Looking for Transportation Operations Manager for Sisters School District Full Time

Posting Date: October 31, 2022

Position Description:

The position of Transportation Operations Manager over-sees the day-today operations of the Transportation Department under the oversight and support of the Operations Director.

Essential Job Tasks to be Performed:

Essential duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned.

• Extensive knowledge of school bus operations including routing/dispatch, scheduling, driver selection, driver training and certification
• Background in motor vehicle laws, Oregon Minimum Standards for School Buses and

School Bus Drivers, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, safety procedures, vehicle specifications, and vehicle maintenance and repair.

• Develop and foster effective collaboration and communication within the Transportation

Department while holding employees to a high standard of conduct and performance in a fair and impartial manner.

• Apply professional knowledge to technical problems such as planning, personnel assignments, equipment assignments, proper documentation and apply sound managerial techniques to reconcile employees’ needs with the department’s
• Monitor the management, development and revision of school bus routes, bus stops, walk zones and map upgrading. Supervises the management and development of district school bus routes for all special education
• Performs training and instruction, including written and group presentations, scenario applications, data generation, and schedule configurations for school bus drivers and school district staff driving district vehicles. Ensuring that training materials are current, professional, and meeting quality control levels and legal requirements.
• Trains district staff on Type 10 and Type 20 driving. Coordinates a variety of duties related to the efficient dispatching of district transportation vehicles and personnel.
• Assists Mechanic to ensure equipment is functioning, secure, and maintained through the routine inspections and training conducted. Completes periodic inspection of school buses for cleanliness and service readiness and informs supervisor of findings.
• Assists when necessary in collision investigations, hazardous walk zones, safe routes to school, and safe school stop locations.
• Coordinates dispatch coverage with office personnel.
• Assists office personnel with responses to technical questions regarding route efficiency, structure, and design, utilization of routing software, and work prioritization in conjunction with the Director of Operations.
• Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Education/Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work with employees from diverse backgrounds, ability to maintain confidentiality, problem-solve and make responsible decisions.
• Language Skills: Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing.
• Ability to operate a computer, including proficiency of internet, MS Excel, Word, and Google.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Management experience in transportation field.
• Management experience in general management or administration.
• Valid Oregon Driver’s License and CDL (or ability to obtain one).
• Two or more years of experience in the operation of a school bus.
• Two or more years training bus, type 10 and 20 drivers.
• One year of transportation dispatching and/or routing. Experience in organizing and assigning resources (such as data, equipment, and people).
• Experience using transportation specific and specialty software tools to support positions responsibilities.
• Successful completion of fingerprint
• Possession of a valid Class B Oregon Commercial Driver License with applicable endorsements for school bus driving.
• Possession of an Oregon School Bus Trainer certification for instructors (Behind the Wheel Training Certificate, Core Instructor and Third-Party Tester examination, students with special needs training).

Physical Requirements:

• Constant talking, hearing, and sitting for prolonged periods in a confined area. Frequent reaching, handling, and finger movements. Mobility to work in typical office setting and use standard office equipment.
• Vision: Frequent near and far acuity. Vision to read printed materials and computer screen or other monitoring devices.
• Strength: Generally sedentary/light. Exerting up to 15 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
• For bus driving duties: Medium/heavy – Exert force 50-75 lbs. occasionally, and/or 20 to 35 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. May involve significant stand/walk/carry/push/pull.
• Ascend and descend steps with a maximum step height of 17 ½ inches. Operate two hand controls simultaneously and quickly. Have a reaction time of ¾ of a second or less from the throttle to the brake control. Carry or drag 125-pound person 30 feet in 30 seconds or less. Depress a brake pedal with the foot to a pressure of at least 90 pounds. Exit from an emergency door opening of 24 x 48 inches at least 42 inches from the ground in ten seconds or less.

NOTE: Safety Sensitive job class. Employees in this job classification will be subject to random selection

for mandatory alcohol/controlled substance testing.

Terms of Employment:

Start Date: As soon as available – 260-day contract, pro-rated for the remainder of the 2022-2023 school year.

Salary: $75,000.00 – $80,000.00 annually, depending upon education and experience.

Excellent benefits package with vacation, holidays, and Employer-paid PERS.

Submission Details:

Submit your Talented Recruit & Hire Application, Cover Letter, Resume, Transcripts and Three letters of recommendation on Talented Recruit and Hire @ https://sisters.cloud.talentedk12.com/hire/index.aspx (Link on webpage)

Contact: the HR Department for any questions regarding this position @ 541 549-8521 #5021.

Sisters School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

• Position Type:Not provided
• Positions Available:1

Job Categories :Administrator > Director/Coordinator/Manager
Administrator > Transportation
Job Requirements

• No experience required

Contact Information

• Shirleen Cundiff , HR
• 525 East Cascade Ave
• Sisters,Oregon 97759

• Phone: 541-549-8521 x. 4008
• Email: click here