Director of Transportation

Salary : $117,935.00 – $150,976.00 Annually

Location : Madera, CA

Job Type: Permanent

Job Number: HRA23DOT

Department: Deputy Superintendent’s Office

Division: Transportation Department

Opening Date: 10/18/2023

Closing Date: 11/16/2023 4:00 PM Pacific

Definition
Under the general direction of the Deputy Superintendent, the Director of Transportation supports the educational process with specific responsibility for directing transportation programs and services; providing information and serving as a resource to others; achieving defined objectives by planning, evaluating, developing, implementing, and maintaining services in compliance with established guidelines; and serving as a member of the leadership team. The incumbent in this classification provides the school community with student transportation services which directly support student learning and achievement.
Examples of Duties/Essential Job Functions
The following alphabetical list of functions, duties, and tasks is typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform other closely related or department-specific functions, duties, and tasks from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Assesses incidents, complaints and/or accidents for the purpose of reaching and/or recommending a resolution.
• Collaborates with internal and external personnel (e.g., other administrators, auditors, public agencies, community members) to implement and/or maintain services and programs.
• Compiles data from a wide variety of sources (e.g., investigating complaints, transportation budge expenditures, payroll) to analyze issues, ensure compliance with organization policies and procedures, and/or monitor program components.
• Conducts accident investigations (e.g., reviews events, prepares and submits accident reports) to comply with legal requirements and insurance carrier procedures.
• Conducts classroom and behind-the-wheel bus driver training, as needed, to present, reinforce and/or develop Bus Driver skills including State Department of Education requirements; conducts regular in-service safety training meetings, as needed, to inform Bus Drivers of changes in laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Coordinates student transportation activities with school officials, department heads and other interested groups or individuals to ensure that District transportation needs are met.
• Directs and oversees Transportation Department operations, the maintenance of services, and the implementation of new programs and/or processes to provide services within established timeframes and in compliance with related requirements.
• Monitors budget allocations, expenditures, fund balances, and related financial activities to ensure that allocations are accurate, revenues are recorded, 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., recruiting, interviewing, recommending new hires, training, supervising, evaluating) to maintain necessary staffing, enhance productivity of staff, and ensure necessary departmental program outcomes are achieved.
• Prepares a wide variety of materials (e.g., maps, transportation budget input, route reports, state reporting) to document activities and issues, meet compliance requirements, provide audit references, and/or provides supporting materials for requested actions.
• Researches a variety of topics (e.g., new bus routes, bus schedules, new equipment, materials, bus policies) to develop new programs/services, ensure program compliance with established requirements, secure general information and/or respond to requests.
• Responds to a variety of inquiries to identify the relevant issues and recommend or implement a plan of action that will efficiently resolve the issue.
• Supervises the development of a comprehensive vehicle maintenance program and systems for school buses and other vehicles to ensure the safety and repair of District vehicles.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit and the District, including various mandatory District trainings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
(At time of application)
Knowledge of:

• Proper operations of school buses and school transportation vehicles
• Safe and defensive driving methods and techniques
• All applicable provisions of the California Vehicle Code, California Code of Regulations, and Education Code relating to student transportation
• Methods and procedures used in the instruction of Bus Drivers in all phases of classroom, First Aid, and behind the wheel training as outlined in the instructor’s manual for California Bus Drivers’ Training Course
• Principles of training and providing work direction
• Basic maintenance requirements
• District geographic areas
• Appropriate Health and Safety regulations, safety precautions and procedures
• Standard first aid procedures
• Proper lifting techniques
• Record-keeping and report preparation techniques
• Budget management and accounting
• Personnel processes including hiring, training, evaluating, and disciplining

Skills and Abilities to:

• Operate school buses and school transportation vehicles in a safe manner
• Communicate clearly and concisely in both oral and written forms
• Evaluate schedules and meet deadlines
• Plan and organize activities and projects
• Administer first aid
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy with students, administration, and staff
• Prepare and maintain records and reports
• Use English in both written and verbal form
• Use standard office equipment; operate computer and applicable software
• Plan classes, events, renewal classes and in-service safety training and set annual calendar
• Communicate with State agencies governing school bus driving
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with staff, students and the public
• Create safe environment for students
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions
• Work independently
• Independently solve problems, analyze issues, and create action plans
• Make quick and accurate decisions
• Make common sense decisions in potentially critical situations
• Apply integrity and trust in all situations
• Maintain confidentiality of student and staff records
• Learn District organization, operations, procedures, policies, objectives and goals

RESPONSIBILITY:
Responsibilities include working independently under broad organizational guidelines to achieve unit objectives: managing a department; and directing the use of budgeted funds within a work unit. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job’s functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.
Employment Standards/Minimum Qualifications
JOB QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:
(At time of application and in addition to the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed above.)

EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Graduation from high school or equivalency required and course-level training in transportation.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Five (5) years of increasingly responsible transportation experience, which includes two years of supervisory experience in transportation management.

LICENSE(S) REQUIRED:

• Possession of a valid California Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements and remain insurable at the District’s standard insurance market rate. Current DMV report.
• Valid California Special Driver’s Certificate for School Bus
• U.S. Department of Transportation DL-51 Medical Examiner’s Certificate
• Valid First Aid Certification (as required to maintain valid and current CA Special Driver’s Certificate for School Bus)

Possession of, or ability and qualifications to obtain the Certificate(s) listed below within 12 months of appointment and failure to do so will result in termination.

