Transportation Manager

Job Title : Transportation Manager Agency : East Texas A&M University Department : Purchasing Proposed Minimum Salary : Commensurate Job Location : Commerce, Texas Job Type : Staff SUMMARY The Transportation Manager, under direction, manages the Transportation Services department, which includes bus/fleet management, maintenance, routing, and scheduling of special services. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Provides and maintains a high level of customer service that is emphasized at all levels. Completes administrative requirements in a timely manner. Manages daily operations, supervises assigned staff and prepares driver’s schedule, oversees performance and responsibilities to ensure success. Assist clients in scheduling events. Communicates and meets with guests in advance of event or travel and assist in determining specific needs. Manages all aspects of university fleet including but not limited to; special event travel, fleet reservations, shuttle program, documentation of fleet preventative maintenance and fleet accident information. Ensures that vehicle data is accurate and that vehicle fleet is in compliance with relevant laws and regulations by overseeing administration of titles, registration, state reports, service accounts, billing, fleet inventory, mileage reports, and route statistics. Monitors and verifies that drivers are following appropriate safety procedures for transporting occupants and ensures equipment and people adhere to DOT rules and regulations. Performs Motor Vehicle Checks as needed and maintains a list of approved drivers for university vehicles. Drives university transportation vehicles as needed while following all rules and regulations. Assists in developing and implementing goals, objectives, operational policies and procedures for the Transportation unit. Investigates complaints and resolves problems. May represent department to internal staff, students or faculty and coordinate activities or handle correspondence, records, files or reports regarding support for any university travel needs. This position must be available outside of the normal work hours to monitor and assist the shuttle program. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Five (5) years related experience. Knowledge and understanding of federal and state laws regulating bus and van use. Strong verbal and written communication skills and effective communication with customers. Excellent computer and technical skills. Ability to: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Licensing/Professional Certifications: Valid driver’s license. Physical Requirements: able to lift 25 pounds or more. SUPERVISION OF OTHERS Supervises bus drivers and all other employees in the transportation unit. COMPETITIVE BENEFITS & WORK-LIFE BALANCE Employee tuition assistance for master’s and doctoral programs. Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance. ETAMU contributes to employee health and basic life insurance premiums. 12-15 days of annual paid holidays, plus up to eight hours of paid sick leave and vacation each month. Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), with optional additional retirement plans (ORP). Physical wellness program and wellness release time for eligible employees. CAREER GROWTH & DEVELOPMENT Access to cutting‑edge research opportunities at a designated R2 Research Institution. ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE ETAMU is ranked among the top 30% in five online degree programs and offers nationally recognized academic programs. Over 140 degree programs, including nationally ranked online and graduate options. First accredited institution to offer a competency-based bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Distance education offerings in Corsicana, Dallas, Frisco, McKinney, Mesquite, Bryan, and online. STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIES Work in advanced facilities such as the 113,470-square-foot Nursing and Health Sciences Building, featuring a state‑of‑the‑art simulation hospital and a 1,300-acre agricultural research farm. VIBRANT CAMPUS LIFE Engage with over 95 student organizations and 14 NCAA Division I athletic teams, contributing to a thriving campus community. PRIME LOCATION & GROWTH Enjoy the benefits of working in rapidly growing regions, with abundant career opportunities at six locations across Dallas and Northeast Texas. All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr