Regional Transportation Manager - IDEA Austin (Immediate Opening)

Description Role Mission: The Regional Transport Manager (RTM) is responsible for the effective management of school bus transportation operations and performing performance reviews of a pre‑determined number of campus transportation managers. In this capacity, the RTM will administer the direction and control of all personnel, assets, and student riders assigned to regional transportation operations. Additionally, the RTM will perform staff selection, development, discipline, performance reviews, and/or terminations. The RTM will also ensure that campus transportation operations are managed in the most effective manner, including proactive management of maintenance vendors, their performance and cost to the department, and the planning and scheduling of school buses within the region to maximize vehicle utilization and capacity while minimizing non‑productive downtime and excessive overtime while complying with federal, state, and local regulatory entities. What We Offer Compensation Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $86,524 and $101,233, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on organizational performance and goal attainment. Other Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children. Some of the special benefits we offer at IDEA include: Paid Family Leave: Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on their tenure with the organization and caregiver designation. Tuition Reimbursement: Staff members may apply for up to 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability. Employer‑Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face‑to‑face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work‑life services available at no cost. Other benefits include dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, generous vacation time, referral bonuses and professional development. IDEA may offer a relocation allowance to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable. What You Bring -- Competencies Excellent communication skills both oral and written (Spanish Bilingual Strongly Preferred) Develop records management processes and policies Identify areas to increase efficiency and automation of processes Create and maintain automated data processes Identify, evaluate and implement external services and tools to support data validation Produce and track key performance indicators Develop and support reporting processes Monitor and audit data quality Liaise with internal and external clients to fully understand data content Design and carry out surveys and analyses survey data Create data dashboards, graphs and visualizations Strong work ethic with personal drive for success exemplifying “whatever it takes” attitude Ability to work with schedules and deadlines as required, in a timely manner Excellent organizational skills Strong financial analytical skills particularly in cost control Excellent Microsoft Outlook, Project, Excel, Word and Power Point skills Qualifications Education: BA #J-18808-Ljbffr IDEA Public Schools