Transportation Program Manager

The Bush School values different perspectives and backgrounds inspires curiosity encourages a collaborative work environment and promotes compassion and kindness in our work together. Our employees are the key to building and sustaining this culture.

Transportation Program Manager (Seattle WA)

Full Time (1.0 FTE) Salary/Exempt

Year Long Schedule

* This position is eligible for health and retirement benefits (details during hiring process).

* This position requires applicants to be at the time of application legally authorized towork in the United States. The Bush School does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and will not consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.

The Bush School a K-12 progressive independent school located in Seattle WA is in search of an individual to join our Facilities Department as a Transportation Program Manager. We are seeking a candidate who is able to support the schools mission of diversity and inclusion and who has a background that demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of intercultural fluency. We are building a team in which diversity of experiences backgrounds and talents are valued and encourage those of diverse backgrounds to apply.

The Transportation Program Manager reports to the Facilities Director and is responsible for the planning implementation and management of all transportation services at The Bush School. This role oversees the transportation and parking operations ensuring the safe efficient and reliable transportation of students staff and community members. The Transportation Program Manager also develops and maintains relationships with vendors ensures regulatory compliance and implements initiatives to improve transportation services.

While other duties may be assigned a qualified candidate will be able to manage the key responsibilities and duties listed below:

Manage all aspects of transportation operations including vehicle maintenance and driver management. This includes The Bush Schools outsourced daily bus program and the schools fleet.

Manage a fleet of approximately 20 vehicles including buses vans and trailers used for daily operations athletics Outdoor Ed and other school programs.

Budget & Financial Oversight: Manage and monitor the transportation budget including fuel maintenance vehicle procurement and vendor contracts. Track expenses identify cost efficiencies and prepare reports to support decision-making and long-term planning.

Regulatory Compliance & Incident Response: Maintain up

-to-date knowledge of federal state and local transportation regulations including DOT and FMCSA rules and school bus/passenger vehicle safety standards. Serve as the point of contact for any transportation-related incidents including accidents vehicle breakdowns or safety concerns and implement appropriate follow-up procedures.

Implement school policies and procedures to promote a safe transportation environment.

Develop plan schedule and administer all triennial van/bus driver trainings; annually update driver training materials manuals and quizzes.

Manage fleet inspections ongoing maintenance and vehicle records and ensure fleet appearance appropriately reflects The Bush School standards and reputation.

Perform minor maintenance; check and maintain fluid levels replace batteries ensure all vehicle lights are operable and vehicles are sufficiently fueled cleaned and organized. Regularly inspect garage for safety security and equipment issues.

Ensure smooth traffic coordination and parking on and near campus at drop-off and pick-up as well as school events through training station assignments parking compliance and promotion of alternative modes of transportation.

Design implement and maintain systems for transportation records including but not limited to driver training history abstract pulls accident history fleet maintenance service and repair as well as parking infractions.

Serve as the neighborhood and school point-of-contact for all transportation-related inquiries complaints emails and phone calls for current and prospective families employees and community members.

Collect and use data to continually identify improvements to the transportation programs and services including the preparation and distribution of the annual transportation report.

Lead the development and implementation of longer-term transportation and parking plans that are in alignment with the schools goals and priorities.

Serve as an on-call after-hours emergency support for all school transportation needs.

Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Professional Competencies:

Bachelors degree is preferred

Program or project management experience three or more years

Strong commitment to diversity equity and inclusion is required

Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair

Familiarity with vehicle and roadway laws and ordinances

Background in driver training education is preferred

Successful Candidates will:

Have a philosophy that aligns with the schools mission and values please review the schools mission and values on our website ()

Maintain a strong work ethic with high standards of professionalism accountability and confidentiality

Possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide prompt courteous customer service

Have an open and collaborative work style with an openness to new ideas

Demonstrate resourcefulness and sound judgment in decision-making

Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills

Be able to organize and prioritize multiple projects while meeting deadlines in a time-sensitive environment

Apply a detail orientated approach to all work with a high level of organization and accuracy

Be proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Suite programs databases and web-based software

Additional Requirements:

Have a current Adult and Children CPR First Aid and AED Certification (or receive one soon after hire date provided by the school)

Washington State Drivers License

Meet the schools standards when completing two separate background screenings

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Compensation/Benefit Information for this position:

Salary Range: $80000-$90000 (based on years of experience)

The school offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package to benefits-eligible employees which includes:

o Employer-paid medical insurance for eligible employees (includes an employee paid buy-up plan option)

o Employer-paid dental and vision insurance for eligible employees

o Health Savings Account with employer contribution for eligible employees

o Medical dental and vision insurance for dependents of eligible employees (employee paid)

o Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care) available to eligible employees (employee paid)

o Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance for eligible employees

o Employer-paid Life Insurance for eligible employees

o Optional Voluntary Life Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)

o Optional Voluntary Accident Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)

o Optional Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance available to eligible employees (employee paid)

o Employee Assistance Program for eligible employees and their dependents

o School lunch discounts

o Free parking at Seattle WA campus

o Use of school fitness center

o Paid Time Off (sick leave vacation and personal days)

o Professional Development opportunities

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants interested in applying for this opportunity should visit our website at and navigate to the employment section of the website (found under the About Bush tab) for additional information/instructions.

If you are interested in working at The Bush School but this position doesnt fit your talents please visit our website for additional openings: .

While we sincerely appreciate all applications only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

The Bush School is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment recruitment admission or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race color creed religion sexual orientation national or ethnic origin disability gender gender identity gender expression or genetic addition The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment based on the basis of age or marital status.