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School Transport Compliance Director ODS Transportation Cleveland, OH Job Details Full-time $57,500 - $69,400 a year 13 hours ago Qualifications Quality control corrective actions School experience Staff supervision Investigations regulatory compliance Process audits Experience working with individuals with disabilities Spreadsheets Compliance audits & assessments Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) School Bus Endorsement Fleet compliance management CDL Fleet management Denied party screening Calendar management Transportation safety regulations Internal compliance assessments Data collection Training & development File organization Experience working with students with disabilities Full Job Description School Bus Compliance Director ODS Transportation |

Cleveland, Ohio Position Type:

Full-Time Reports To:

Chief Operating Officer /

President & Founder Work Setting:

Primarily on-site, with visits to operating locations and schools About ODS Transportation ODS Transportation provides safe, reliable student transportation for school districts and families. Our services include daily school bus routes, transportation for students with special needs, field trips, and athletic transportation. We are seeking an experienced School Bus Compliance Director to lead our safety and compliance program, maintain driver and vehicle readiness, and ensure our operations meet applicable requirements and district commitments. Position Overview The School Bus Compliance Director is responsible for building and maintaining an organized, accountable compliance program across ODS Transportation's school transportation operations. This is a hands-on leadership position requiring direct school transportation experience. The director will oversee driver qualification files, credential tracking, training records, vehicle inspection documentation, safety procedures, incident investigations, and audit preparation. The successful candidate must identify gaps, resolve deficiencies, verify completion, and prevent recurring problems. They must be comfortable holding employees and managers accountable and escalating any issue that could compromise student safety or service eligibility. Direct experience managing school transportation safety or compliance is required. General trucking or delivery compliance experience alone does not satisfy this requirement. Essential ResponsibilitiesCompliance Program Leadership Develop, implement, and maintain the company's school transportation compliance program. Maintain a current compliance calendar covering driver credentials, training, inspections, reporting, and contractual deadlines. Monitor changes to applicable requirements and translate them into clear procedures and training. Conduct regular internal reviews to identify missing documents, expired qualifications, unsafe practices, and process failures. Assign corrective actions, establish deadlines, and verify that deficiencies have been resolved. Provide leadership with clear reporting on compliance status, outstanding risks, and recommended actions. Establish clear escalation procedures and authority to place drivers or vehicles on hold when required qualifications or safety conditions are not met. Driver Qualification and Credential Management Maintain complete, accurate, secure qualification files for school bus drivers and other covered transportation personnel. Verify applicable license classifications, endorsements, certifications, medical qualifications, background checks, and training requirements before employees are approved for assignment. Track expiration dates and begin renewals early enough to prevent service interruptions. Coordinate required driving-record reviews and background screening with authorized personnel. Ensure dispatch and operations have an accurate list of drivers approved for each type of assignment. Maintain procedures for employees to report license restrictions, suspensions, relevant driving incidents, and changes affecting eligibility. Document qualification decisions, restrictions, corrective actions, and reinstatement approvals. Protect confidential employee information and limit access appropriately. Training and Employee Readiness Coordinate initial and recurring safety training for drivers, aides, supervisors, and dispatch personnel. Ensure training records clearly document attendance, content, completion, and any required evaluation. Oversee instruction on student loading and unloading, student accountability, emergency response, inspections, defensive driving, and professional conduct. Coordinate training on transportation for students with disabilities, mobility equipment, securement systems, and individualized rider instructions. Verify that personnel demonstrate required skills before independent assignment. Identify retraining needs through observations, complaints, incident reviews, and performance trends. Conduct or coordinate ride evaluations, safety observations, and coaching. Deliver training only within the director's qualifications and arrange appropriately qualified instructors where needed. Vehicle Safety and Inspection Compliance Work closely with maintenance and operations to maintain vehicle inspection and service readiness. Track required inspections, registration documents, repair records, and other applicable vehicle documentation. Audit pre-trip and post-trip inspection records for completion and follow-through. Ensure reported defects receive documented review and appropriate corrective action. Verify that vehicles with disqualifying conditions are withheld from service until properly cleared. Maintain an accurate record of vehicle status, restrictions, inspection deadlines, and supporting documentation. Confirm required safety equipment is present, serviceable, and checked through established procedures. Review maintenance and inspection trends to identify recurring risks. Student Safety and Special Needs Transportation Maintain clear procedures for student accountability, loading and unloading, rider