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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

Employer
Danville Public Schools
Location
Danville, VA, US
Salary
$50,604 - $100,248, commensurate with experience and advanced degrees
POSITION TITLE: ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
JOB STATUS: OPEN
POSTING DATE: 07/15/2018
DEADLINE DATE: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and interviews conducted immediately, with a selection to be made as soon as possible thereafter.

POSTING NUMBER: 001792
NATURE OF POSITION:
Under the supervision of the Director of Transportation Services and the Chief Operations Officer, the Assistant Director of Transportation Services will assist the Director in the planning, directing, and coordinating of all functions in the Transportation Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Lead, train, motivate and listen to department staff and provide guidance, direction, consultation and assistance as needed.
  • Assist office personnel in the planning of bus routes, schedules, and stops to comply with policies provided by the Danville School Board, Virginia Department of Education, and Virginia State Police.
  • Develop, coordinate, initiate and supervise a bus driver training program that addresses the needs of personnel in the department as it relates to transportation.
  • Provide assistance to the Director in such areas as fleet operation, maintenance, dispatch, training, safety issues and public relations.
  • Assist the Director with supervising the employment of drivers, mechanics, dispatchers and other transportation personnel.
  • Submit written reports evaluating the performance of all staff service under his/her areas of responsibility.
  • Help and assist drivers with student management to include viewing of bus videos.
  • Assist with leading the department in the use of GPS, video, VHF radios, and other electronic media to track student ridership and improve efficiency.
  • Serve as a liaison to resolve issues/disputes that may arise between district drivers, staff, and patrons.
  • Assist with the planning and implementation of new technology for use in the transportation department.
  • Assist in establishing performance standards and supervise operational care, servicing, and maintenance of all vehicles within the department.
  • Conduct meetings with drivers, parents and school officials to include athletic director meetings, safety meetings, and staff meetings with office personnel.
  • Work closely with the Special Education Department to provide top quality service to our special education and pre-school students.
  • Evaluate school bus stop requests and make recommendations that promote safety and efficiency.
  • Assist Director in developing policies and administrative regulations for Board consideration in regard to hazardous walking areas and the pupil transportation department.
  • Assist with development and preparation of reports and presentations to the School Board, District Cabinet, Principals and District Administrators.
  • Assist the Coordinator of School Safety and Security on all vehicle accident investigations and coordinate proper reporting to law enforcement and insurance agencies; initiate corrective action when appropriate.
  • Assist in coordinating the efforts of school officials, parents, students, and drivers in an effort to resolve or prevent discipline problems or other unsafe conditions in the student transportation system.
  • Maintain a close working relationship with the Virginia Department of Education to assist with providing input on transportation costs, state funding formulas, driver training, and state regulations.
  • Meet with transportation personnel from other districts for pooling of experience, solving of problems, and making recommendations for state and federal transportation policies.
  • Assist in keeping the District Cabinet and School Board informed on developments and changes in transportation services provided by other district, personnel changes, and needs of the department.
  • Assist in collecting data and developing all required bus transportation reports with extensive use of data processing; ensure that all required reports are submitted to the proper agencies on a timely basis.
  • Establish and maintain a good public relations program designed to promote understanding of and support for the school transportation system.
  • Maintain all valid certificates, licenses, endorsements, and permits as required by state and local authorities.
  • Drive a school bus with or without passengers on a periodic basis.
  • Follow board policies and stay abreast of updates and changes.
  • Perform other duties as requested/assigned by the Director of Transportation Services, Chief Operations Officer, and/or Superintendent.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Ability to perform responsibilities with minimal supervision.
  • Strong analytical, program management, and supervisory skills.
  • Strong understanding of client-centered support.
  • Knowledge of district policy, laws, and regulations that relate to the management of the Transportation Department.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work and communicate positively with staff, students, parents and the public.
  • Ability to work both independently and cooperatively.
  • Ability to organize work, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
  • Ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels of the organization.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associate degree or higher in business, management, or related fields preferred.
  • Successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities, or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with a diverse population.
  • Possess a valid Virginia State driver's license and hold a safe driving record.
  • Possess, or be eligible for a Commercial Driver's License authorization with the passenger and air brake endorsements.
  • Minimum of two years of management experience including staff supervision in a comparable environment. Experience and/or responsibilities must include or be related to the following: supervision of personnel, routing and scheduling (dispatching), driver training, accident investigation, inventory control and preparation of bus specifications.
  • May be required to participate in random drug testing program.

START DATE: As soon after selection as possible.
SALARY / STIPEND: Salary Range: $50,604 - $100,248, commensurate with experience and advanced degrees; Danville School Board pays the employee cost, in full, for state-mandated life insurance and in part for state retirement and health insurance. Other benefits - sick leave and personal leave.
TO APPLY: Complete a Danville Public Schools online application for "Licensed" positions. Follow all instructions on the DPS "Employment Opportunities" page to apply for this specific position

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