Assistant Director of Transportation

Assistant Director of TransportationTo assist the director in managing the transportation and vehicle maintenance program of all district-owned vehicles, providing for the safe and efficient operation of the transportation department, and coordination of route services.Bachelor's degree preferred Texas Association for Pupil Transportation (TAPT) Official or Administrator Certification preferredWorking knowledge of pupil transportation principles Ability to manage personnel Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Applicable computer skills (experience with TransFinder preferred) Class-B (or higher) CDL with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements (or ability to obtain) Texas School Bus Driver Certification (or ability to obtain) Ability to pass annual Texas School Bus Driver physical examThree years supervisory/leadership experience in pupil transportation Prior experience as a school bus driver Such alternative to the above as the Board may find appropriateEnsure that transportation operations are aligned with and supportive of the District's educational mission and goals.Contribute to the recommendation of sound policies directed toward program improvement.Oversee professional development program for department staff to ensure compliance with minimum program requirements and focus on continual growth.Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness and promote continued growth and improvement for employeesMake sound recommendations relative to personnel placement, transfer, retention, and dismissal.Assist in the management of the district's transportation and vehicle maintenance programs.Ensure that programs are cost effective, and funds are managed prudently.Compile cost estimates based upon documented program needs and assist with budgets.Implement the policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and the local Board policy for transportation.Compile and maintain data necessary for reports required for program assessment and compliance. Prepare and submit reports as required.Maintain safety standards that conform to state, federal, and insurance regulations and develop a program of preventive safety.Assist in the oversight and administration of the federal DOT drug and alcohol testing program for commercial drivers.Demonstrate support for the district's student management policies for expected student behavior related to transportation programs.Accurate and consistent use of TCP and Frontline.Frequent districtwide travel