CHINO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Position Description

TITLE: DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATION

REPORTS: Assistant Superintendent,Facilities, Planning, and Operations

DEPARTMENT: Facilities, Planning, and Operations

CLASSIFICATION: Classified Management

FLSA: Exempt

WORK YEAR: 260

ISSUED: November 16, 2000

SALARY: Range 15

BASIC FUNCTIONS:
Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent, Facilities, Planning and Operations plans, develops, organizes, implements, monitors, evaluates and directs the District Transportation Department. Supervision of driver supervisor, dispatchers, bus drivers, mechanics, clerical and office personnel.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
Incumbents may perform any combination of the essential functions shown below. This position description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, knowledge, or abilities associated with this classification, but is intended to accurately reflect the principal job elements.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a single class position characterized by the responsibility to plan, organize, coordinate and supervise the District’s Transportation Department operations.

E = ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Provides general leadership, supervision, support and monitoring of transportation operations and personnel. (E)

2. Provides leadership that supports the process of education. (E)

3. Studies and analyzes pupil transportation requirements for each school area along with information regarding overflow and Special Education transportation needs received from various departments. Applies District policies and prepares/supervises the preparation of an integrated and efficient system of bus routes and schedules each school year; reviews audits, and modifies routes and schedules during the year as required. (E)

4. Supervises the scheduling of all maintenance and repair work on buses, automobiles, trucks, tractors, and other mechanical equipment using diesel, gas, and alternate fuels. (E)

5. Supervises the ordering and maintaining an inventory of all shop supplies, automotive equipment and related shop equipment. (E)

6. Supervises the preparation of time and material estimates of costs and records of time and material used. (E)

7. Directs vehicle maintenance personnel regarding methods and procedures of supply and equipment requirements. (E)

8. Supervises and evaluates assigned staff. (E)

9. Maintains information related to transporting students and the use of vehicles. (E)

10. Initiates the purchase and lease of buses and other fleet vehicles.

11. Investigates transportation-related and staff complaints.

12. Prepares boundaries for school transportation coverage.

13. Negotiates and promotes transportation business with other districts.

14. Oversees billing of transportation services performed for other districts. (E)

15. Prepares reports for administrative staff and Board use.

16. Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local rules and regulations concerning pupil transportation; maintains strict compliance with federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol regulations; keeps complete records and updated information on all California Highway Patrol (CHP) rules and regulations. (E)

17. Develops short- and long-range plans and programs for present and future student transportation needs. (E)

18. Investigates and prepares reports on school bus accidents, operations and costs. (E)

19. Purchases District transportation supplies; purchases District school buses and vehicles including preparing grants for school bus replacement.

20. Serves on a variety of committees related to transportation.

21. Analyzes needs and recommends improvements and policies based on data.

22. Develops and recommends annual budget; monitors and controls expenditures; maintains accurate and current cost analysis records; prepares transportation budget requests and data required for the annual J-141 report, and supervises maintenance of computerized record database. (E)

23. Communicates with District personnel and the community to resolve issues of concern; interfaces with CHP, the Department of Motor Vehicles, and other governmental agencies to coordinate transportation operations. (E)

Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES, AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Position requires completion of High School or equivalent. A bachelor’s degree in transportation management, public administration, business administration or a related field, preferred.

Five (5) years of increasingly responsible experience in transportation and/or equipment management, including three (3) years in a supervisory capacity.

Possession of a Class B driver’s license highly desirable; California State School Bus Driver’s Certificate highly desirable.

Must be insurable at standard rates and maintain such insurability during the course of employment.

Employment eligibility that may include fingerprints, health (TB) and/or other employment clearances.Must have a valid California driver’s license and automobile available for use. Must be willing to attend evening, night, and weekend meetings.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:
−Principles of leadership, administration, supervision, and training.
−Budget preparation and control.
−Operation of transportation system.
−Safe operation and methods of maintenance and repair for school buses and District vehicles.
−Efficient bus routing and scheduling, including home-to-school and field trips.
−Methods of scheduling routes and vehicles.
−Oral and written communication skills.
−Recordkeeping techniques.
−Various computer programs.
−California Vehicle Code, California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 13, and applicable sections of the California Education Code.

ABILITY TO:
−Train, supervise, and evaluate assigned staff.
−Ensure compliance with safety programs and procedures.
−Develop annual budget recommendations.
−Maintain accurate and current records of operations and cost.
−Prepare oral and written reports.
−Operate computers.
−Interpret, apply and explain laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures and contracts, which affect the District transportation program.
−Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
−Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of performing assigned duties.
−Maintain satisfactory rating from the Motor Carrier Division of the CHP.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:
−District office environment, school sites, Board meetings, and meetings with local, state, and federal agencies.
−Demanding timelines.
−Subject to driving to a variety of locations to conduct work during day and evening hours.
−Subject to frequent interruptions and extensive contact with staff members, vehicle maintenance personnel, and the public.
−Indoor and outdoor environment.
−Subject to various emergency situations.
−Occasional driving in adverse weather conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
−Ability to work with frequent interruptions.
−Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching, and reaching to retrieve and maintain files and records.
−Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
−Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and standard office equipment necessary to complete the required duties.
−Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone.
−Visual ability to read, prepare, process documents and to direct staff.
−Gross and fine motor abilities for occasional work in, under, and with mechanical parts of buses and other vehicles.
−Sitting for extended periods.
−Standing for extended periods.
−Walking for extended periods.
−Walking over rough or uneven surfaces.
−Occasional carrying, pushing, pulling, or lifting light equipment and supplies.
−Occasional kneeling, crouching, or stooping.
−Climbing and occasional use of stepladder.
−Regularly lift/move up to ten (10) pounds; frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds; and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.

HAZARDS:

−Extended viewing of computer monitor.
−Climbing, occasional use of stepladder.
−Noise from large vehicles.
−Some contact with toxic materials.
−Noxious fumes from vehicles.
−Stress from work complexities.
−May be exposed to contact with uncooperative or abusive individuals.
−Working around and with office and other equipment having moving parts.
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I have read the above position description and fully understand the requirements set forth herein. I hereby accept the position of Director, Transportation and agree to abide by the requirements and duties set forth. I will perform all duties and responsibilities to the best of my ability.

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(Signature of Employee)                        (Date)

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Chino Valley Unified School District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Division Human Resources.

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