Manager Transportation Special & Non Public

JOB SUMMARY
Assists in the day-to-day management of transportation operations and the professional and timely flow of communications between Transportation Specialists office support staff parents schools and contractors. Serves as the principal operational assistant and advisor to the Supervisor of Transportation.

Additional Work Days/Hours
Based on the assignment the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

• Ability to work flexible schedules
• Emergencies
• Evenings/Nights
• Extended hours
• Inclement weather conditions
• On call
• Summer hours

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides supervision over daily operational issues for Support Specialists Dispatch Manager Lead Driver Van employees and office support staff
• Develops effective processes for providing professional and timely communications using the most current and industry recognized technologies emails and phone calls.
• Works with Specialists and Routers to ensure all walk route surveys are completed and walk zone maps are accurate and up to date.
• Prepares a variety of reports Board exhibits and other documents; investigates problems or operational issues; gathers and analyzes data and assist with recruitment efforts.
• Responds to questions from the Board of Education administrators other school districts State officials and County offices.
• Keeps informed of Board of Education actions Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) Maryland Vehicle Administration (MVA) directives pertinent to the operation of the Transportation Division. Tracks all Board agenda items for the office.
• Serves on various committees and is responsible for developing and editing the committees reports and maintaining schedules for the Director of Transportations sponsored committees.
• Trains conducts observations and performance appraisals for Specialist and Support Specialist
• Utilizes AACPS computer software systems to research and analyze financial operational and project data.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• Bachelors Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university required;
• Masters Degree in related field of education from a regionally accredited college or university preferred;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge skills and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Experience

• Five (5) years experience in the field of school transportation safety and training scheduling and routing required; and
• Three (3) years experience in a supervisory or management role required.
• Three (3) years experience with Budget Finance Purchasing Planning Operations or Logistics Support preferred;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge skills and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge of the school system organization including operation and management of all departments divisions and offices.
• Demonstrated organizational analytical and planning skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Knowledge of relevant Federal and State Regulations and Board policies.
• Knowledge of current trends and research in field of specialization.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing Microsoft Office Suite -Word Excel Outlook and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications
Employee must retain active licenses certifications and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Hold or be eligible for Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B with Passenger Transport (P) and School Bus Authorized (S) endorsement (Maryland) issued by Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA) required.
• Hold or be eligible for Drivers License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and
• Proof of a good driving record required.
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
• Board Vehicle

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• Second level supervisor

People Management

• This position acts as the manager for 6 to 20 direct staff.
• This position acts as the manager for 11 to 49 indirect staff.
• This position manages 1 to 2 departments.

Management Duties/Responsibilities

• Interviews selects and trains employees.
• Directs the work of employees.
• Maintains records for use in supervision.
• Assess employees performance (productivity/efficiency) to make promotional recommendation/other status changes.
• Handles employee complaints/grievances.
• Disciplines employees.
• Plans the work.
• Determines the techniques to use.
• Apportions the work among the employees.
• Provides for the safety and security of the employees or the property.
• Monitors and implements legal compliance measures.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Walking: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Driving: over 2/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision
The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• No special vision requirements

Work Environment
Location

• Office school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Outdoor environment: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Street environment (near moving traffic): under 1/3 percent of the time
• In the community (homes businesses etc.): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Temperature Change: under 1/3 percent of the time

Exposure

• Wet or humid conditions (non-weather related): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Outdoor weather conditions: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): under 1/3 percent of the time

Noise Level

• Moderate: under 1/3 percent of the time

Weight & Force
Lifting and carrying requirements

• None:

Travel Requirements

• 20% weekly day travel within the county

JOB INFORMATION

ORGANIZATION

HR JOB INFORMATION

VR# 27019

Required Experience:

Manager