Campus Transportation Manager - IDEA River Bluff (Immediate Opening)

IDEA Public Schools•Jacksonville, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Campus Transportation Manager is responsible for providing safe transportation for up to 1,000 students daily while reducing operational costs. This role involves managing a team of up to 20 people and collaborating with campus leaders to ensure success. The primary focus is the safe transportation of all students, aiming for zero preventable incidents/accidents. The manager will oversee daily operations, respond to emergencies, manage fleet maintenance, and ensure compliance with schedules and regulations. Excellent customer service and communication with stakeholders are also key aspects of this position.

Requirements

GED or High School Diploma
Experience in the operation of large passenger vehicles; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
Ability to manage student behavior
Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with class P (passenger) and S (school bus) endorsements
Completed bus driver safety training course
Must be over 21 years old
Pass alcohol and drug tests
Pass DOT Physical Examination
Bilingual Preferred (English/Spanish)

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Responsibilities

Ensure the safe transportation of all students with a goal of zero preventable incidents/accidents.
Oversee the daily operations of the dispatch office, monitoring radios to address bus problems, lateness, and accidents.
Receive and respond to driver accidents, conduct internal investigations, gather information, and assist as needed.
Respond to emergency calls after hours and on weekends.
Maintain an efficient operation with a Cost Per Mile below $3.70.
Develop driver schedules to ensure primary driving roles are fulfilled while on the clock.
Continuously audit team participation to prevent system abuse.
Monitor preventive maintenance to avoid costly repairs.
Serve as a substitute Bus Driver when needed.
Create a work environment with a minimum of 85% transportation staff retention.
Screen employees to ensure qualified, quality, and dedicated individuals are hired.
Ensure employees understand expectations and work conditions before being hired.
Maintain the fleet in safe operating condition with a 7% savings on maintenance cost over the previous year.
Ensure maintenance supplies are not over-purchased.
Ensure PMs are done in a systematic order.
Utilize Transfinder to create/update campus-level routes, ensuring no route exceeds 10% of its rated capacity.
Keep driver and student records up-to-date in Route Finder.
Utilize Synovia to analyze reports, comparing planned vs. actual routes and analyzing fleet activity.
Communicate with school site staff, administrators, parents, and outside agencies to exchange information, coordinate activities, and resolve issues related to transportation services, student behavior, and special accommodations.

Benefits

Hourly rate ranging between $22.50 for 0 years of experience and $28.00
Performance bonus based on team performance and goal attainment
Comprehensive benefits plan
Majority of employee premium paid for the base medical plan
Subsidized costs for spouse/domestic partner and children for medical plan
Up to 8 weeks of paid Family Leave for birth or adoption of a child
Tuition Reimbursement (up to 50% of tuition paid, maximum $5,250 per year)
Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health (5 face-to-face counseling sessions, unlimited telephonic counseling)
Dental and vision plans
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Parenting benefits
Generous vacation time
Referral bonuses
Professional development
Potential relocation allowance