Transportation Coordinator

Gaston County Schools • Gastonia, NC

5h

About The Position

Work includes coordinating with school administration for the hiring of school bus drivers. Establishes bus driver contracts, and performs a variety of administrative and special functions for the transportation department including overseeing safety and training programs and accident investigations. Coordinates with state and local authorities to ensure conformity with state and federal standards. Assists in preparations of state reports. Coordinates beginning and end-of-year events for bus drivers and the Transportation department. Responsibilities also include attending safety meetings, completing field observations of drivers, and tracking statistical information related to responsibilities.

Requirements

• Demonstrates preparation and skill in working with school staff, co-workers, and the general public.
• Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job to include considerable knowledge of safe, efficient practices and procedures used in the operation of an NC school bus.
• Considerable knowledge of safety regulations and standards for school buses.
• Formulate, understand, and interpret written guidelines contained in work-related documents.
• Possess skills and job knowledge to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Extensive knowledge of NC school bus operations.
• Perform multiple, complex, administrative, and training tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
• Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
• Formulate, understand, and interpret complex written documents including laws and policies contained in work-related documents.
• Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing defined but different processes, and operate equipment using standardized methods.
• Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; adapting to changing work priorities; maintaining confidentiality; exhibiting tact and patience; and working flexible hours.
• Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with emergency situations.
• Resolve challenging issues related to multiple facets of school transportation.
• Problem-solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines, and problem-solving with advanced technological equipment.
• Problem-solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans.
• Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Ability to strategize effectively to resolve the most difficult problems.
• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Ability to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes, and utilize specific job-related equipment.
• Talk to others to convey information effectively.
• Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions; communications should demonstrate leadership qualities and the ability to positively influence others.
• Ability to reason, make judgments and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service.
• Ability to build and maintain cooperative working relationships with parents, students and school/department personnel.
• Ability to read, write, and follow directions (written and oral).
• Ability to think critically and analyze situations to arrive at positive outcomes.
• Must possess leadership qualities and the desire to produce a positive and professional workplace.
• Excellent organizational, communications, management, and computer skills are essential.
• Graduation from high school.
• Valid North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License with P and S endorsements.
• Valid DOT Medical Card.

Responsibilities

• Administers DOT-required drug testing program. Works with staff and vendors to ensure testing is completed in compliance with DOT requirements. Ensures that post-accident testing is conducted.
• Responsible for accident response, investigation, and tracking of all school/activity bus and transportation vehicle accidents/incidents. Tracks accidents and provides up-to-date statistical data regarding the accident program.
• Works with NCDMV School Bus and Traffic Safety to ensure proper licensing for school bus/activity bus drivers. Coordinates certification/licensing process which includes working with the NCDMV to ensure classwork, road work, and the entire licensing/hiring process is effective and efficient.
• Tracks driver assignments and vacancies.
• Administers school bus driver recruiting assistance to administrators in the GCS hiring process for school bus/activity bus drivers.
• Ability and willingness to work varied schedules as needed, including weekends.
• Coordinates school bus evacuation exercises.
• Coordinates with school administrators and HR to establish bus driver contracts.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Transportation Director and Transportation Manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED