Transportation Coordinator

Grade 127- New hire placement range: $82,241.00 to $93,990.00, depending on experience.

Provides unified leadership for all transportation functions, including student routing, dispatching, fleet maintenance, and staff supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Team Leadership and Supervision

• Provides leadership for all aspects of staff supervision including selection of new team members, performance evaluations and employee discipline.
• Direct and lead all transportation staff, including the Routing Specialist, Dispatcher, Bus Drivers, Bus Attendants and Mechanics.
• Coordinate and oversee training for drivers and assistants to ensure they maintain required licensing and certifications.
• Promote and maintain professional working relationships with both staff and external vendors.
• Provide unified leadership for all transportation functions to ensure a cohesive department.

Fleet & Operations Management

• Oversee the mechanical shop to ensure the school bus fleet and district vehicles are maintained for safe and efficient operations.
• Manage student transportation routing and dispatching to ensure safe and timely arrival for all daily routes.
• Maintain rigorous vehicle safety inspection schedules and all associated documentation.
• Apply mathematical concepts, such as fractions and percentages, to manage technical data and fleet logistics.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all transportation operations comply strictly with DOT regulations and state requirements.
• Demonstrate and apply knowledge of State and Federal Rules regarding student transportation and the rights of students with disabilities.
• Maintain detailed knowledge of district roadways and emergency facilities to ensure student safety.
• Ability to handle data input.

Administrative & Strategic Planning

• Utilize analytical thinking and planning ahead to solve practical problems with limited standardization.
• Develop technical writing for reports and correspondence to communicate department needs effectively.
• Present information clearly and effectively to families/guardians and district stakeholders.
• Uphold the district's mission of excellence while performing as a member of the "Phoenix #1 family."

Auxiliary Responsibilities

• Maintains operational flexibility to address emerging needs and performs other related professional duties as assigned to ensure uninterrupted District services and operational excellence.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5 years’ experience as a certified school bus driver
• Supervisory or personnel management experience
• Valid class B CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
• DPS Classroom and Behind the Wheel Trainer certificates

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• College course work
• Training in administration or management
• Training in professional communication

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• State and Federal Rules, Regulations, and Guidelines relative to student transportation; rights of students with disabilities and parent rights; and detailed knowledge of district roadways and emergency facilities.

Skilled in:

• Technical writing for reports and correspondence; application of mathematical concepts (fractions, percentages, ratios); and effective presentation of information to the public.

Ability to:

• Solve practical problems with limited standardization; interpret instructions in various forms (written, oral, diagram); and promote harmonious working relationships with staff and vendors.

Core Competencies:

This position requires a valid Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.