Fleet Administrator, Transportation

Spring Independent School District•Houston, TX

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Administrator is responsible for overseeing and leading the activities within the assigned area of the Transportation Department (Regular Education, Special Education, Operations, and Fleet Services). The Transportation Administrator must act with integrity, support organizational goals, demonstrate the ability to inspire, grow and motivate others and commit to championing the needs of the students, employees and overall District.

Requirements

60+ credit hours from an accredited college or university, or 5 years supervisory experience in lieu of education
Class “B” CDL with P & S endorsements
Current Texas School Bus Driver Certification
Ability to pass DOT required drug and alcohol screenings
Ability to pass Texas DPS school bus driver physical annually
Acceptable driving records in accordance with requirements for Texas school bus drivers
5 years of pupil transportation experience or 3 years K-12 instructional administrative experience with duties related to transportation
ASE Master Technician Certification (for administrator with fleet responsibilities)
Ability to lead team members within assigned area of responsibility of the department
Ability to direct and schedule personnel
Efficient computer skills: MS Office
Effective telephone, communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to receive and give verbal instructions effectively
Excellent time and project management skills
Excellent documentation skills
Strong conflict resolution skills
Ability to recommend and enforce department and district procedures as related to pupil transportation
Knowledge and understanding of all phases of student transportation
Detail oriented
Ability to read, write and comprehend English

Nice To Haves

TAPT Official Certification
Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited College or University

Responsibilities

Make personnel duty assignments within designated area of departmental responsibility
Screen, interview, and recommend for hire candidates for vacant positions within designated area of departmental responsibility
Participate in departmental recruiting and orientation efforts
Observe, coach, and evaluate assigned personnel
Provide recommendations for department budget needs within area of department responsibility
Receive and address customer service concerns within assigned area of departmental responsibility
Model ethical standards for staff and community
Maintain positive public relations with department staff, district staff, and community
Approval authority for requests for time off
Receive and process First Report of Injury for workplace injuries
Administer the DOT drug and alcohol testing program
Respond to school bus collisions as necessary
Assist Director in developing long-term goals and strategies for effective fleet maintenance, repair, cost-tracking, specifications, purchase, and retirement
Directs and evaluates the preventive maintenance activities for district fleet
Oversee all vehicle warranty claims and recall notices
Oversee required compliance records for all district fleet
Responsible for managing the district inventory for fleet, tools, parts, and supplies
Evaluate conditions with respect to safety of the building, facility, and grounds and make recommendations for correction as necessary
Chair the Transportation Accident Review Committee (TARC)
Supervise the Transportation Supervisors with Regular Education Responsibilities
Oversee the student management program and coordinate campus support
Oversee Regular Education route service and monitor for compliance with laws and best practices
Assist with route selection
Oversee Summer School route services
Coordinate department professional development calendar
Supervise the Transportation Supervisors with Special Education Responsibilities
Supervise the Transportation Operations staff to include dispatch, routing, and scheduling
Responsible for supervising the development and adjustments of all routing, dispatching and scheduling
Plan and oversee route selection
Coordinate with District summer school coordinator for summer school transportation needs
Supervise the scheduling of summer school routes
Direct and oversee the collection of data for the TEA Transportation Route Services Report
Oversee Special Education route services and monitor for compliance with laws and best practice.
Oversee the special needs transportation training program.
Responsible for the assignment of drivers and equipment.
Promote a positive district climate through effective team building.
Perform all other duties as assigned.