Director of Fleet Services

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of federal, state, and local policies/codes and procedures regarding preventative fleet maintenance
• Comprehensive knowledge of daily personnel management of staff and recruitment
• Comprehensive knowledge of school bus safety and accident investigation requirements/protocols
• Thorough knowledge of vehicle maintenance management
• Ability to define and prioritize needs, develop short-term and long-term plans to meet those needs, and create appropriate workflow
• Skilled in technology with demonstrated ability to use spreadsheet software and word processing software
• Ability to maintain professional and emotional control under stress
• Ability to reflect appropriate response to situations, while maintaining a professional and personal demeanor
• Ability to learn and use specialized tools, equipment or software related to business needs
• Ability to develop, monitor, and implement a fiscally sound budget
• Ability to direct and evaluate the work of others
• Ability to implement local, state, and federal rules, guidelines, and procedures into daily business operations
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to reason, make judgments, and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to employ positive communication skills in all settings/mediums
• Ability to problem-solve utilizing sound judgment
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school system business
• Ability to develop related charts, graphs, reports, and records pertaining to school planning and strategy
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and exercise sound judgement
• Ability to conceptualize, initiate, monitor, and evaluate new and/or current programs
• Demonstrated ability to perform detailed work, planning, risk assessments, and associated risk mitigation actions
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a deadline-driven, rapidly changing team environment

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate assigned programs/staff in the district
• Investigate, analyze, and formulate methods for handling special projects/reports
• Develop, plan, and direct strategies and activities that enable the transportation maintenance area to operate efficiently and effectively
• Develop and monitor systems that measure the effectiveness of transportation maintenance area policies, guidelines, and procedures, recommending improvements that are consistent with the strategic plan and division goals
• Develop, implement, and monitor procedures and work plans; evaluate work products
• Collaborate and provide input on overall departmental budget; forecast budgetary needs
• Oversee cost containment and internal controls over the transportation maintenance area
• Research and recommend new techniques, technology, methodology, and developments pertinent in the transportation maintenance field
• Participate in the selection, installation, and maintenance of all bus-related technology
• Recommend fleet vehicle purchases and review State recommended bus replacements
• Monitor to ensure vehicles are properly registered with the DMV, have necessary tags, and appropriate taxes are paid
• Monitor and evaluate fuel truck schedules to achieve adequate levels of daily fueling for all buses
• Measure and analyze cost effectiveness of inventory levels and stocked parts
• Participate in the state's annual audit of fleet maintenance
• Supervise and participate in investigation of traffic accidents; support accurate and comprehensive reporting after an accident or incident
• Oversee and analyze accuracy of information in computerized state fleet and vehicle management system
• Participate in planning and coordination for facilities construction, bus parking lot layouts, or school renovations impacting bus traffic flow
• Complete local, state, or federal surveys and reports accurately and promptly
• Facilitate staff meetings and attend other related meetings as needed/required
• Participate in professional development workshops and leadership training
• Create an inclusive environment with positive communication/public relations
• Perform related work as assigned or required