Yuba City Unified School District DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATION DEFINITION: Under the direction of the Deputy Superintendent, plan, organize, control and direct District transportation services; coordinate, implement and maintain District bus routes and schedules; train and supervise the performance of assigned personnel, provides other essential job-related work as required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Plan, organize, control and direct District transportation services; coordinate and monitor the Transportation Driver Training Program and maintenance and repair programs for student transportation vehicles and automotive equipment. • Coordinate, implement and maintain District bus routes and schedules; evaluate bus stop locations and road and weather conditions and adjust bus routes accordingly; organize transportation services for field trips and special events. • Train and supervise the performance of assigned personnel; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions. • Provide technical expertise, information and assistance to the Deputy Superintendent regarding transportation activities; assist in the formulation and development of policies, procedures and programs to assure an economical, safe and efficient work environment; advise the Deputy Superintendent of unusual trends or problems and recommend appropriate corrective action. • Plan, organize and implement long and short-term programs and activities designed to enhance transportation programs and services; develop and implement Department policies, procedures and regulations. • Direct the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to transportation activities and personnel. • Communicate with other administrators, personnel and outside organizations to coordinate activities and programs, resolve issues and conflicts and exchange information; confer with administrators regarding student behavior issues and disciplinary actions; serve as the Department spokesperson to the media concerning transportation issues. • Develop and prepare the annual preliminary budget for the Department; analyze and review budgetary and financial data; control and authorize expenditures in accordance with established limitations. • Operate a computer and assigned software programs; operate other office equipment as assigned; operate a vehicle to conduct work. • Attend and conduct a variety of meetings as assigned. • Perform related duties as assigned. DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: • Planning, organization and direction of transportation services. • Methods and equipment used in the repair of school buses. • Methods and procedures of coordinating bus routes and assigning schedules. • Budget preparation and control. • Oral and written communication skills. • Principles and practices of administration, supervision and training. • Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures. • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. • Operation of a computer and assigned software. ABILITY TO: • Plan, organize, control and direct District transportation services. • Coordinate, implement and maintain District bus routes and schedules. • Supervise the performance of assigned personnel. • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. • Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures. • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with thers. • Operate a computer and assigned office equipment. • Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action. • Meet schedules and time lines. • Work independently with little direction. • Plan and organize work. • Prepare comprehensive narrative and statistical reports. • Direct the maintenance of a variety of reports and files related to assigned activities. • Maintain consistent, punctual and regular attendance. • Hear and speak to exchange information and make presentations. • Move hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard. • See to read a variety of materials. PHYSICAL ABILITIES: • Requires the ability to communicate on a formal and informal level with individuals both inside and outside the District setting. • Requires good hand-arm, leg-foot, and finger dexterity in order to drive a school bus, and operate a keyboard or other office equipment. • Must be able to stand, walk, climb, bend, twist, kneel, crawl and stoop for extended periods of time. • Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers; speaking and hearing to communicate in person, over the telephone, or by two-way radio. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: High School diploma or equivalent, supplemented by training and/or course work in business office management, computers or other related technical skills, and four years of progressively responsible experience in transportation, one of which should be in a management capacity. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Requires the ability to obtain a valid California Commercial Driver’s License; medical examination card; valid California Special Driver Certificate with a School Bus endorsement and a valid ARC First Aid Certificate. WORKING CONDITIONS: Office environment. Driving a vehicle to conduct work. 07/22/08