Assistant Director of Transportation

Position Type:
Transportation Administration/Assistant Director of Transportation

Date Posted:
5/10/2024

Location:
Transportation Service Center

Closing Date:
05/24/2024 Position Purpose
Assists the Director with planning, directing, or coordinating the transportation operations within an organization or the activities of organizations that provide transportation services.

Essential Duties
Assists the Director in providing leadership for district programs and/or support services so as to enhance the effectiveness of schools, and thereby, the performance of students.
The Assistant Director of Transportation Services facilitates processes and engages in activities leading to:
•The development, implementation and evaluation of the pupil transportation program to meet requirements of district and building programmatic
needs and the extracurricular activities program according to Board of Education policies
•Application of state statutes, rules, and regulations related to transportation services and recommendation of changes in Board of Education policies
as these mandates are added or modified
•Development and management of recruiting and retention goals and processes
•Provides direction and manages the recruitment of School Bus Drivers and Paraprofessionals including development of procedures that support
district goals and all Federal and State laws and guidelines
•Development of training procedures and continued improvement plans to insure compliance with all applicable regulations
•Coordination and communication of safety and emergency procedures and preparedness to transportation staff and school personnel
•Database management and maintenance of the district map informationin Infinite Campus for district enrollment analysis and boundaryplanning
•Direction of the preventive maintenance program for all district vehicles
•Prompt and thorough investigation of all accidents involving property damage to district vehicles and/or personal injury
•Engagement of building administrations in problem solving issues related to student transportation, student behavior, vehicle routing and parking
•Provision of a school bus safety training program to ensure appropriate student behavior on school buses and school activities requiring transportation
on school buses
•Preparation, implementation and monitoring of the department budget to provide continued economical, efficient, and reliable transportation programs
to customers
•Preparation and submission of all local, state and federal reports related to student transportation as per requirements
•Updating of and adherence to Board of Education policies, department procedures and guidelines and other procedures as may be established by
district administration
•Assist with the management of the Transportation Department by compiling reports, maintaining department records and files, developing statistics for
analysis and assisting with interviewing and evaluating potential employees
•Assist dispatch by assigning Drivers to routes and field trips and coverage of dispatch duties when assigned/required
•Assist with the supervision of Bus Drivers, Substitute Drivers, Paraprofessionals and other office staff by assisting with evaluations and responding to
problems and complaints
•Assist with departmental training for special needs and safety by planning training
•Assist with the preparation of routes for bid by coordinating Bus Drivers and Paraprofessionals coverage, evaluating times for each route, calculating
weekly time match-up of Paraprofessional and Driver to best meet needs of students and coordinating any special assignments which would coincide
with routes
•Assist the Director of Transportation and Fleet Service Manager with the investigation of all accidents involving District vehicles by following District
and departmental policies and procedures. Respond to accident sites when needed
•Develop and maintain processes supporting bus rider identification (ID) software interface and parent mobile applications. Act as primary point of
contact and customer relations for all parties, including service providers related to bus rider identification cards for initial card issue, card replacement
and school support of systems
•Provide direct assistance to the Director of Transportation in the areas of Project Management and special project support including system
implementation, process and form creation and documentation control. Assist with the management of the Transportation Department by compiling
reports, maintaining department records and files, developing statistics for analysis and assisting with interviewing and evaluating potential employees
•Assist Routers in developing bus routes for regular and special education students by preparing directions, maps and any information needed to best
assist Drivers and Paraprofessionals in meeting needs of transporting students; working with Drivers and city/county to verify road conditions; and
having new routes driven prior to implementation. Coordinate transportation for students attending out-of-district schools or special programs or
activities Supervises and evaluates staff to promote their personal growth as well as to improve the effectiveness of district programs and services to
schools and students
The Assistant Director of Transportation Services facilitates processes and engages in activities leading to:
•Provision of appropriate professional growth opportunities and training programs for personnel related to their job responsibilities and/or changes in
policy or procedures
•Full implementation of all Littleton Public Schools procedures and guidelines for evaluation of staff, including completion of annual performance
evaluations for all staff supervised by the director
•Ongoing and timely feedback to employees on the performance on their job responsibilities enabling them to improve as necessary
•Collection and analysis by staff members of feedback and other information regarding the impact and effectiveness of their job performance, including
the degree to which transportation services are meeting customer needs that shapes professional growth goals and plans demonstrates the personal
and professional growth necessary for continuous improvement of district programs and services
•Maintenance of up-to-date knowledge and skills related to practices and trends in the transportation services area
•The collection and analysis of feedback and information related to effectiveness of performance of position responsibilities as the basis for professional
growth/improvement goals and activities
•Modeling for department staff of continued and purposeful professional learning related to position expectations; collaborates with other staff, parents
and community members to establish and achieve district goals and priorities
The Assistant Director of Transportation Services facilitates processes and engages in activities leading to:
•Involvement of all appropriate staff in the development, implementation and monitoring of plans to achieve district and departmental goals and plans
•A work environment that encourages individual creativity, new thinking and recognition for effort made
•Close cooperation with Human Resources Department in matters related to salary determination and working conditions for the Transportation
Department
•Ongoing, proactive and appropriate verbal and written communication with schools, program directors and community regarding student transportation
services; a relationship with building administrators, program directors, community patrons and staff of external agencies in which information is
constantly exchanged, ideas for improvement are explored and monitoring of systems is accomplished

Other Duties Performance of other duties that may be assigned by the Director of Transportation.

Education/Certification:
Bachelor's degree/Master's degree preferred

Experience:
Minimum of five years' experience in public schools administration and/or pupil transportation management, including planning, supervision and evaluation, application of information technology and leadership development
•Commitment to the education of students as the primary responsibility of the district
•Ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with district staff, members of the community and public agencies
•Effective oral and written communication skills with individuals and groups
•Commitment to efficient and effective use of resources; evidence of desire to apply creative initiative to shrinking financial resources
•Knowledge of current practices and trends in the transportation services areas
•Commitment to the application of technology in management of the department
•Evidence of continued professional training and growth

Minimum starting salary of $78,642 per year. Additional compensation will be considered for direct experience.
253 day contract starts July 1, 2024.

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