Director, Transportation

JOB TITLE : Director, Transportation

GRADE: Director Scale (Unit 9)

REPORTS TO : Executive Director, Business Services Operations

DEFINITION : Directs the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of all aspects of the transportation program to ensure safe and effective delivery of students to and from their schools and instructional programs in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and consistent with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) Policies and Rules. Administers all fiscal and staff resources of the office. Develops and implements departmental goals and objectives that align with the Master Plan and Blueprint 2.0 .

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES :

• Leads and directs the Office of Transportation (OOT) operations and staff.
• Oversees student transportation eligibility standards for all general education routes and field trip/event transportation. Oversees special service transportation for special education and homeless populations consistent with federal and state requirements.
• Recommends the opening and closing times for all schools, develops and implements procedures for evaluation of inclement weather and emergency conditions, and routinely makes recommendations regarding school closings and delays.
• Leads the OOT senior management team in monitoring, assessing and appropriate use of data and information. This includes improving safety, operational effectiveness, efficiency and oversight through advanced uses of technological systems. Improve operational effectiveness through the use of electronic routing for all bus routes.
• In cooperation with the Division of Human Resources, administers a comprehensive personnel management program in compliance with Board policies, employee master agreements, and applicable laws which includes managing appropriate staffing levels, and staffing oversight.
• Develops collaborative relationships with internal and external partners that benefit schools and support system priorities including peers across the county, state, and region that oversee transportation programs, roads and highways, facilities, and other related services.
• Develops, implements, and monitors appropriate program policies and procedures.
• Leads and actively engages in effective and timely communications with key stakeholders including school administrators, parents, government officials, community members, and the media.
• Oversees a comprehensive school bus driver training and certification program including administering a drug and alcohol testing program in compliance with US Department of Transportation standards, including maintenance of all records.
• Leads the business management team to create, modify, and manage the budget to ensure adherence to year-end closing procedures. Provides monthly expenditure projections to the Office of Budget and Reporting.
• Leads the fleet management and business management teams to provide for the procurement, maintenance, inspection, and disposal of school system fleet including school buses, trucks, vans, sport utility vehicles, and cars.
• Identifies, certifies, and administers transportation services provided by private contractors.
• Oversees transportation related facility locations and continually assesses and makes recommendations regarding upgrades to enhance operations.
• Identifies and provides job-specific training and professional development for staff to maintain and improve customer service and vehicle service while adapting to changing regulations and industry advancements.
• Serves as a member of the critical incident response team and routinely oversees the assessment and mitigation of critical incidents.
• Collaborates with BCPS staff and administrators that oversee procurement of transportation goods and services and maintains a general knowledge of contracting processes.
• Develops and implements an effective system, with the Senior Fleet Supervisor and the maintenance team to ensure vehicle safety and service including assessment programs for vehicles and equipment to include replacement schedules.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Education, Training and Experience :

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree.
• Eight years of progressively responsible experience in the field of transportation and/or school management, five years of which were at the supervisory level.

Licenses and Certificates:

• Candidate must possess a current, valid state drivers' license and satisfactory driving record. CDL license preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of student transportation management including public owned and/or privately contracted programs.
• Knowledge of administering operating budgets.
• Knowledge of laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to student transportation.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision including labor relations with collective bargaining units.
• Knowledge of technological applications in the industry and general office management.
• Skill in managing transportation operations.
• Skill in administering transportation related contracts.
• Skill in planning, supervising, and evaluating the work of others including administering a progressive discipline program and planning and implementing training and professional development.
• Skill in administering operating budgets.
• Skill in communicating effectively with individuals and groups with varying interest and backgrounds.
• Knowledge of and skill in the use of database, internet, spreadsheet, word processing, and industry-related applications.
• Knowledge of and skill in data analysis.
• Ability to effectively adapt operations to changing regulations and other variables.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to analyze data to recommend and implement program improvements.
• Ability to quickly assess and mitigate critical incidents.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS :
The work of this class is generally sedentary and performed in an office environment. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, and occasional limited physical activities. Work of this class involves regular travel to sites throughout Baltimore County.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :
Employee will be required to work beyond their normally scheduled hours with little or no advanced notice. Work schedules will include early mornings, nights and may include weekends especially during inclement weather times.

FLSA : Exempt

This position is eligible for membership in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System.

This description defines the types of duties and level of difficulty of work required of this position. It shall not be held to exclude duties not mentioned nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted. If an applicant started an application with BCPS in the past and at a later date decides to apply for additional positions, it is the applicant's responsibility to review the entire application and ensure that all data is up to date (for example, the applicant may need to add additional schooling or certifications, an additional work experience, or provide updated references). The applicant must remember to review the entire application each time for accuracy and submit each time for a new or different vacancy.
Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted. Applicants should notify their reference proactively to inform them they will receive a form via email through a MAILBOT email address from Baltimore County Public Schools. Applicants should also inform their reference(s) of the job they are applying to.
Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (State of Maryland, Senate Bill 315, effective October 1, 1986) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $81.00. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Non-Discrimination Statement
The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9610 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 219, Baltimore, Maryland 21220 (443-809-4360).

Contact Information
Michael Hodge
HR Supervisor
6901 Charles Street, E Building
Towson, Maryland 21204
Phone: 443-809-7872
Fax: 410-887-7876
Email: m hodge@bcps.org