Transportation Supervisor

Bismarck Public Schools   Bismarck, ND   Full-time     Transportation
Posted on May 24, 2023
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Transportation Supervisor

The job of Transportation Supervisor is done for the purpose/s of supervising student transportation services and activities; overseeing assigned personnel; providing information to others; and scheduling work assignments within established time frames and standards.

This job reports to Director of Transportation Essential Functions -Assesses incidents, complaints and/or accidents for the purpose of resolving or recommending a resolution to the situation. -Conducts regular inspections for the purpose of ensuring work quality, performance and production, and assuring that staff performance is meeting established standards and expectations. -Coordinates with district personnel (e.g. schedules drivers and monitors, coordinate non driving assignments facilities and transportation Shop Supervisor, etc.) for the purpose of implementing and maintaining services and/or programs. -Directs department personnel for the purpose of prioritizing project deadlines and ensuring optimal utilization of personnel. -Implements assigned activities and/or projects for the purpose of delivering services in compliance with established guidelines. -Maintains personnel records, conduct evaluations, and monitors hours of the drivers for the purpose of providing assistance to the Assistant Director of Transportation and meeting regulatory requirements. -Monitors fund balances of assigned programs and related financial activity for the purpose of ensuring that allocations are accurate, related revenues are generated, expenses are within budget limits and/or fiscal practices are followed. -Participates in meetings, workshops and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions. -Performs personnel administrative functions (e.g. hiring, training, supervising, evaluating, providing professional development opportunities, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing, enhancing productivity of personnel and ensuring department/program outcomes are achieved. -Procures fuel, oil, shop supplies, etc. for the purpose of ensuring availability of required items for transportation department. -Recommends policies, procedures and/or actions for the purpose of providing direction for meeting the district's goals and objectives. -Responds to emergencies including afterhours situations for the purpose of addressing immediate safety concerns. -Supervises department personnel (e.g. hiring/termination recommendations, planning / scheduling / coordinating activities, training, advising, consulting, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that the department functions in a safe and efficient manner. -Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operation of pertinent software applications; performing necessary bookkeeping processes; keeping accurate records; and planning and managing programs and projects.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: bookkeeping principles; transportation rules and regulations; and transportation guidelines for the school district.

ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of varied types and/or purposes; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate to significant. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: problem solving; supervising others; working with diverse individuals; responding to emergency situations; and scheduling and supervising department personnel.

Responsibility Responsibilities include: Working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a department, large work unit, and/or across several small work units; tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization’s services.

Work Environment: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking, and 20% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes.

Required Testing: Job related experience within a specialized field is required. High school diploma or equivalent.

Certificates and License: Alcohol and Drug Test Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability Bus Driver’s Certificate Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance Tuberculosis Clearance Primary

Location: Facilities & Transportation

Salary Range:$76,315.00 - $76,315.00 / Per Year

Shift Type: Full-Time Job