Director of Transportation Services

Position Purpose:
Plan, direct, or coordinate the transportation operations within an organization or the activities of organizations that provide transportation services.

Essential Duties:
Provides leadership for district programs and/or support services so as to enhance the effectiveness of schools, and thereby, the performance of students
The Director of Transportation Services facilitates processes and engages in activities leading to:

• The development, implementation and evaluation of the pupil transportation program to meet requirements of district and building programmatic needs and the extracurricular activities program according to Board of Education policies
• Application of state statutes, rules, and regulations related to transportation services and recommendation of changes in Board of Education policies as these mandates are added or modified
• Development and dissemination of procedures for the emergency closing of schools and the coordination of these procedures with the COO
• Coordination and communication of safety and emergency procedures and preparedness to transportation staff and school personnel
• Database management and maintenance of the district map information in Infinite Campus for district enrollment analysis and boundary planning
• Direction of the preventive maintenance program for all district vehicles
• Prompt and thorough investigation of all accidents involving property damage to district vehicles and/or personal injury
• Engagement of building administrations in problem solving issues related to student transportation, student behavior, vehicle routing and parking
• Provision of school bus safety training program to ensure appropriate student behavior on school buses and school activities requiring transportation on school buses
• Preparation, implementation and monitoring of the department budget to provide continued economical, efficient, and reliable transportation programs to customers
• Preparation and submission of all local, state and federal reports related to student transportation as per requirements
• Timely submission of information to the COO concerning transportation plans and services
• Updating of and adherence to Board of Education policies, department procedures and guidelines and other procedures as may be established by district administration

Supervises and evaluates staff to promote their personal growth as well as to improve the effectiveness of district programs and services to schools and students
The Director of Transportation Services facilitates processes and engages in activities leading to:

• Provision of appropriate professional growth opportunities and training programs for personnel related to their job responsibilities and/or changes in policy or procedures
• Full implementation of all Littleton Public Schools procedures and guidelines for evaluation of staff, including completion of annual performance evaluations for all staff supervised by the director
• Ongoing and timely feedback to employees on the performance of their job responsibilities, enabling them to improve as necessary
• Collection and analysis by staff members of feedback and other information regarding the impact and effectiveness of their job performance, including the degree to which transportation services are meeting customer needs that shapes professional growth goals and plans

Demonstrates the personal and professional growth necessary for continuous improvement of district programs and services

• Maintenance of up-to-date knowledge and skills related to practices and trends in the transportation services area
• The collection and analysis of feedback and information related to effectiveness of performance of position responsibilities as the basis for professional growth/improvement goals and activities
• Full and prompt implementation of recommendations for growth or improvement from the COO
• Modeling for department staff of continued and purposeful professional learning related to position expectations

Collaborate with other staff, parents and community members to establish and achieve district goals and priorities
The Director of Transportation Services facilitates processes and engages in activities leading to:

• Involvement of all appropriate staff in the development, implementation and monitoring of plans to achieve district and departmental goals and plans
• A work environment that encourages individual creativity, new thinking and recognition for effort made
• Close cooperation with Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources in matters related to salary determination and working conditions for the Transportation Department
• Ongoing, proactive and appropriate verbal and written communication with schools, program directors and community regarding student transportation services
• A relationship with building administrators, program directors, community patrons and staff of external agencies in which information is constantly exchanged, ideas for improvement are explored and monitoring of systems is accomplished

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor's degree or higher preferred
• Criminal background check required for hire

Experience:

• Minimum of five years' experience in public schools administration and/or pupil transportation management, including planning, supervision and evaluation, application of information technology and leadership development
• Commitment to the education of students as the primary responsibility of the district
• Ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with district staff, members of the community and public agencies
• Meaningful oral and written communication skills with individuals and groups
• Commitment to efficient and effective use of resources; evidence of desire to apply creative initiative to shrinking financial resources
• Knowledge of current practices and trends in the transportation services areas
• Commitment to the application of technology in management of the department
• Evidence of continued professional training and growth

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Oral and written communication skills; English language skills

• Interpersonal relations skills; Customer service and public relations skills; Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations

• Personal computer and keyboarding skills; Advanced computer hardware and software skills; Operating knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office and Google

• Operating knowledge of and experience with general office equipment, including telephones, copier, fax machine, etc.
• Knowledge of operating, installing, supporting and maintaining PCs and associated application software preferred at hire
• Critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Bilingual oral and written communication skills preferred
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions; Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Speaks to students, parents, colleagues, and community with respect and dignity
• Uses team concepts to plan, problem solve, and share space, equipment, resources, and knowledge with coworkers; supports the ideas, efforts, and accomplishments of others
• Recognizes opportunities for improvement and/or implements improved methods within the limits of authority; adapts to changes in responsibilities and work schedule with a positive attitude
• Dresses appropriately for work requirements
• Maintains consistent, regular attendance at work; arrives and leaves work at scheduled times; respects time limits on breaks and lunch periods; and follows district procedures for absence reporting
• Promotes and follows Board of Education policies, building or department procedures, and any other rules and regulations as may be established by central, building, or department administration

253 day contract starts July 1, 2026 
Salary range: $106,635 - $133,898