Transportation Specialist

Full-time, 12-month exempt position reporting to the Director of Transportation.

About the Role

Supports the Transportation Department through driver assistance, training, recruitment, and operational support. This position assists with route evaluations, driver training, recruitment activities, and specialty transportation functions to ensure safe, efficient, and effective transportation services.

Responsibilities

• Drive any assigned route and discuss problems or questions with drivers, providing guidance as needed.
• Assist with route evaluations and transportation service reviews.
• Support driver training and safety initiatives.
• Attend job fairs, back-to-school nights, and other events to recruit applicants; distribute hiring information and generate applicants.
• Establish contacts and build rapport with organizations and individuals to support recruitment efforts.
• Work with leadership staff to develop and maintain a comprehensive recruiting plan.
• Motivate others through positive reinforcement and promote a team-oriented work environment.
• Enforce all district and Transportation Department policies and procedures.
• Attend all required meetings and training sessions.
• Create and maintain analytical reports as needed.
• Work in specialty positions when required, including seat repair, training, DVR maintenance, and call center support.
• Assist with emergency bus evacuations when necessary.
• Assist with the delivery of transportation service evaluations to schools.
• Attend training classes as required.
• Perform any and all duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation or designee.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; some college preferred.
• Two (2) years of experience driving a school bus preferred.
• Experience in employee relations, training, and safety is preferred.
• Eight (8) to ten (10) years of experience in management and/or training.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in school transportation.
• Computer literacy with word processing, spreadsheets, and specialized software.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• State-certified driver training.
• Possession of a valid CDL with passenger, air brake, and school bus endorsements.
• State of Oklahoma school bus driving certificate.
• Ability to use sound judgment in any situation and respond quickly, decisively, and calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to receive and appropriately respond to direction from supervisors.
• Ability to adapt to changes in work assignments and respond professionally to complaints.
• Ability to work cooperatively with district employees and the public while achieving job objectives.
• Able to maintain a minimum of 95% attendance for assigned work schedule.

Physical Requirements

• Walking as required to access equipment and perform responsibilities.
• Sitting for extended periods during assigned routes.
• Use of hands and arms for driving, shifting, and operating bus doors.
• Climbing and descending bus stairs.
• Talking and hearing to communicate job-related duties.
• Sense of smell.
• Close, distance, color, and peripheral vision; depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must pass a DOT-qualified physical.

Environmental Conditions

• Exposure to extremes of heat and cold.
• Expected to safely operate assigned vehicles in all weather conditions and on varying road surfaces.