Transportation Manager

Transportation Manager Clay Bus Garage, Manchester, Kentucky Job Details Job ID: 5835458 Application Deadline: Jul 19, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Posted: Jul 15, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $28.38 to $36.13 Per Hour Job Description Organize, plan, direct and implement operations and activities involved in student transportation; communicate with parents, community representatives, local officials and the general public. Responsibilities Organize, plan, direct and implement operations and activities involved in student transportation to assure safe and effective transportation services. Plan and direct pre-service and in-service training of bus drivers in cooperation with staff development and safety/security units; provide leadership for development of vehicle safety program. Plan and approve transportation route and bus stop locations in cooperation with school principals and other school personnel. Interview driver applicants; recommend drivers for employment and dismissal. Train, assign, direct, review and evaluate work of assigned employees. Inspect and diagnose mechanical defects in machines and equipment. Communicate with parents, community representatives, local officials and the general public; coordinate communications and information and promote positive relationships. Receive and resolve issues, concerns and complaints concerning student transportation services; direct to appropriate personnel and monitor resolution. Assist with budget preparation as required; monitor and control budget according to established guidelines. Prepare required reports and assure the preparation and maintenance of department records; prepare and deliver oral reports as required. Perform related duties as assigned. Knowledge and Abilities Laws, rules, regulations and guidelines governing student transportation. Policies and procedures concerning time lines and routing of buses. Streets and distances involved in routing buses. Requirements of a variety of training programs. Principles and practices of supervision and training. Oral and written communication skills. Basic methods involving budget monitoring and control. Abilities Plan and direct training programs. Plan and approve transportation routes and bus stops. Assure department meets legal requirements concerning student transportation. Maintain current knowledge of program rules, regulations, requirements and restrictions. Train, supervise and evaluate personnel. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. Communicate effectively with those contacted in the course of work within and outside the District. Coordinate and disseminate information. Prepare and deliver oral presentations. Education and Experience Must have a four-year college degree. Licenses and Other Requirements Valid Kentucky driver's license. Commercial Driver’s License preferred. Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required. #J-18808-Ljbffr