Job Summary
The Transportation Manager assumes the duties and responsibilities as related to supervising and training personnel, as well as, dispatching, routing, and scheduling buses. Also, manages overall operation of the Transportation Department.
Minimum Qualification:Bachelor
Experience Level:Management level
Experience Length:5 years
Job Description
Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Develops a timely and efficient bus schedule which allows students to be transported to and from school in a manner which supports the Traffic Laws and Acts
Coordinates with teachers and school management the use of Transportation Department vehicles to transport student and/or staff to special education functions and events
Assesses bus routes and other transportation functions to ensure that maximum safety, service, etc. are being attained, makes adjustments when necessary if maximum potentials are not being reached
Recommends all Transportation Department employees for hire, transfer and promotion
Develops training manuals and maintains training records for all Transportation Department drivers and assigns training tasks to experienced workers
Communicates and promotes high expectations for staff and employee performance in a supportive way and provides proper recognition of excellence and achievement
Defines job performance expectations of staff, evaluates job performance, conducts conferences and/or improvement plans to ensure the best operation of the Department
Resolve worker problems or collaborate with employees to assist in problem resolution.
Review requests, schedules, and notices to determine work sequences, and destinations.
Ensures that bus drivers are familiar with procedures in dealing with misconduct/conflicts
Participates in relevant professional growth experiences which expand knowledge of operating the department
Monitor field work to ensure that it is being performed properly.
Receives and files current enrollment reports (by geographic area)
Prepares and submits all reports required by the school board
Reviews purchase requisitions for the Transportation Department
Provides the Purchasing Department with bid specifications when attaining new buses
Prepare, compile, and submit reports on work activities, operations, and work-related accidents
Develops procedures for extracurricular trips involving Transportation Department vehicles and personnel
Coordinates the rental of charter buses and other vehicles used in field trips and staff functions
Ensures that all vehicles in the Transportation Department are adequately maintained by overseeing or scheduling repairs and preventive maintenance of vehicles and other equipment
Inspect or test materials, stock, vehicles, equipment, and facilities to ensure that they are safe, free of defects, and consistent with specifications.
Ensures that data is maintained in relation to fuel expenditures per vehicle
Accepts responsibilities for registering, licensing and maintaining a maintenance log for all vehicles
Keeps abreast of current specifications required by the law regarding school buses & interpret transportation regulations, safety regulations for employees.
Safeguards the transportation inventory and follows appropriate accounting procedures
Compute and estimate personnel requirements.
Demonstrates awareness of school/community needs, and initiates activities which address such needs
Responds in a positive and professional manner to parents who have problems or express concerns
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Current Bus Driver Certification is an added advantage
Commercial Driver’s License
3-5 years’ experience in a similar role preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience in training and management or supervision and knowledge of transportation preferred
Experience in field of fleet management
Technology proficient
Experienced bus driver
Proven skills in leadership, management and team building
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Interested persons should submit their applications together with:
Copies of all academic qualifications (transcripts and certificates)
Their detailed CVs and their contact mobile telephone numbers
3 work references and /or academic references
Send application, CV with all relevant testimonies and reference letters by Monday 17th February 2020
Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Develops a timely and efficient bus schedule which allows students to be transported to and from school in a manner which supports the Traffic Laws and Acts
Coordinates with teachers and school management the use of Transportation Department vehicles to transport student and/or staff to special education functions and events
Assesses bus routes and other transportation functions to ensure that maximum safety, service, etc. are being attained, makes adjustments when necessary if maximum potentials are not being reached
Recommends all Transportation Department employees for hire, transfer and promotion
Develops training manuals and maintains training records for all Transportation Department drivers and assigns training tasks to experienced workers
Communicates and promotes high expectations for staff and employee performance in a supportive way and provides proper recognition of excellence and achievement
Defines job performance expectations of staff, evaluates job performance, conducts conferences and/or improvement plans to ensure the best operation of the Department
Resolve worker problems or collaborate with employees to assist in problem resolution.
Review requests, schedules, and notices to determine work sequences, and destinations.
Ensures that bus drivers are familiar with procedures in dealing with misconduct/conflicts
Participates in relevant professional growth experiences which expand knowledge of operating the department
Monitor field work to ensure that it is being performed properly.
Receives and files current enrollment reports (by geographic area)
Prepares and submits all reports required by the school board
Reviews purchase requisitions for the Transportation Department
Provides the Purchasing Department with bid specifications when attaining new buses
Prepare, compile, and submit reports on work activities, operations, and work-related accidents
Develops procedures for extracurricular trips involving Transportation Department vehicles and personnel
Coordinates the rental of charter buses and other vehicles used in field trips and staff functions
Ensures that all vehicles in the Transportation Department are adequately maintained by overseeing or scheduling repairs and preventive maintenance of vehicles and other equipment
Inspect or test materials, stock, vehicles, equipment, and facilities to ensure that they are safe, free of defects, and consistent with specifications.
Ensures that data is maintained in relation to fuel expenditures per vehicle
Accepts responsibilities for registering, licensing and maintaining a maintenance log for all vehicles
Keeps abreast of current specifications required by the law regarding school buses & interpret transportation regulations, safety regulations for employees.
Safeguards the transportation inventory and follows appropriate accounting procedures
Compute and estimate personnel requirements.
Demonstrates awareness of school/community needs, and initiates activities which address such needs
Responds in a positive and professional manner to parents who have problems or express concerns
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Educational Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree preferred
Current Bus Driver Certification is an added advantage
Commercial Driver’s License
3-5 years’ experience in a similar role preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Experience in training and management or supervision and knowledge of transportation preferred
Experience in field of fleet management
Technology proficient
Experienced bus driver
Proven skills in leadership, management and team building
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Interested persons should submit their applications together with:
Copies of all academic qualifications (transcripts and certificates)
Their detailed CVs and their contact mobile telephone numbers
3 work references and /or academic references
Send application, CV with all relevant testimonies and reference letters by Monday 17th February 2020
