Supervisor – Transportation Operations Position Available In Jackson, Missouri
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Job Description
Supervisor – Transportation Operations Lees Summit R-7 School District – 3.9 Lees Summit, MO Job Details Full-time $63,716 – $98,551 a year 1 day ago Qualifications CDL B Microsoft PowerPoint CPR Certification Microsoft Excel Mid-level Supervising experience Experience working with students Computer skills Bus driving School bus driving Full Job Description 2025-26 School Year 244 days/year 8 hrs/day
Purpose Statement :
The job The job of the Supervisor-Transportation Operations was established for the purpose/s of providing assistance in ensuring the safe, consistent and reliable daily operational performance of the department including the management of school bus routes employees, and the supervision of special assignments required to carry out this goal. The position is responsible for monitoring and supervising the computer routing system, including system maintenance, and the coordination of route changes. This job reports to Director of Transportation Essential Functions Develops processes for the purpose of assisting employees in route management and vehicle operations to maximize safety and efficiency Implements assigned activities and/or projects (e.g. DESE required student counts and mileage tracking, Head Start Auditing, etc.) for the purpose of delivering services in compliance with established guidelines. Collaborates with staff, parents and others on student transportation assignments for the purpose of implementing and maintaining services and/or programs Attends student IEP meetings for the purpose of providing input and representing the Transportation Department. Keeps current on latest trends and best practices and seeks ways to implement them into the department Assists in the implementation of employee training, for the purpose of ensuring all employees meet District, State and Federal requirements Assists in the performance evaluation of current employees and applicants for the purpose of ensuring that basic skills levels are met and are in compliance with certification requirements. Communicates utilizing a broad range of tools to employees, buildings, staff and others (e.g. rules, regulations, laws, procedures, etc.) for the purpose of providing information requesting follow-up action and/or implementing procedures. Assists in the Investigation vehicle accidents, minor incidents and employee injuries for the purpose of improving procedures and complying with established guidelines. Maintains manual and electronic documents, files and records for the purpose of documenting activities and/or providing an up-to-date reference and audit trail. Assists in the development and auditing of school bus routes for the purpose of ensuring they meet the needs of the district and are designed with the greatest efficiency possible. Supervises assigned personnel for the purpose of prioritizing project deadlines and ensuring optimal utilization of personnel. Participates in unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions. Prepares a variety of documents and reports (e.g. activity reports, training handouts, Individual Transportation Plans, driver evaluations, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or training materials to bus driver, other district personnel and outside agencies as required by established policies and/or regulatory guidelines.. Other duties as assigned by supervisors. “Fulfill substitute school bus driver criteria” Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. The Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is regularly required to work outside in the elements. The position is an on-call position after hours and weekends Assists is the arrangement and attends meetings for the purpose of maintaining familiarity with the different types of district buses.
Job Requirements:
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities (Minimum Qualifications) Skill-Based Competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: Operating standard office equipment Using pertinent software application Preparing and maintaining accurate records Operating heavy and light duty vehicles Knowledge-Based Competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: Safe driving practices Follow provisions of the motor vehicle code and the education code applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting school students State licensing requirements. Ability to learn district roads and the to read maps Ability-Based Competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: Ability to teach employees proper skills and techniques to assist them in working with students and vehicle operations Ability to comprehend and construct communications using multiple types of media such as phones, email, memos, letters and share information in one-on-one situations Ability to operate a computer using Excel, Power Point, Word and other specialized programs Ability to communicate verbally with a broad range of people Adapting to changing work priorities. Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships Must maintain regular attendance throughout the year to perform the duties of a rigorous work schedule. Work Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, some stooping, kneeling crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 70% sitting, 15% walking and 15% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes. Required Testing Pre-employment Drug Screening Pre-employment Physical Exam Certificates & Licenses Commercial Driver’s License class “B” with endorsements for Passenger and School Bus Transfinder Certification State Certification to Train School Bus Drivers preferred Substance Abuse Recognition Supervisory Certification preferred CPR & 1st Aid Certification preferred Continuing Educ./Training Eight hours of Training for Bus Drivers per year Annual Physical; Random Drug and Alcohol Testing Clearances Criminal Justice Fingerprinting/Background Clearance Department of Family Services Clearance Maintain a clear driving record FLSA Status Exempt