Job Description:

Phoenix Elementary is currently hiring a Transportation Supervisor to join our team.

The Transportation Supervisor will develop and direct student transportation and student safety, as well as provide a continued specialized safety and skills improvement training program that ensures the highest qualified transportation staff.  The program must include all pupil transportation laws outlined by State and Federal Rules Regulations and District Policies.  Provides supervision of all employees involved in pupil transportation.

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:            

Additional duties may be assigned

Effectively utilizes district technologies appropriate to the position and assumes responsibility for attending district training needed to successfully perform designated responsibilities as directed by the Director.

• Supervises transportation employees: Bus Driver/Trainers, Bus Drivers/Support Personnel, Substitute Bus Drivers and Bus Attendants.
• Maintains regular attendance.
• Complies with State Law and District policies and regulations.
• Schedules, supervises, and trains Bus Drivers, Bus Attendants, students and others in school bus emergency procedures and evacuations to meet all Federal, State, and local laws, rules and Regulations.
• Supervises and instructs all phases of school bus operating procedures to all new and continuing employees.
• Administers ArizonaState classroom examinations and behind-the-wheel examinations to newly trained drivers for certification in accordance with state rules and regulations.
• Responsible for maintaining drivers’ training records and having them available for inspection by the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
• Participates in all department staffing needs and interviews and evaluates potential staff as needed, makes recommendations on their employment, transfer, promotion and release.
• Participates in the evaluation of the performance of all transportation staff pursuant to Board policies.
• Communicates and facilitates with school administrators, bus drivers, attendants, students, parents and others to resolve conflicts regarding bus-riding privileges.
• Communicates effectively with schools, parents, transportation staff and others.
• Performs dispatcher duties when needed.
• Makes emergency decisions and last-minute changes to ensure safe, smooth operation of transporting students.
• Accident evaluation, completion of reports, and submits to proper agencies.
• Evaluates and advises for industrial accidents involving transportation employees.
• On-call for emergencies during off-duty hours.
• Works with vendors/suppliers providing contracted services, assistance and/or tasks.
• Manages the Federal Omnibus Controlled Substance testing.
• Cross-trained in all phases of transportation office procedures and operations to ensure safe, efficient transportation for students in the absence of another member of the transportation management team.
• Substitutes as a school bus driver in times of excessive absences and/or emergencies.
• Works closely with the Transportation Director in developing the transportation budget. 
• Works closely with the Transportation Lead Mechanic to ensure all district school buses are maintained in accordance with Arizona State School Bus Standards.
• Submit all reports required by State authorities. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises bus drivers/trainers, bus driver/support personnel, substitute bus drivers, and bus attendants.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent required, college coursework preferred.
• Training in administration, management, or communications is desirable.
• Supervisory or personnel management experience.
• Minimum 5 years experience as a certified school bus driver.
• Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver License with passenger and air brake endorsements.
• Must possess strong Human Relations and communication skills.

Our district is committed to fostering an inclusive and nurturing learning environment for both students and staff alike. Our commitment to you is to enrich your experiences through support and collaboration anchored by a community of dedicated and passionate learners where your expertise, perspectives, and contributions are valued, appreciated, and expected. Please visit our website at phxschools.org to learn more about our district and generous benefit options and submit your online application for consideration.