Assistant Director of Transportation, East Valley School District, 1.0 FTE

East Valley School District 361•Spokane Valley, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Transportation or designee, the Assistant Director will provide assistance to support the management of all operations of the Transportation Department which provides for safe and economical transportation in support of the school district’s instructional and activity programs. This position will be required to assist, coordinate, and fill in for the director of transportation during periods of absence.

Requirements

Random drug testing is required, by law.
Current Class B Washington State driver’s license with a passenger/school bus endorsement.
Current Washington State bus driver’s authorization or the ability to obtain.
School bus driver trainer certified or the ability to obtain.
High School diploma or equivalent (documentation required at time of application).
Required to have a valid First Aid card including CPR and training for HIV/AIDS procedures.
Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance.
Valid Washington State driver’s license or evidence of mobility.
Proof of Immunization (if born 1/1/57 or later).
I - 9 Employment Eligibility in compliance with the Immigrations Reform and Control Act.
Completion of all district - required trainings within thirty (30) calendar days from hire date.

Nice To Haves

Preference for five (5) or more years of progressively responsible student transportation experience, including crew supervision.
Ability to effectively supervise assigned personnel with varied skills, skill levels, and shift hours; maintain a productive and efficient team relationship, and properly utilize personnel administration tools such as evaluations, disciplinary action, and training to improve performance.
Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures.
Must be able to operate tools, power or hand, which is related to performing any of the essential job functions.
Must have a basic understanding of general school bus maintenance.
Must be pleasant, cooperative, and able to work with students, teaching staff, co-workers, and the public.
Knowledge of proper English grammar, spelling, and usage in both oral and written communication.
Demonstrates ability to communicate clearly and effectively in both oral and written communication.
Ability to handle confidential matters and information in a professional manner.
Ability to establish cooperative working relationships with district staff to enhance the completion of assigned tasks.
Ability and willingness to upgrade skills to maintain the highest level of efficiency and high quality work.
Flexible in learning new concepts, cooperates with others, and adapts to a variety of assignments and conditions.
Gains the respect and confidence of students, parents, and staff through modeling appropriate demeanor, behavior, and attire.
Sets and attains high level of expectations with a commitment to using available resources in a way that accomplishment occurs.
Relates positively to youth and adults of varying socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Demonstrates the ability to learn new ideas and skills and for solving problems.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse group of students, colleagues, parents, and administrators in a confidential manner.
Demonstrates personal characteristics of flexibility, high-stress tolerance, reliability, punctuality, dependability, and an ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to maintain high standards of professionalism and diplomacy in dealing with the public and district staff.
Ability to organize, set priorities, meet deadlines, make sound decisions, attention to detail, and follow through on a variety of assigned tasks.
Ability to work independently within the parameters of the job, without the need for constant supervision.

Responsibilities

Ability to handle complex duties at the same time demonstrating leadership and organizational skills, while working effectively under pressure.
Possess excellent organizational skills and the ability to maintain accurate records and provide timely response.
Ability to operate computers using Word, Excel, routing software, etc.
Knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws pertaining to student transportation.
Must work within designated bounds of authority and confidentiality.
Assist in developing and administering a transportation program to meet all of the requirements of the daily instructional program and co-curricular activities.
Maintain the student disciplinary process in order to ensure safe transportation.
View and process videos as appropriate.
Act as a liaison with parents and district staff for complaints and special requests.
Assist in all department evaluations of personnel including “on-route” evaluations.
Supervise and administer the driver-training program and the District’s Type II program.
Assist with scheduling and oversee dispatching and front-office functions; work cooperatively with administrators and supervisors to ensure excellent customer service.
Responsible for assisting in establish all regular bus routes, schedules, and stops.
Assist in developing route maps for drives, schools, programs, and activities as appropriate.
Oversee and assist as needed in preparing and updating bus routes/schedules in the district including “trips”.
Work with designated staff to meet routing assignments and provide information to schools in a timely manner.
Maintain safety standards in conformance with state, federal, and insurance regulations.
Coordinate quality control preventative and corrective maintenance and repair on all vehicles ensuring all current safety regulations are met.
Assists in the diagnosis and appropriate method of repair on school district vehicles including road side assistance.
Advises the Director on fleet needs including major bus/vehicle repair, purchase and replacement planning.
Coordinate the maintenance of current vehicle and parts inventory records as well as work orders using the District provided maintenance software program.
Assist with collecting data for all required state reports and accomplish this in an accurate timely manner.
Conduct accident investigations and assist with accident report to appropriate agencies.
Audit routes and stops for safety and efficiency.
Daily assignments and dispatching of drivers for regular, special needs, and extra activities.
Assist with dispatch responsibilities, including oversight and coordination as needed.
Assist the director of transportation in checking road conditions and making recommendations during inclement weather as to whether buses shall run on approved regular routes, emergency routes, delayed start, or not at all.
Brief drivers on special requirements, road conditions, and routing.
Supervises the performance of all transportation staff, assigns and reviews work of all transportation staff, and develops work schedules.
Support the Director to design and deliver school bus driver training programs, Type I and Type II which meet and/or exceed established standards to ensure driver competency.
Conducts transportation training classes, refresher classes, and maintains all documentation on transportation staff training and certification.
Assists with expenditures in established budgets.
May determine and recommends all transportation budgetary needs such as labor, materials, supplies, equipment, and contracted services.
Assists with preparing requisitions and specifications for contracted work and services.
Assists in the preparation and processing of bid documents.
Assists in conducting staff interviews and recommending new hires/transfers; evaluates, trains, approves staff leaves and overtime, and disciplines assigned staff when necessary.
Communicates with other district departments, general public, community groups, and outside agencies to ensure compliance with public health, safety, and district regulations.
Routinely check buildings, grounds, and equipment to ensure proper maintenance and safety.
Must be able to work various shifts, when required, as a result of extra-curricular activities or emergencies.
Must be available on an emergency call-out basis.
Must be neat, clean, and dress appropriately.
Assist in upholding and enforcing school district rules, administrative regulations, and board policies.
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Requires the use of multiple communication systems, such as electronic mail and computers.
Inspect school or district facilities for the purpose of ensuring that the site is suitable for safe operations, maintained in an attractive and clean condition, and/or identifying necessary repairs due to vandalism, equipment breakage, weather conditions, etc.
The employee shall maintain a consistent presence at the assigned work site(s) and work the regular work hours specified by the contract.
Professionally interact with colleagues, members of the public, and students.
Comply with all district policies and all applicable laws.
Perform special assignments and other duties as assigned or required by the supervisor.