State Pupil Transportation Director 2026-01277

State of Wyoming•Statewide, WY

5d•Remote

About The Position

This position offers full-time telework, with occasional required in-office attendance. The selected applicant may live anywhere in Wyoming. The State Pupil Transportation Director serves as the statewide authority for pupil transportation programs, providing leadership, oversight, and technical expertise to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant transportation services for Wyoming students. This role supports local educational agencies through regulation development, data analysis, technical assistance, and collaboration with state and national stakeholders, while advancing best practices in pupil transportation and driver safety.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Education)
1-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Education Program Specialist.
OR 4-6 years of progressive work experience (typically in Education or Instruction) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Education Program Specialist.
Knowledge of state and federal pupil transportation regulations, statutes, rules, policies, and best practices
Strong written, oral, public, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with transportation stakeholders, including parents, teachers, administrators, and transportation staff
Knowledge of public policy, management procedures, and agency operations
Ability to interpret, analyze, and communicate federal, state, and local requirements, statutes, rules, and regulations
Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent decision-making skills
Ability to foster teamwork, collaboration, and effective use of time and resources to achieve department objectives
Leadership skills with the ability to anticipate issues and apply sound judgment across a broad range of situations
Proficiency in spreadsheet applications, including Excel and Google Sheets, and ability to use mathematical computations to analyze data

Nice To Haves

Experience in pupil transportation, education administration, or related state or local government programs.
Knowledge of Wyoming and federal pupil transportation laws, rules, and regulations
Experience interpreting policy, analyzing program data, and preparing reports.
Proficiency in databases
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets.

Responsibilities

Serve as the State Pupil Transportation Director, overseeing Wyoming’s Pupil Transportation Program
Provide technical assistance and guidance to local educational agencies (LEAs) using in-depth knowledge of state and federal transportation regulations, industry standards, and best practices
Communicate and interpret applicable statutes, administrative rules, and federal requirements
Develop, update, and promulgate administrative rules as needed
Maintain and annually update transportation resources published by WDE
Communicate regularly with district transportation supervisors to identify needs and provide timely support
Represent Wyoming at national meetings, trainings, and transportation-related convenings
Manage and analyze transportation program data using SQL, databases, and spreadsheet tools
Review, audit, validate, and resolve discrepancies in transportation data submitted by LEAs
Maintain the statewide pupil transportation vehicle fleet inventory
Prepare data summaries and reports for WDE publications, legislative committees, and public stakeholders
Develop and execute data queries in response to internal and external information requests
Author, publish, and present transportation-related reports to legislative bodies and other groups
Lead the Wyoming Pupil Transportation Advisory Committee
Identify annual priorities and initiatives for the committee.
Plan and facilitate committee meetings, including agendas, minutes, recordings, and work plans
Participate in and support workshops, conferences, and professional development activities related to pupil transportation
Coordinate the annual request for school bus bids in accordance with established procedures
Review and maintain vehicle specifications aligned with the National Congress on School Transportation Specifications and Procedures Manual
Collaborate with the Pupil Transportation Advisory Committee to review specifications before vendor bid release
Maintain professional relationships with vehicle vendors to promote best practices in procurement
Provide oversight of high school driver education programs statewide
Serve as liaison between the Wyoming Departments of Education and Transportation
Review, approve, and monitor driver education programs to ensure compliance with state rules
Promote student driver safety across Wyoming
Other duties as assigned