Transportation Coordinator

Position:

Transportation Coordinator

Type:

Public

Location:

Urban

Job ID:

123544

County:

Pima

Posted:

May 17, 2024

Contact Information:

Tanque Verde Unified School District

4201 N Melpomene Way, Bldg. #10

Tucson, AZ 85749

District Website

Contact:

Kelly Yslas

Phone: 520-749-5751

Fax: 520-749-5400

District Email

Job Description:

Job Summary:

Under supervision of the Transportation Manager, this position performs a variety of duties related to the safe and efficient routing, maintenance and operation of TVUSD's Transportation department.

This is a 30 hour per week, benefit-eligible position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Designs, coordinates, and works with department management to implement efficient routing using established district guidelines and the district computerized routing system.

• Coordinates bus repair work order management to insure availability of buses.

• Publishes bus route information making it available to others in the organization, as well as students and parents.

• Evaluates and modifies routes considering district routing guidelines, stop locations, blind corners, narrow roads, safe crossings for students, traffic density, speed limits, road obstacles, driver input, and efficiencies.

• Establishes and maintains accurate route maps in the computerized routing system.

• Communicates with district staff, third party service providers, department management, and parents to resolve issues or concerns about bus routes.

• Serves as part of the dispatch team to coordinate bus transportation throughout the district.

• Looks for opportunities to improve routing efficiency and communication within the district. Uses automated systems to track and report actual route information.

• Works with department management and the software vendor to maintain current updates to the computerized routing system, once in place.

• Prepares route maps and schedules for drivers and schools including detailed route times and driver hours required.

• Provides back-up support to other positions in the Transportation Department in case of absence including clerical, fueling, dispatch, bus monitor and scheduling.

• Provide support for scheduling bus trips that are not part of the day-to-day routing.

• Is familiar with and adheres to all relevant District Board policies, administrative regulations, and building rules.

• Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, parents, and community members and resolves conflict in a professional manner.

• Works independently and cooperatively in teams with other staff members and students.

• Attends staff meetings.

• Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours, as required.

• Completes appropriate logs, forms and paperwork, as required.

• Reports safety, sanitary and fire hazards immediately to supervisor.

• Performing related duties consistent with job description and assignment.

• Performs service and maintenance to district vehicles such as cleaning interior and exterior, fueling the vehicle, and light bulbs.

• Inspects district vehicles fluids and mechanical functions and reports maintenance requests.

• Refers parent complaints or discipline problems to Transportation Manager for actions designed to improve student safety.

• Instructs students on bus safety and provides guidance and discipline to students as appropriate.

• Maintains daily log of bus inspection.

• May assume alternate routes when needed (other than assigned routes).

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with school administrators, staff, contractors, and vendors.

• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues in a timely and efficient manner.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise good judgment in handling sensitive information.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to maintain composure and to manage stressful situations.

• Ability to adapt to changing needs and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Knowledge of of state and federal laws and regulations related to school transportation.

• Skill in operating a bus, van and motor vehicle.

• Basic skills with computers and mobile devices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Any equivalent combination of experience, training and/or education as approved by the district.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.

• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to climb stairs and ladders.

• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions.

This position may require some evening or weekend work depending on the needs of the district.

The job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Transportation Coordinator's position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties or responsibilities associated with the position.

Other:

To apply, please visit our website http://www.tanqueverdeschools.org. Job postings are located under the Human Resources tab, then click on employment opportunities. Thank you for applying with TVUSD.