Director of Transportation

Denton Independent School District•Denton, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide leadership and strategic direction for district transportation operations and vehicle maintenance to ensure safe, reliable, efficient, and compliant services. Direct transportation operations, routing and scheduling, fleet maintenance, safety and regulatory compliance, budgeting, and personnel management. Develop and implement departmental procedures and operational practices while collaborating with district leadership, campuses, families, and other stakeholders to support district transportation needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in transportation, business administration, logistics, or a related field
Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with passenger (P), school bus (S), and air brake endorsements
Texas School Bus Driver Certification
Must maintain compliance with all Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requirements governing commercial driver’s license issuance and renewal
Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examiner’s Certificate, or the ability to obtain and maintain certification
Ability to meet required DOT physical examination and drug and alcohol testing requirements
Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in student transportation operations, fleet management, or a related field
Three (3) years of supervisory or management experience
Comprehensive knowledge of student transportation operations, routing and scheduling, fleet maintenance, safety, and regulatory compliance
Advanced leadership, organizational, and personnel management skills
Advanced interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Proficient financial management and budgeting skills
Ability to use transportation management, routing, fleet, and related technology to plan, monitor, and evaluate operations
Ability to interpret and apply policy, procedures, regulations, and operational data to support sound decisions and effective department operations
Ability to safely operate a school bus and related equipment

Nice To Haves

Transportation director certification
Experience operating a school bus

Responsibilities

Develop and enforce transportation procedures and administrative regulations related to school bus safety, student discipline, and department operations.
Establish regular and special education routes, schedules, and stops to support student safety, efficient scheduling, appropriate student loads, and cost-effective operations through use of the district’s transportation management and GPS/student tracking systems.
Serve as a liaison with district personnel, students, parents, and outside organizations to coordinate transportation activities and programs and resolve issues or conflicts.
Advise the Superintendent and Executive Director of Operations regarding road and surface conditions during inclement weather or other operational concerns.
Develop and prepare the annual preliminary budget for the Transportation Department; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures within established limits; estimate costs and approve billings.
Advise the Executive Director of Operations on the purchase of supplies, equipment/parts, fuel, and bus/equipment replacement.
Provide technical expertise, information, and recommendations to the Executive Director of Operations regarding fiscal policies, procedures, and programs related to transportation operations.
Compile and maintain required Denton ISD and Texas Education Agency (TEA) Transportation Reports.
Maintain personnel records verifying that all drivers hold valid driver’s licenses and all required TEA endorsements, certifications, medical qualifications and other required credentials.
Maintain the driver handbook and related procedures to support compliance with applicable federal, state, and district policies.
Administer the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing program.
Manage recruitment, hiring, safety, training, assignment, and evaluation processes for transportation staff and bus drivers.
Maintain current knowledge of transportation regulations, legal requirements; conduct and facilitate meetings and in-service training as needed.
Direct and manage school bus fleet maintenance operations.
Manage alternative fuel program and ensure compliance with applicable waste, emissions and reporting requirements.
Ensure transportation facilities, vehicles, and fleet equipment are maintained in safe and good operating condition.
Oversee the department’s student management and transportation safety program.
Oversee investigation of accidents involving buses or other district vehicles as needed.
Operate a school bus as needed to support transportation services.
Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and ensure the vehicle is operated safely in compliance with all applicable laws and district policies.
Adhere to all district policies, procedures, and expectations outlined in the employee handbook and administrative regulations.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Engage in strategic planning, leadership collaboration, and continuous professional growth aligned with the goals of the department and district.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support the mission and goals of the department and district.
Supervise, evaluate, and recommend employment actions for assigned transportation personnel, including hiring, placement, reassignment, discipline, and termination.