Director of Transportation

North Wasco County School District 21•The Dalles, OR

About The Position

North Wasco County School District is pleased to announce that we are seeking qualified applicants for the position of Director of Transportation. We are very proud of our District and the teachers, administrators, and support staff that provides the best education possible for the children of our community. Thank you for seeking this opportunity to be part of our team. Biligual/Bi-Cultural applicants are highly desireable, and encouraged to apply. District Mission: “Educating each student to the highest standards while motivating them to reach their fullest potential and graduating them to be college, career and life ready.” The Gorge Lifestyle: The phrase Gorge Lifestyle alone speaks volumes. Located along the banks of the mighty Columbia River, just 84 miles east of Portland, The Dalles is the eastern gateway to the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Outdoor enthusiasts find the Gorge to be a perfect environment to pursue wind, snow, and whitewater sports, road and mountain biking, hunting, fishing, hiking, golf and more! Serving as a center of Native American trade for over 10,000 years and the end of the Oregon Trail, history buffs will find the area steeped in history and culture. The Dalles has a quaint and historic small town feel, with a population just over 13,000. Boasting a mere 14 inches of rain annually, The Dalles is home to bountiful agricultural products, including world-renowned cherries, grapes and wheat. It is home to Columbia Gorge Community College, which offers the first wind-power training program in the Pacific Northwest, Google’s Data Center, numerous orchards, vineyards, wineries, craft breweries and a thriving business community. NWASCO Online: www.nwasco.k12.or.us Application Process: All application materials must be submitted electronically, as part of your TalentEd/Recruit & Hire application. Include the following supplemental documents: Complete District Application Letter of interest; Current Resume; Two (2) recent letters of reference

Requirements

High School Diploma. College or related technical/mechanical degree encouraged.
Experience in transportation management at the K-12 level.
Extensive knowledge of transportation equipment, vehicles, and mechanical repair/maintenance.
Must have valid CDL (Class B) or higher commercial license with passenger endorsement at time of hire.

Responsibilities

Establishes and/or determines bus driver routes and bus stops for the purpose of increasing safety, decreasing costs, or better serving the students and/or the district.
Coordinates activity, co-curricular and other special routes and bus requests for the purpose of providing after-school and field trip buses to various activities.
Evaluates personnel for the purpose of ensuring that standards are achieved and performance is maximized.
Investigates weather and road conditions for the purpose of assisting with decisions regarding school delays and/or closures to the administration.
Inspects bus routes for the purpose of ensuring that buses are able to travel safely during poor weather conditions.
Prepares various documents, (e.g. cost estimates, budgets, ODE reports, time studies, productivity, evaluation reports, bus replacement schedules, etc.) for the purpose of providing necessary information to state/federal agencies and appropriate district personnel.
Schedules and presents various programs and training on bus driving regulations, techniques, and student control procedures.
Recommends new hires, promotions, terminations, and transfers for the purpose of maintaining staffing needs and productivity of the work force.
Works effectively with vendors in obtaining quotations for the purpose of providing cost information, making purchases, and securing items.
Supervises assigned personnel for the purpose of ensuring that departmental work goals are achieved.
Ability to collaborate with parents, school staff, and students in transportation related issues.
Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
Participates in a program of continued professional development for the purpose of acquiring and maintaining the skills and information necessary for successful management of the department.
Develop goals for the Transportation Department at the beginning of each school year for the purpose of ensuring that standards are achieved and performance is maximized.
Attends various meetings (e.g. trainings, hearings, risk management and safety) for the purpose of addressing liability concerns, providing and receiving information.
Performs other duties as may be required by the superintendent or business manager for the purpose of assisting them in the management of the district.
Drive a route in situations where subs may not be obtained