Transportation Director directs, develops, and implements overall operations of a transportation network including safety, compliance, equipment, and staff. Develops and directs operational policies and procedures to ensure safety and efficiency in all transportation activities. Being a Transportation Director monitors transportation costs, service level agreements, and performance metrics to identify and resolve problems and achieve efficiencies. Partners with internal and external stakeholders to forecast and meet capacity needs. Additionally, Transportation Director oversees the acquisition and oversight of transportation providers. Requires a bachelor's degree in logistics, transportation, supply chain management, or equivalent. Typically reports to top management. The Transportation Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Transportation Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Title: Director of Transportation
Department: Transportation
Pay Grade: Administrative/Professional 06
Primary Purpose:
Coordinate assignments and schedules of bus drivers, routes, and vehicles to ensure safe, efficient, and economical transportation services.
Education/Certification:
Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Experience:
3 years supervisory experience in transportation and fleet operations
Essential Job Functions:
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Bus Drivers, Bus Monitors, Dispatcher, Router, Supervisors and other Transportation Staff
Equipment Used:
Radio communication equipment, personal computer, transportation safety equipment, and intercom & radio system
Working Conditions:
The working conditions described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and expectations.
Mental Demands:
Maintain emotional control under stress
Work with frequent interruptions
Physical Demands:
Lifting (45 pounds and over)
Carrying (45 pounds and over)
Sitting
Standing
Bending/Stooping
Kneeling
Pushing/Pulling
Repetitive hand motions
Keyboarding/mouse
Speaking clearly
Hearing
Environmental Factors:
Work inside/outside
Work around machinery with moving parts
Exposure to electrical hazards
Exposure to temperature extremes
Exposure to humidity extremes
Exposure to biological hazards
Exposure to chemical hazards
Work on slippery surfaces
Work prolonged or irregular hours
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