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STOW-MUNROE FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR File 704

Reports to: Director of Operations

Job Objective: Supervises district-wide transportation services. NOTE: Driving duties may be required. See “bus driver” job description for additional information.

Minimum · High school diploma or GED. Holds or qualified to obtain a state pupil transportation certificate.

Qualifications: · Pupil transportation and budget management skills verified by training and/or work experience.

• Available to work a non-traditional schedule and irregular hours when required.
• Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.
• Effective communication, problem-solving and time management skills.
• Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.
• Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Valid driver’s license. Qualified to be covered by the district insurance carrier. Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is advantageous.

Essential 1. Professionally manages transportation services. Actively supervises department staff.

Functions: Establishes appropriate levels of employee autonomy and accountability.

• Prioritizes tasks. Completes assignments within required time-frames.
• Manages accurate data collection and timely processing of paperwork.
• Monitors/facilitates department compliance with all pertinent local, state and federal laws.
• Serves as an adviser to the superintendent and active member of the administrative team.
• Recruits highly-qualified department staff. Oversees departmental orientation programs.
• Diligently attends to job details. Pursues quality work results. Checks completed tasks to ensure compliance with district specifications. Develops effective solutions for work-related problems.
• Assumes responsibility for the results of delegated duties. Evaluates/documents staff performance.
• Monitors bus driver training standards. Verifies drivers are qualified and correctly licensed.
• Coordinates department meetings and in-service training activities.
• Implements the board-approved budget as assigned. Requisitions materials/services. Monitors vendor pricing to control costs. Manages the judicious use of program resources.
• Upholds fiscal accountability standards. Prepares revenue and expense projections as requested.
• Consults with department staff to develop recommendations for replacing/upgrading equipment.
• Works with the Director of Operations to align budget proposals with district goals.
• Maintains open lines of communications with parents. Responds promptly to questions and concerns. Develops and maintains the district transportation services webpage.
• Prepares bus routes and assigns drivers. Determines the most appropriate approach to transport each student. Works with the staff to address special needs of students with disabilities.
• Directs the dissemination of routing information, student rosters, transportation schedules, etc.
• Monitors road and weather conditions. Recommends the need to delay or cancel services.
• Coordinates non-routine use of buses (e.g., field trips, athletic contests, etc.).
• Oversees ongoing vehicle maintenance. Implements procedures to deal with emergency repairs.
• Coordinates annual state patrol bus inspections.
• Promotes defensive driving. Implements bus safety programs. Coordinates bus evacuation drills.
• Documents staff injuries that require treatment. Prepares accident reports.
• Protects district property. Implements procedures to prevent the loss of supplies/equipment.

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  Exemplifies professionalism. Fosters goodwill to enhance the district’s public image.

• Cultivates community relationships that promote strong public support for the district.
• Enforces drug-free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Functions as part of a cohesive team. Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers.
• Keeps an acceptable attendance record and is punctual. Maintains a professional appearance.
• Respects privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Sustains an effective working environment. Performs all aspects of the job.

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  Maintains open/effective communications. Serves as a reliable information resource.

• Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences.
• Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity. Resolves issues tactfully.

• Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.

• Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.
• Updates skills as needed to use task-appropriate technology effectively.

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  Keeps informed about workplace safety procedures. Initiates action to manage risks.

• Helps update and implement a comprehensive school emergency operations plan.
• Maintains high standards for appropriate conduct. Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with administrative directives and federal/state laws when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior, suspected child abuse or neglect.
• Manages student behavior using positive behavioral support techniques.

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  Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

• Implements workplace initiatives that advance organizational goals.

Working Safety is essential to job performance. Employees must comply with applicable workplace safety

Conditions: regulations, health laws and district protocols, if duties involve any the following situations:

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  Encounters with angry, rude and/or unpleasant individuals.
• Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemicals, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noise, moving mechanical parts, odors and/or slippery/uneven surfaces.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and/or communicable diseases.
• Exposure to weather conditions and/or temperature extremes.
• Extensive standing/sitting. Frequent balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling, or reaching.
• Operating and/or riding in a vehicle. Working in proximity to vehicular traffic.
• Performing difficult tasks that require dexterity, physical strength and stamina.
• Traveling to meetings and work assignments.
• Working at heights, in confined spaces and/or under diminished lighting.

The Stow-Munroe Falls City School District is an equal opportunity employer. This document identifies typical job functions and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible work duties. Employee performance is evaluated according to board policy, administrative procedures and current contractual agreements.

Staff member shall serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings in order to help instill in students the belief and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.