Transportation Coordinator

About the role

The Transportation Coordinator is a full-time position reporting to the Lead Transportation Supervisor and supports nightly campus transportation operations by serving as the primary coordination point for drivers, students, and the Department of Public Safety (DPS).

Responsibilities

Responsible for active coordination of transportation services including Fixed Route and Safety Escort operations. Prioritizes incoming communications, responds to emergency and non-emergency calls, makes time-sensitive operational decisions, and resolves service disruptions to ensure continuity and efficiency of transportation services. Monitors daily transportation activity including driver routes, schedules, breaks, check-ins, vehicle usage, on-time performance, and video-streaming systems. Identifies operational issues, delays, or irregularities and takes corrective action or escalates as needed.

Requirements

Experience in transportation coordination, or a similar operations-based role preferred. Strong communication and customer service skills with the ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment. Working knowledge of transportation operations, DOT regulations, and safety standards preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Strong attention to detail with the ability to learn and apply procedures quickly. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and special events as required. Multi-task in a high-volume, community and student service centered environment.

Qualifications

Two-year degree or similar transportation dispatch logistics.