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SUMMARY:

The Transportation Supervisor oversees the daily operation of the Transportation Department under the supervision of the Superintendent.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Washington State driver's license and willing to obtain a CDL with PS1 and air-brake endorsements.
• Washington State Patrol fingerprint clearance.
• Subject to routine drug and alcohol screening.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification or willing to obtain.
• Current Department of Transportation physical or willing to obtain.
• Transportation Supervisor maintains all vehicles according to the codes and specifications required by the State of Washington.
• Possess certification as a School Bus Driver-Trainer, or willing to become certified.
• Knowledge of Washington State pupil transportation rules and regulations; Washington State Pupil Transportation Manager Certificate preferred.
• Experience in the development and implementation of school bus driver training programs preferred or must be willing to become a driver trainer.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, schedule, coordinate, participate and supervise all facets of Transportation operations.
• Inspect buses for needed repairs and improvements.
• Plans for and implements annual summer maintenance program.
• Maintain district motor pool and assigns vehicles when travel has been properly approved.
• Throughout the year, check road conditions, driving practices, equipment condition, loading practices, and operating procedures; and follows up with corrective measures where appropriate.
• Perform road checks during inclement weather and confers with Superintendent to determine late start/school closures.
• Coordinate the district Safety Committee.
• Respond appropriately and quickly to any/all emergency situations involving transportation.
• Conducts frequent evacuation drills with school vehicles.
• Supervises regular and substitute bus drivers and completes annual bus driver evaluations.
• Ride buses to develop understanding of routes, student/family needs, and to support drivers.
• Complete annual bus Ridership report to OSPI.
• Works with drivers and staff to improve student conduct.
• Possess a high level of conflict resolution skills in dealing with drivers, parents, and members of the community.
• Provide instruction at all grade levels of correct procedures for school riders, emergency exit drills, and responsibilities as pedestrians.
• Investigate all complaints and incidents which may or may not lead to disciplinary action of a student or a driver.
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with community and staff.
• Recommends the selection of new employees, as part of the interview team process, and monitors and evaluates new employees through their probationary period.
• Understands and complies with union contract language and works with the Superintendent in all areas involving bus driving personnel.
• Prepares, recommends, and oversees the Transportation budget under the supervision of the Superintendent.
• Knowledge of PC computer and Microsoft Office programs.
• Maintains records, diary, and logs of all buses and fleet vehicles.
• Prepares payroll for Business Manager.
• Orders, inventories, and monitors all supplies, materials and equipment as needed/required by Transportation programs.
• Monitors due dates for driver physicals, CPR training, and license requirements.
• Knowledge of effective student management on school buses.
• Knowledge of routing software and creating efficient bus routes.
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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