, equipment, materials, and supplies; directs the requisition and assures proper receipt of ordered materials and equipment

• Consults with school personnel, law enforcement personnel, parents and the public on matters related to vehicle safety, student safety, and discipline

• Coordinates with California Highway Patrol (CHP) and State Department of Education to complete and submit needed documentation regarding driver qualifications

• Responds to and investigates complaints regarding district vehicles and student transportation; and implements a plan of action to efficiently resolve issues

• Responds to bus or vehicle breakdowns and emergencies, including after hours

• Prepares and maintains a variety of department records and reports

• Anticipates and prevents operational problems detrimental to the operation of the District.

• Monitors and evaluates the quality of work and service performed by district and contract personnel related to transportation

• Evaluates regulations and develops operation procedures, standards and programs to ensure safety compliance of transportation inspection and operations; administers an ongoing safety program.

• Collaborates with and supports administration in the achievement of department, program and district goals

• Drives a school bus over assigned routes in emergency situations or in absence of regular drivers

• Assumes responsibility for own professional growth and development, keeping current with transportation and vehicle code, new research findings and improved techniques; and for attending appropriate professional meetings • Performs related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• High school graduation or G.E.D. equivalent

• 5 years of increasingly responsible experience in a student transportation operation including experience driving a school bus

• Supervisorial Experience Preferred • California School Bus Driver Trainer certification

• Valid California Class B Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger Endorsement • Valid California Special Driver Certificate with “S” School Bus Endorsement

• Valid Medical Card

• Valid First Aid certification

• Criminal justice fingerprint clearance

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $68,432.00 - $86,964.00 per year

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Relocate:

• Ripon, CA 95366: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person