TRANSPORTATION MANAGER - 26/27 SY

TRANSPORTATION MANAGER

 
The Phoenix Union High School District is proud to serve a diverse population of 24,000 students and 3,400 employees in Arizona's capital city.  With a portfolio of comprehensive schools, small specialty schools, support schools, micro schools, magnet programs, and extensive Career & Technical Education (CTE) offerings, PXU's schools of opportunity welcome, love, and inspire all students to go places and do things that matter.

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Transportation Director, the Transportation Manager organizes and coordinates the daily operations of the Transportation department to ensure safe and efficient pupil transporation, including routing, scheduling, vehicle maintenance, supervision and evaluation of transportation staff, managing budgets and completing reports for district, state and federal purposes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Provides management and supervision to the Transportation Department on day-to-day operations.
2. Monitors daily operations to assure that work is performed efficiently and in accordance with appropriate regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines.
3. Resolves or delegates daily operation problems and emergencies while coordinating with the Transportation Director on complex issues.
4. Establishes and enforces standards of acceptable appearance, safety, maintenance and preventative maintenance for buses and District vehicles.
5. Manages and coordinates student and District transportation for District-approved activities including but not limited to charter, rental and District owned vehicles.
6. Provides bus driver training to all bus drivers, in-service, renewal and ongoing as required by ADOT, and supports the completion of required reporting to the District, State and Federal agencies as appropriate.
7. Responds to and investigates complaints from community and stakeholders regarding transportation operations and resolves concerns in a timely and efficient manner.
8. Supports the relationship between the Phoenix Union High School District and the public by demonstrating courteous and professional behavior when interacting with students, parents, visitors, and school staff.
9. Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and school information.
10. Follows Governing Board Policies; performs all other related duties as required or assigned.

 
The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.
 
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:
Bachelor's Degree or college coursework in a logistics related field preferred AND three years of progressively responsible experience in transportation administration; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
 
License and Certification Requirements:
A valid Arizona State Driver's License and Commercial Driver's License (CDL). 
A valid First Aid and CPR certificates.

Must possess a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint clearance card within 90 days of employment.
 
IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 

• Knowledge of systems, programs, logistics and applications common in the transportation industry
• Skill and ability in building, managing and leading high achieving teams
• Ability to create and sustain a thriving learning and working environment for students and staff
• Skill in creating and implementing solutions to complex problems
• Skill in planning, prioritizing, and completing major projects
• Ability to build and operate within budgets
• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholder groups
• Ability to make decisions and manage a team in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to execute organizational goals and objectives
• Skill in writing professional reports and correspondence from brief instructions
• Skill in understanding, explaining, and applying relevant rules, regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to transportation services and mass transit

 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
 
Work is generally performed in a standard office environment. Additional physical demands include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, and near/far visual acuity/depth perception /color vision/field of vision.  May be required to lift 60lbs and work in environment with exposure to petroleum fumes and work occasionally outside.  May be required to work flexible hours including early morning and late evenings.  

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:   
 
Executive Director, Transportation Director   
 
SUPERVISION GIVEN:   As Assigned  

WHY WORK AT PXU

The Phoenix Union High School District is one of the State's largest employers. Our 3,400 education professionals are committed to providing an excellent learning environment for our students while enjoying an inspiring work environment for our staff.
 

 
 
The Phoenix Union High School District is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.  We value and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.  We make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.