Transportation Director jobs in Mesa, AZ

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)

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2024 - 2025 Director of Transportation
  • Fountain Hills Unified School District
  • Fountain, AZ FULL_TIME
  • JOB GOAL: Administer and manage all components that make up a safe, efficient and effective pupil transportation program for the District in such a way as to provide the best possible services with the financial and technical resources available.


    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES shall include, but not be limited to the following:


    GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Develop, implement, and administer programs and activities necessary to meet the District's standards for the efficient operation of all student transportation and related support services
    • Develop, implement, and provide ongoing review of safety standards conforming to state, federal, and board-mandated guidelines.
    • Direct and coordinate, through subordinate transportation leaders, all departmental activities
    • Oversee the recruitment, selection, training, and evaluation of all management staff, drivers, aides, and maintenance personnel.
    • Develop and control budget allocations that pertain to management staff, supplies, fuel, equipment replacement, drivers, and aides.
    • Prepares requisitions for all transportation supplies and trains the Warehouse Specialist on how to complete and submit requisitions
    • Direct recording of expenses and analysis of purchase and repair costs to control expenditures.
    • Analyze costs and recommend cost control measures
    • Develop recommendations for future capital and personnel needs based on current transportation usage by students, grade levels, and attendance boundaries
    • Analyze proposed schedules, initiate preparation and distribution of proposed trip schedule changes, and submit analyses of data and rescheduling recommendations to administration
    • Ensure all school buses and rolling fleet and equipment are maintained per Arizona State School Bus Standards as defined by the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act
    • Provide appropriate and timely communications with all direct reports, school administrators, students, and parents
    • Manage processes that investigate all requests and complaints concerning pupil transportation services and provide appropriate resolutions within areas of control and responsibility
    • Ensure student discipline problems are coordinated with school administrators
    • Develop and manage processes that maximize departmental efficiency, reduce costs where appropriate, and maintain overall safety standards as established by the board
    • Remain current on all changes in state, federal, or county laws, transportation regulations, and requirements that impact the District
    • Administer and oversee all consultant and/or subcontract work ensuring conformance to District and manufacturer's specifications regarding transportation
    • Establish and maintain good rapport with students, employees, community members, and vendors.
    • Other job-related duties as assigned.
    • Inspects all aspects of District transportation services to ensure that transportation activities are completed efficiently, and within regulatory requirements
    • Directs the preparation and update of bus routes and schedules for all District schools
    • Complies with all requirements mandated by Governing Board Policies, State laws, and Federal regulations regarding school transportation
    • Investigates and completes appropriate reports related to accidents involving district vehicles
    • Assigns and supervises the work of transportation/shop employees
    • Coordinates schedules for all employees in the department
    • Facilitates and /or participates in meetings and workshops, etc. to identify issues, develop recommendations, support other staff, and serve as a District representative
    • Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. bid specifications, correspondence, memos, reports, policy/procedures, budget, etc.) to document activities, provide written reference, and/or convey information
    • Responds to emergencies during and after standard hours to resolve immediate safety concerns
    • Collaborates with internal and external personnel to implement and/or maintain services and programs
    • Research new equipment/vehicles, laws, regulations, etc. to recommend purchases, contracts, and proper maintenance of district-wide services
    • Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
    • Supervise receiving and checking of all incoming equipment and supplies
    • Plan, schedule, and supervise regular and special transportation services and co-curricular activities

    QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.


    Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills

    High School Diploma or equivalent required

    Obtain and maintain a valid State of Arizona Commercial Driver’s License w/ passenger and school bus endorsements

    Obtain and maintain a valid (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card required

    Preferred DPS Behind the Wheel Certificate

    Preferred DPS Classroom Training Certificate

    Preferred DPS Physical Performance Test Certificate

    Experience in a management position working with a large staff and budget

    Strong leadership, communication, time management, and problem-solving skills.

    Five to seven years of experience in commercial and/or public school transportation

    Principles and practices of budgeting and fiscal management

    Principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis

    Managing, supervising, evaluating, and motivating staff

    Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations, and standards

    Public speaking

    Physical Demands

    The physical demands described here 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 essential functions.


