Alabama Department Of Education Birmingham , AL 35202
Posted 3 weeks ago
Classified
Position
Central Office
Building Coordinator / Security
Job Number 2300272904
Start Date
Open Date 07/10/2023
Closing Date
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the transportation program in a school district. The work involves supervising the daily operations of the drivers and school buses for the school district.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Select drivers to be interviewed and recommended for employment
Ensure drivers and substitutes bus drivers are trained, certified, and available to meet requirements
Supervises school bus drivers
Assists with developing bus routes and schedules
Assists with the planning of training programs for drivers; administers the driver training program, maintains driver qualifications, and training records
Assists with the planning of safety programs for students and drivers, administers the student and driver safety program, and maintains safety records
Ensures drivers perform required daily bus inspections and cleanups, and that buses are washed
Ensures drivers maintain proper order on their buses and drivers us communication devices properly
Ensures drivers report bus mechanical problems to the shop staff in the appropriate manner
Ensures drivers keep accurate daily and monthly bus usage records
Helps to resolve complaints from principals, parents, student drivers, and others.
Gather data and prepare reports for the State Department of Education
Helps to reroute buses when planned schedules cannot be met
Assists with the inspection of routes before buses depart the terminal during bad weather
Knowledge of computer programs to maintain files, training records, driver qualifications, safety records, and other records
Ensures bus evacuation drills are conducted properly and maintain documentation of drills completed
Drives school buses when driver shortages occur
Assists with establishing operating procedures for drivers to follow
Coordinates attendance of drivers at initial and annual State of Alabama driver training sessions
Investigates driving records of driver applicants. Reports any traffic or arrest history or new occurrences
Ensures school bus accidents are properly investigated, reported, and documented
Coordinates student discipline with bus drivers and campus personnel
Ability to fill in for the Transportation Director when he/she is absent for conferences, vacations, etc.
Review video footage from school buses when needed or requested
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution preferred
Valid Alabama Driver's License with willingness to obtain a CDL (Class "B" Commercial Driver's License with "P" and "S" endorsements), and Alabama School Bus Driver Certification within 6 months
Minimum of 2 years successful experience as a supervisor in school transportation
Proficient with Microsoft Office products. Experience with Transfinder products preferred
Ability to relate and communicate with people in an effective and courteous manner
Experience and/or training in performing administrative and management functions, preferably in the area of school transportation
Knowledge of Birmingham/Jefferson County geography, and names and locations of schools and streets preferred. The ability to relate knowledge to routing of buses required
Must meet and maintain standards required by city vehicle insurance policy
Ability to demonstrate a high level of service delivery to ensure customer satisfaction
Ability to develop and follow detailed procedures, and ensure accuracy in documentation of data
Analytic and problem-solving skills with the ability to understand and perform data analysis
SUCH ALTERNATIVES TO THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS AS THE BOARD MAY REQUIRE.
Duty Days 240
Reports To Director of Transportation
Salary Range: From/To Classified Salary Schedule 14-4 ($62,316 - $80,951)
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