Transportation Manager

The Opportunity Tree•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The Transportation Manager oversees the vehicle fleet across all agency locations. This role ensures compliance with state, federal (5310), and agency standards; manages maintenance, cleaning, and tracking; develops routes; and supervises Operations Technicians.

Requirements

Minimum of 18 years of age
Current driver license with Non-Restricted Motor Vehicle Record and compliance per the requirements of The Opportunity Tree’s insurance carrier.
Communicate in English; speech, write and read.
High school diploma or GED
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), online portal navigation, time management.
Personal enthusiasm for participation in a non-profit organization, which provides services to individuals with IDD.
Positive attitude and ability to represent The Opportunity Tree effectively in the community.
Ability to work collaboratively as a team member.
Successfully meet AZ-DPS requirements for Fingerprint Clearance Card; and complete and maintain all required training which may may include CPR, First Aid, and Article 9.
Reliable transportation and possible travel for The Opportunity Tree business.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years of transportation coordination and one (1) year of management experience preferred
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Schedule preventative and standard maintenance, repairs, inspections, and cleanings with mechanics, dealerships, and vendors.
Ensure all vehicles carry required equipment (first-aid kits, fire extinguishers) and legal documents (registrations, insurance, inspection logs).
Develop, coordinate, and personally conduct internal driver training programs to ensure all staff are fully trained and compliant with safety protocols.
Develop transportation routes and assign vehicles efficiently across all locations.
Maintain accurate fleet inventories, update digital management portals, and organize transportation records.
Manage Operations Technicians, coordinate vendor relationships, and enforce agency policies (e.g., fuel procurement, accident reporting).
Maintain confidentiality, uphold agency values, and advocate for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Maintains confidentiality of information regarding Members and The Opportunity Tree.
Compliant with attendance rules.
Comply and enforce the Policies, Procedures, and Regulations of The Opportunity Tree.
Other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

$1,000 hiring bonus for new full-time hires, paid after 12 full pay periods (approximately six months)!
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Accident Insurance
Short Term Disability
401(k)
11 Paid Holidays (full and part time; available immediately)
Paid Time Off (annual and sick leave; full and part employees; after 90 day; accured bi-weekly)
Employee Referral Bonus (refer a full or part time employee to earn bonus after about three months)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (all employees)