    While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, bend, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, and stoop or kneel. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.


    WORK ENVIRONMENT

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

    Work is routinely performed in an indoor, warehouse environment and may require some work in the field with moderate exposure to travel.

    The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

  • 1 Month Ago

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Transportation
  • GENESIS TRANSPORTATION INC
  • Maricopa, AZ FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary Owner Operator Dry Van and Power Only $2,000 - $4,500 gross total weekly avg. pay. Paid weekly. 86% of load 2,000 - 3,500 avg. miles per week Line Haul, LTL No Driver Load / Unload Home Ti...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Transportation
  • GENESIS TRANSPORTATION INC
  • Apache Junction, AZ FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary Owner Operator Dry Van and Power Only $2,000 - $4,500 gross total weekly avg. pay. Paid weekly. 86% of load 2,000 - 3,500 avg. miles per week Line Haul, LTL No Driver Load / Unload Home Ti...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Transportation Planner, Department of Transportation
  • GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY
  • Sacaton, AZ FULL_TIME
  • The Transportation Planner is responsible for planning, developing, and coordinating transportation planning activities and maintaining a comprehensive transportation plan to serve the Gila River Indi...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Transportation Assistant
  • Casa Grande Elementary School District 4
  • Casa Grande, AZ FULL_TIME
  • The job of Transportation Assistant is done for the purpose of assisting students during transport to and from school and/or special activities; and ensuring the saftey and sanitation of assigned vehi...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Transportation in az
  • Wyndy.com, Inc.
  • Chandler, AZ FULL_TIME
  • School transportation in Chandler, AZ. Seeking reliable individuals for transportation services. Must have valid driver's license and clean driving record. Responsible for safely transporting students...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Delivery Driver | Sandwich Maker - Fast Food
  • Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches
  • Tempe, AZ
  • Delivery Drivers / Sandwich Makers We are not your everyday fast food franchisee. We care! We are a freaky F.A.S.S.T. Ji...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Part-Time Drivers ¡Unete a nuestro equipo!
  • Safe Drive Services
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Job Description Job Description Conductores (Phoenix, Tempe, Scottsdale, Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Glendale - Arizona) Se...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Business Process Director Distribution & Transportation
  • Spectrum Brands
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • **Business Process Director Distribution & Transportation** Job Title Business Process Director Distribution & Transport...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Transportation Dispatcher
  • Edkey
  • Mesa, AZ
  • DEPARTMENT: TransportationFLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt Reports To: Director of Transportation POSITION OVERVIEW About the Pos...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Manager - Freight Forwarding
  • Total Quality Logistics
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • About the role: As a new Sales Manager for TQL Global, will be leading a mid-to-large team of highly motivated sales peo...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Driver
  • Atria Senior Living
  • Chandler, AZ
  • Responsibilities Responsible for providing safe, courteous transportation service and serve as support staff for the Eng...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Entry Level Field Organizer
  • CADC, LLC
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Job Description Job Description Organizer– CADC, LLC CADC, LLC is seeking qualified, highly motivated individuals to fil...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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School Bus Driver
  • Glendale Elementary School District
  • Glendale, AZ
  • Job Description Job Description To view this full description and apply online, please click the following link: https:/...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Mesa (/ˈmeɪsə/ MAY-sə) is a city in Maricopa County, in the U.S. state of Arizona. It is a suburb located about 20 miles (32 km) east of Phoenix in the East Valley section of the Phoenix Metropolitan Area. It is bordered by Tempe on the west, the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community on the north, Chandler and Gilbert on the south along with Queen Creek, and Apache Junction on the east. Mesa is the largest suburban city by population in the United States, the third-largest city in Arizona after Phoenix and Tucson, and the 36th-largest city overall in the US. The city is home to 496,401 pe...
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Income Estimation for Transportation Director jobs
$158,826 to $209,454
Mesa, Arizona area prices
were up 2.2% from a year ago

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