Transportation Operations Manager

Posting Details

Position Information


Fiscal Year
2026-2027


Position Title
Transportation Operations Manager


Classification Title
Staff Assistant


Department
Parking and Transportation Services


Posting Number
P260159


Posting Link




Employer
State


Bargaining Unit
08


Position Type
UUP Professional


Professional Appointment Term
Term


Salary Grade
SL2

Posting Detail Information


Position Summary


Join Parking and Transportation Services as a Transportation Operations Manager to play a vital role in supporting and maintaining the university's transportation services. This position provides technical and operational support to all University at Buffalo campuses by coordinating daily operations, monitoring service performance, customer service, and contributing to operational planning and continuous improvement initiatives to transport students, faculty and staff both on and off campus. By working collaboratively with transportation staff and campus partners, you will ensure safe, reliable, and efficient transit services via our Stampede buses and campus shuttles to create a positive experience and provide a crucial service to students, faculty, staff and the UB community.

Specifically, you will be responsible for:

• Coordinating safe and reliable transportation operations, and service implementation
• Supporting system performance, planning, and continuous improvement
• Partnering with internal and external stakeholders to ensure efficient operations
• Providing customer service support to create positive experiences with clients

As Transportation Operations Manager, you will:

• Coordinate daily operational readiness of transportation services, routes, and assets
• Monitor service performance and identify operational disruptions or inefficiencies
• Assist with smooth implementation of route changes, service adjustments, and pilot programs
• Support transportation operations during special events, construction, or service detours
• Maintain and update transportation-related systems or operational tools
• Support system testing, upgrades, and operational documentation
• Compile non-financial operational data for service analysis and performance tracking
• Participate in planning discussions related to service levels and operational reliability
• Document operational workflows and standard operating procedures
• Deliver exceptional customer service support and outreach
• Collaborate with drivers, supervisors, and campus partners on operational coordination
• Plan and execute event transportation coordination with all relevant parties

Parking and Transportation Services is committed to providing access to parking and transportation services that best serve the UB community. Our key services include providing inter- and intra-campus transportation (including parking shuttles), enforcing parking regulations and promoting more sustainable transportation options.

Learn more:

• Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and one (1) year of relevant experience; OR Associate's degree and three (3) years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated ability to collect, analyze, and interpret operational data to support decision-making and service improvements
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in dynamic, service-oriented environment
• Experience in a customer service setting
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, for data analysis, reporting, and operational tracking

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education, public transit, fleet operations, transportation software, logistics support or operational analytics

Our University Community

Prodig+
No


Executive Position
No


Physical Demands

Driving Requirements
Driving is not a required duty for this position. Employees who choose to operate university vehicles for business purposes must be enrolled in the LENS program to verify a valid Class D driver's license.


Salary Range
$53,000 - $57,000


Additional Salary Information

Job Type
Full-Time


Campus
North Campus


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Additional Information

Is a background check required for this posting?
No


Background Check Notification

Contact Information


Contact's Name
Nancy Kobielski


Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title
Associate Director, Business Services and Communications


Contact's Email
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Contact's Phone
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Posting Dates


Posted
07/16/2026


Deadline for Internal Applicants
07/30/2026


Deadline for External Applicants
08/14/2026


Date to be filled
08/27/2026

References


Number of References Required
1


Reference Cutoff Date

Instructions to Applicant