• Valid School Bus Driver Instructor’s Certificate preferred

CERTIFICATIONS AND TESTING REQUIRED:

• Pass the District’s applicable proficiency exam for the job class with a satisfactory score
• After offer of employment, obtain:
  • Criminal Justice and FBI Fingerprint Clearance
  • Negative TB test result plus periodic post-employment retest as required (currently every four years)
  • Post-employment random drug screen testing, as currently required under DOT regulations, to maintain California Commercial Driver’s License through District’s provider at District’s expense

SALARY SCHEDULE:
Classified Management Salary Range -31
Work Calendar – 261 Days
Examination/Selection Process
Materials Required *:
1. Completed application
2. (2) Letters of Recommendation (must be dated within the past 2 years)
3. A copy of official high school transcripts or equivalent (or a copy of official college degree if completed)
4. Resume
5. Valid California Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements and remain insurable at the District’s standard insurance market rate. Current DMV report.
6. Valid California Special Driver’s Certificate for School Bus
7. U.S. Department of Transportation DL-51 Medical Examiner’s Certificate
8. Valid First Aid Certification (as required to maintain valid and current CA Special Driver’s Certificate for School Bus)

The examination process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. No additional information will be accepted from applicants once the application has been submitted. Only the most qualified applicants, who pass the minimum qualifications review, will be invited to the examination process.

The examination process will include a presentation exercise ( weighted at 40%) and an oral examination (weighted at 60%) – INTERVIEW TENTATIVE DATE – Tuesday, November 28 , 2023. Those candidates achieving a passing score of a minimum of 70% on the presentation exercise and the oral examination will be placed on the Eligibility List.

The Eligibility List is valid for one (1) year from the certified date. The top three (3) ranks will be forwarded to the Hiring Authority for final interview and selection.

To move forward in the selection process, you must complete an online application through this website. Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application. SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION: ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.
When completing the application, please make sure you include ALL current and previous employment in the Work Experience section of the application and complete ALL fields, including the name and contact information of your supervisors. The experience that is included in the resume but not in the Work Experience section of the application may not be considered for the purpose of determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

All required documents must be submitted by the applicant. Personnel Commission staff will not upload your documents for you. If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please contact the Personnel Specialist – Lead, Mary Siegl at (559) 675-4500 Ext 279 or email

ACCOMMODATIONS: Individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodation in the selection process must inform the Madera Unified School District Personnel Commission Department in writing no later than the filing date stated on the announcement. Those applicants needing such accommodations should document this request including an explanation as to the type and extent of accommodation needed to participate in the selection process.

The Governing Board desires to provide a positive work environment where employees and job applicants are assured of equal access and opportunities and are free from harassment in accordance with the law. The Board prohibits district employees from discriminating against or harassing any other district employees and job applicant on the basis of the person’s actual or perceived race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, or sexual orientation.The following person is designated as the Title IX Coordinator:

Prince MarshallExecutive Director of Student and Family Support Services
1820 Howard Road, Madera, CA 93637
559-416-5826

Full-time permanent positions (more than 4 hrs/per day) provide an attractive benefit package which includes health, dental and vision coverage for the employee and eligible dependents. For a detailed list of benefits, visit our website links below.

https://www.madera.k12.ca.us/Page/9901

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To be properly and promptly notified of the status of my application, I understand that I must provide on my application, the following information:- Working e-mail address- Telephone NumberI understand that I must provide a working email address on my application where I will receive notifications regarding the status of my application and the selection process.I understand that important information regarding the status of my application and the selection process will only be sent via E-MAIL to the email address I provided.I understand that it is my responsibility to ensure that the email address I provided is a working email and that I will check my email regularly to ensure that I receive any communication as it related to this application promptly.I understand that the Madera Unified School District Personnel Commission is not responsible for any lost or redirected email and that it is my responsibility to add info@schooljobs.com to my email contact list to avoid email notifications related to this application from being classified as “spam” or “junk” email. I have read these statements to their fullest and will provide a working e-mail address on my application to receive the status of my application.

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I understand that I am required to describe, in detail, my appropriate qualifying experience in the Work Experience section of my application. I understand that I must indicate my appropriate job classification in my work history and not any working title that I believe is designated to me.I understand that if I attach a resume and/or cover letter in lieu of completing any portion of the application, my application is incomplete and will not be considered for this examination, and my application will not be further processed. I understand that I must completely answer each supplemental question with the required information. Failure to do so will cause automatic disqualification.I have read these statements to their entirety and understand them completely and their fullest.

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I have attached a copy of my high school diploma or official high school transcripts or high school equivalency or higher college degree if completed. Failure to do so may make my application deemed incomplete.

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I have attached recent letters of recommendation and my resume. Failure to do so may make my application deemed incomplete.

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I have attached a copy of my class A or B Commercial Driver’s license with School Bus endorsement. Failure to do so may cause my application to be disqualified.

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I have attached a current copy of my DMV printout.

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I have attached a copy of my valid California Special Driver’s certificate for School Bus. Failure to do so may make my application disqualified.

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