Sr Operations Supervisor, Transportation

Baltimore County Public Schools • Middle River, MD

2d • $96,570 - $155,327

About The Position

Plans, coordinates, and supervises student bus transportation within an assigned geographic area. The role oversees and supports general education and special education transportation, as well as trips, and supervises, trains, and evaluates transportation staff. It prepares and maintains routes and works to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant transportation operations. The position also handles operational reporting, employee payroll oversight, accident investigations, training, emergency response support, and transportation for special events.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or an applicable combination of education, training, and experience that provides the necessary knowledge and skills.
• Seven years of experience in transportation, including two years at the supervisory level.
• Valid Class C Maryland driver's license or equivalent.
• Thorough knowledge of school transportation principles and practices; bus route preparation and scheduling; and applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Knowledge and skill using personal computers and office software packages.
• Skills in administering transportation activities, preparing reports, communicating effectively, and maintaining effective working relationships with parents, school administrators, coworkers, and others.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and supervise student bus transportation and transportation staff within an assigned geographic area.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to walk to bus stops and along walking paths, carry weights up to 50 pounds, and travel to sites throughout Baltimore County.
• Must work when schools and/or offices are closed during adverse weather or other emergencies when contacted and directed to do so.
• May be required to work beyond normally scheduled hours with little or no advance notice.

Nice To Haves

• Valid commercial Maryland driver's license (CDL) or equivalent.
• Valid commercial Class B Maryland driver's license or equivalent within six months of hire is strongly encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, train, assign, coordinate, and review the work of school bus drivers, attendants, routing assistants, the area dispatcher, and field representatives; conduct performance evaluations and promote continuous improvement.
• Prepare, maintain, and schedule bus routes; review bus stops, walking routes, and bridge and railroad crossings annually; design and implement routes and safe student walkways.
• Analyze bus routes, stops, and non-transported areas for safety, efficiency, and compliance.
• Communicate with parents, school personnel, central office staff, insurers, attorneys, elected officials, media, community organizations, and others about transportation issues; meet with school administrators to support safe and efficient operations.
• Prepare and analyze reports and operational data to support safe, efficient daily operations and continuous improvement.
• Oversee payroll for assigned employees and, at the Business Manager's direction, administer the area's alcohol and drug-testing program.
• Develop and administer professional in-service and learning programs for transportation staff in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local guidelines.
• Respond to, investigate, and document vehicle and pedestrian accidents involving students and equipment; coordinate the state-required accident review process to determine preventability.
• Assist in assessing road and weather conditions and recommend school openings or closures due to hazardous conditions.
• Assist the Emergency Operation Center in facilitating the County evacuation plan for natural and man-made disasters.
• Coordinate and implement the Pre K/K transportation safety program.
• Supervise transportation for special County and Board-sponsored events and organize and attend committee meetings.

Benefits

• Medical plan options
• Dental plan options
• Vision plan options
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Disability coverage
• 403(b)/457 plans
• Paid holidays
• Sick, personal business, and bereavement days
• Flexible leave options, including FMLA, sick bank, and Board-approved leaves
• Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System
• Position may be eligible for a relocation bonus, extra duty activities pay, or other student activities pay as defined in the applicable Bargaining Unit Agreement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior