Transportation Coordinator

Blue Ridge School District•Lakeside, AZ

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About The Position

The Transportation Coordinator coordinates and supports the daily operation of Blue Ridge Unified School District’s transportation department to ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation of students. The position assists with route planning and scheduling, driver supervision, state reporting, vehicle fleet management, and compliance with federal, state, and district transportation regulations. The coordinator works with transportation staff, school administrators, parents, students, and community members to manage transportation services and resolve concerns. The role also supports driver and fleet coordination, safety and compliance activities, reporting, budgeting, and transportation funding requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Valid Arizona Driver’s License.
IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Knowledge of school transportation operations and routing principles.
Knowledge of Arizona pupil transportation regulations and safety standards.
Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize multiple assignments.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to supervise and work effectively with diverse staff.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, student information systems, and transportation routing software.
Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds.
Ability to work in an office, transportation facility, and outdoor environments.
Ability to respond to transportation emergencies outside regular work hours when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or higher in transportation management, business administration, or a related field.
At least three years of experience in school transportation, logistics, fleet operations, or a related field.
Experience with scheduling, routing, and supervision.
Arizona School Bus Driver Certification and CDL, or ability to obtain them if required by the district.

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily school bus routes, schedules, and transportation assignments.
Assist with planning and optimizing routes using routing software and student enrollment data.
Coordinate transportation for regular education, special education, extracurricular activities, field trips, and athletic events.
Respond to transportation concerns, emergencies, accidents, and route changes.
Communicate route information and transportation issues to school administrators, parents, students, and transportation staff.
Assist with recruiting, training, scheduling, and evaluating school bus drivers and transportation personnel.
Maintain driver certification records and ensure compliance with licensing requirements.
Coordinate substitute driver assignments and route coverage.
Monitor driver attendance, work schedules, and timekeeping records.
Ensure compliance with Arizona DPS, Arizona DOE, FMCSA, and district regulations.
Maintain transportation records required by state and federal agencies.
Coordinate and document required safety meetings, driver training, and certifications.
Assist with accident investigations and corrective action plans.
Ensure adherence to district safety procedures and student transportation policies.
Coordinate vehicle maintenance schedules with mechanics and service providers.
Maintain records of inspections, repairs, fuel usage, and preventive maintenance.
Monitor fleet condition and assist with vehicle replacement and acquisition planning.
Ensure buses meet state inspection requirements.
Prepare reports on transportation operations, mileage, ridership, maintenance, and costs.
Assist with transportation budgeting and expenditure tracking.
Maintain records required for Arizona State transportation funding and reimbursement programs.
Support annual audits and state reporting requirements.
Respond professionally to parent, staff, and community inquiries.
Investigate and resolve transportation concerns in a timely manner.
Promote positive relationships between the transportation department, students, families, and district stakeholders.