Transportation Coordinator 1

Houston Independent School District • Houston, TX

143d • $75,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Transportation Coordinator plays a critical leadership role in supporting Houston ISD's safe, efficient, and reliable transportation services. Responsible for overseeing daily terminal operations-including route planning, driver coordination, compliance, and staff supervision-this role ensures that students receive timely and secure transportation aligned with instructional schedules and campus needs. In line with HISD's high-performance culture and service-driven mission, the Transportation Coordinator collaborates closely with drivers, dispatchers, fleet teams, and school administrators to uphold safety, improve service delivery, and support continuous improvement. This position also plays a key role in cultivating a culture of professionalism, accountability, and operational excellence across the transportation team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree, preferred.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL), required.
• At least 5 years' experience in school bus transportation services or district/central office of a large urban school district.

Nice To Haves

• Unique combination of education and work experiences that indicate potential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and evaluate transportation staff, including Unit Leaders and support personnel, to ensure high-quality service, professionalism, and adherence to performance expectations.
• Design, coordinate, and adjust daily bus routes and schedules to optimize efficiency, minimize delays, and meet the evolving transportation needs of students and campuses.
• Support recruitment, training, and evaluation of bus drivers, ensuring full compliance with HISD policies, safety protocols, and state transportation regulations.
• Collaborate with fleet operations teams to verify that all vehicles are inspected, maintained, and fully operational before the start of each school day and prepared for the following day's routes.
• Monitor and enforce transportation safety standards, including driver pre-trip inspections, check-ins, vehicle cleanliness, route timeliness, and proper parking procedures.
• Assist in investigating and resolving transportation incidents, accidents, and service complaints, ensuring thorough documentation and timely corrective actions that prioritize student safety.
• Identify and implement operational improvements related to routing efficiency, fleet usage, and service delivery to support HISD's commitment to continuous improvement.
• Maintain accurate and auditable records of driver credentials, safety training, and compliance with district policies and applicable transportation regulations.
• Serve as a primary liaison for school administrators, families, and stakeholders, addressing transportation-related inquiries, concerns, and updates with professionalism and urgency.
• Coordinate extracurricular and field trip transportation logistics, ensuring proper scheduling, vehicle availability, and alignment with school timelines and staffing resources.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned, contributing to the overall success of HISD's transportation operations and student-centered service model.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree