Special Education Transportation Manager - IDEA Austin (Immediate Opening)

About the role

The SPED Transportation Manager (TSM) will manage the daily operations, programs, and staff of the Transportation SPED Department. The role ensures operational readiness, effectiveness, and efficiency at the campus level, adhering to DOT, TXDOT, LADOT, and TEA policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises SPED Assistant Managers
• Performs some overnight work-related travel

Essential Duties

• Build tools to drive results in processes
• Improve operational systems, processes, and policies
• Develop efficient transportation solutions for new and existing campuses
• Coordinate with vendors for new campus planning
• Evaluate financial variance and establish recovery actions
• Monitor Transportation Performance Tracker and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Ensure organizational goals and objectives are met
• Create and enforce safety policies and procedures
• Investigate workplace incidents and assist in disciplinary decisions

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Educate regional team on financial and operational performance metrics
• Partner with Finance and Procurement Manager for operational efficiency training
• Assist in creating and maintaining safety policies and procedures

Knowledge and Skills

• Make strategic decisions
• Manage work and teams
• Grow self and others
• Build a culture of trust
• Communicate deliberately

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required or 5+ years relevant experience
• At least 2 years experience in Special Education field
• At least 5 years progressive experience in Transportation Operations

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master of Business Administration or related advanced degree preferred

Physical Requirements

• Continuous use of hands, fingers, and wrists for technical work
• Verbal, auditory, and written capabilities for technical information
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 30 pounds

What We Offer

• Compensation range: $72,785 - $84,431, commensurate with experience
• Performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Disability, life insurance, parenting benefits
• Flexible spending account options
• Generous vacation time
• Referral bonuses
• Professional development
• 403(b) plan

Application Process

Submit your application online through Jobvite. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.