Transportation Manager jobs in Olympia, WA

TUMWATER SCHOOL DISTRICT

Transportation Manager

One Year Only Position

Dates: August 1^st 2022-June 30 2023

 8 Hours/Day 9:30 am- 5:00 pm

This a Non-Represented Position (Exempt Position)

All applicants need to apply on www.edjobsnw.org

Salary Range: $96,125-$102,830

Please see the attached job description for position information. This position is open until filled. For best consideration, current in-district individuals who wish to apply for this opening 

To have a complete file, the following must be attached to your application:

(1) a letter setting forth personal qualifications, experiences and reasons for interest in the position

(2) current resume

(3) a minimum of three reference letters (one must be from current supervising administrator)

FOR BEST CONSIDERATION PLEASE APPLY NO LATER THAN 4:00pm on: THURSDAY  July 28 2022

QUALIFICATIONS: 

Two years or more of successful operational management experience in a public sector role.  Knowledge/experience with pupil or public transportation services in Washington State is preferred but not required.  Preferred experience includes labor relations administration with represented employee groups; budget development and fiscal management responsibilities; demonstrated history of consistency and fairness in addressing complaints/concerns; professional development planning and implementation; development and facilitation of employee input and feedback processes; and a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with the public, operations staff, and administrative colleagues/supervisors.

APPLICATION: Complete an online application on  www.edjobsnw.org

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in the planning and coordination, and oversees aspects of the district’s pupil transportation operation including personnel, equipment, budgets, and facilities.
• Assists to ensure the safe, efficient, and economical transportation of students.
• Maintains payroll, contracts and calendars for all PSE employees.
• Conducts PSE investigations, hears and resolves PSE grievances, facilitates PSE labor management meetings; participates in PSE bargaining.
• Provides effective consult and HR guidance to PSE Supervisors.
• Oversees the work of Transportation employees to include bus drivers, office staff and paraprofessionals.
• Participates on the district management team and supports the district’s strategic plan and educational goals.
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with school staff, parents, students, and the community.
• Oversees the Accident Review Committee and leads retraining activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assists with development and support of bus routes, schedules, trips and stops.
• Provides transportation management support for to/from transportation routes and special trips.
• Coordinates student transportation activities with school staff, law enforcement agencies, OSPI, and other groups.
• Supports in-service training for staff to ensure compliance with the law, to contribute to a safe positive learning climate, and to address annual improvement goals for the department.
• Supports the District early morning road inspection team to assess road conditions during inclement weather.
• Develops school bus specifications to meet the district’s needs and comply with state and federal requirements.
• Oversees, tracks and maintains HR records for the recruitment of PSE employees.
• Conducts the HR portion of new employee orientation for all PSE employees.
• Conducts accident investigations and supervises accident reporting to appropriate law enforcement and insurance agencies.
• Represents the department and the district on various committees as needed.
• Develops timely proactive solutions to emerging issues and includes staff input in developing improved systems and practices with support from the Supervisor.
• Follows collective bargaining agreements and participates in labor/management meetings and collective bargaining.
• Updates Safe Walk Plans when needed as required by OSPI
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

RESPONSIBLE TO AND EVALUATED BY:  Supervisor of Transportation

SCHEDULE:  Twelve month period

SALARY: Tumwater School District Salary Schedule