Campus Transportation Manager - IDEA Lakeland (26-27)

IDEA Public Schools•Lakeland, FL

7h•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. IDEA Public Schools is committed to the belief that every child can go to college and has grown into a multi-state network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools, with a legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college. Working at IDEA means being part of a team that sets and reaches ambitious goals, aiming to make college for all a reality.

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 two-way radios to address bus problems, lateness, and accidents.
Receive and respond to driver accidents, conduct internal investigations, gather information, and assist students and staff.
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 ensure systems are not abused.
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 only qualified, quality, and dedicated individuals are hired, ensuring they understand expectations and work conditions.
Maintain the fleet in safe operating condition, achieving a 7% savings on maintenance costs over the previous year.
Ensure maintenance supplies are not over-purchased and PMs are done systematically.
Utilize Transfinder to create and update campus-level routes, ensuring no route exceeds its rated capacity by more than 10%.
Keep driver and student records up-to-date in Route Finder.
Utilize Synovia to analyze reports, comparing planned vs. actual routes and monitoring bus performance.
Communicate with school site staff, administrators, parents, and outside agencies to exchange information, coordinate activities, and resolve issues related to transportation, student behavior, and special accommodations.
Manage the Campus Transportation Assistant Manager and Campus Bus Drivers.

Benefits

Hourly rate ranging between $22.50 for 0 years of experience and $28.20.
Eligible for a 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.
Up to 8 weeks of paid family leave for birth or adoption of a child.
Up to 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year (subject to manager discretion and budget availability).
5 face-to-face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services at no cost.
Dental and vision plans.
Disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Parenting benefits.
Generous vacation time.
Referral bonuses.
Professional development.
Potential relocation allowance.