Supervisor, Transportation Regular Education 2024-2025 - Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or GED;
• Clear and valid Texas commercial driver's license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements;
• Must be at least 18 years of age;

Experience:

• Two years of experience as a safe school bus driver; 

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to effectively direct, manage, and motivate personnel;
• Ability to follow and give written and verbal instructions clearly and effectively;
• Ability to read and comprehend documents, including district policies and department guidelines and procedures;
• Proficient map reading skills;
• Ability to use a computerized routing system;
• Ability to pass drug and alcohol tests and annual physical exam;
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training;
• Ability to multi-task and demonstrate effective time management skills;
• Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to safely operate a school bus;
• Ability to serve as a role model to the employees and students;
• Ability to effectively manage student behavior and motivate students;

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:                      

250 days

SALARY/PAYGRADE:

$47,945(BA-1)

Salary (based on verifiable job-related experience) as set by the Board of Trustees for the 2023-2024 school year.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Supervise all non-shop employees in the absence of the department Director and the Assistant Directors/Area Directors;
2. Assist the Director and the Assistant Directors/Area Directors in determining the departmental structure and job descriptions by providing support and recommendations to employees;
3. Assist in the succession planning of key positions, including coordinating, evaluating, and approving departmental operations;
4. Coordinate, evaluate, and approve departmental operations;
5. Direct and manage bus drivers and attendants at assigned transportation centers including mentoring, motivating, and assisting employees with customer service, on-time performance, student management, regular and professional communication with parents and campuses, and writing clear and concise reports in a timely manner;
6. Interview driver and attendant applicants, make recommendations for hire, and assist with the onboarding process as required;
7. Confirm transportation eligibility in compliance with federal rules, TEA, and CFISD board policy;
8. Process transportation requests for students and create appropriate student bus stop locations to safely serve the students;
9. Determine student safety requirements, submit work orders as necessary, and maintain records of assigned equipment;
10. Review, edit, and approve employee timesheets, trip sheets, and absences using the designated software;
11. Ensure district policy and departmental guidelines are understood, enforced, and evident through one-on-one meetings/coaching sessions, staff/center meetings, and in-service training;  
12. Serve as a substitute driver, attendant, or dispatcher as needed;
13. Respond to emergencies as needed;
14. Other duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation, an Assistant Director, and the Area Director.
15. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervise and evaluate the performance of bus drivers and attendants.

EQUIPMENT USED:

School bus, communication equipment, computer, standard office equipment.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions. Continual sitting, reaching, standing, and repetitive hand and arm motions. Work outdoors and indoors. Moderate exposure to noise, extreme temperatures, and vehicle fumes. Frequent prolonged and irregular work hours (some nights and weekends as required).

DEADLINE TO APPLY:      

Until filled.

Applications will be reviewed.

Not all applicants will be interviewed.