handoffs, and post-trip vehicle checks. Work with operations and district personnel to communicate authorized transportation instructions and accommodations. Verify that drivers and aides receive the information and training necessary to serve assigned students safely. Review procedures for mobility assistance, securement, behavior-related concerns, and emergency situations. Ensure student information is handled confidentially and shared only with authorized personnel. Review student safety concerns promptly and document corrective actions. Coordinate with district representatives when transportation instructions require clarification. Incident Response and Investigations Lead or coordinate the compliance and safety review of accidents, injuries, student incidents, complaints, and near misses. Ensure timely collection and preservation of reports, statements, video, photographs, and other relevant records. Identify contributing factors and recommend corrective actions. Coordinate required notifications and reporting with leadership, districts, insurers, and other appropriate parties. Track investigation findings through resolution. Establish retraining, observation, or other corrective measures when warranted. Review incident patterns and recommend changes to training, equipment, supervision, or procedures. Audits, Records, and District Requirements Maintain an organized system that allows authorized records to be retrieved promptly. Prepare for district reviews, inspections, insurance reviews, and applicable regulatory audits. Serve as a primary compliance contact for school districts and reviewing agencies. Respond accurately to requests for documentation. Track district-specific contractual requirements and verify completion. Maintain document retention practices and secure disposal procedures. Ensure operational records are accurate, consistent, and supported by evidence. Never approve, backdate, or represent an incomplete requirement as completed. Operational Accountability Partner with dispatch to prevent assignment of unqualified personnel or vehicles that are not cleared for service. Establish a clear process for communicating compliance holds and release approvals. Work with recruiting and onboarding staff to identify readiness gaps before proposed start dates. Conduct field observations and follow up on concerns involving inspections, student handling, distracted driving, or other unsafe conduct. Recommend appropriate performance action when employees repeatedly fail to meet requirements. Support new contract launches by verifying staffing, training, vehicle, and documentation readiness before service begins. Required Qualifications Direct school transportation safety or compliance experience is mandatory. At least five years of relevant school transportation experience, including responsibility for safety, compliance, training, supervision, or driver qualification management. Demonstrated experience maintaining driver qualification and credential records. Working knowledge of school transportation inspection, training, documentation, and employee eligibility requirements. Experience supporting transportation for students with disabilities. Ability to interpret requirements and turn them into practical procedures. Experience conducting internal audits, investigating incidents, and tracking corrective actions. Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Confidence addressing deficiencies with employees, managers, and senior leadership. Strong written communication and recordkeeping skills. Ability to use spreadsheets, digital filing systems, and compliance tracking tools. Ability to work on-site and respond to urgent safety or compliance matters as needed. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Ohio pupil transportation operations and compliance. Prior experience as a Transportation Safety Director, Compliance Manager, Driver Trainer, Transportation Supervisor, or similar leader. Experience working with school districts and private transportation contractors. Experience supporting a fleet with multiple operating locations. CDL with appropriate school bus endorsements. Relevant school transportation instructor or safety credentials. Experience reviewing vehicle camera footage and transportation performance data. Performance Expectations Success in this position includes: Required driver qualifications verified before assignment. Timely credential renewals and inspection scheduling. Complete, accurate, readily retrievable records. Documented training completion and skill verification. Prompt identification and resolution of compliance deficiencies. Clear communication of driver and vehicle restrictions. Thorough incident investigations and completed corrective actions. Fewer repeat audit findings and preventable safety issues. Consistent reporting that gives leadership an accurate view of operational readiness. Initial Priorities First 30

Days:

Review driver files, vehicle records, training documentation, safety procedures, and outstanding compliance concerns. Identify urgent gaps and present a corrective action plan. First 60

Days:

Establish a reliable compliance calendar, qualification tracking system, internal audit schedule, and reporting process. First 90

Days:

Demonstrate progress on identified deficiencies, verify corrective actions, and implement a sustainable compliance program with clear ownership. Compensation Competitive compensation based on relevant experience and qualifications. Benefits and the complete compensation package will be discussed during the interview process. How to Apply Submit your résumé and a brief summary of your school transportation compliance experience to .

Subject:

School Bus Compliance Director Application - ODS Transportation Please highlight your experience with driver qualification files, school bus inspections, training programs, incident investigations, and district or regulatory reviews. ODS Transportation is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay:

$57,500.00 - $69,400.00 per year

Work Location:

In person