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Jefferson Parish Schools
Executive Director of Transportation
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A Director of Transportation directs and oversees transportation operations within an organization or a company, or directs the activities of an organization that provides transportation services.
$114,384 / year median in Louisiana
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Executive Director of Transportation Jefferson Parish Schools - 3.4 Marrero, LA Job Details Part-time 9 hours ago Qualifications School experience Management Qualitative analysis Database management Data interpretation Data-driven problem-solving Computer skills
TheExecutiveDirectorofTransportationdirectsandcoordinatestheSchedulingandRouteCoordinationteamsoftheTransportationDepartment.
Thepositioncanrequireextendedoroncallworkhoursduetoemergenciesorextenuatingcircumstancesrelatedtosafetyoroperationalroutine.
Successfulcandidateswillalsodemonstrate and/or possess: 5+yearsofprogressivelyincreasingexperienceinschooltransportation Strongcommunicationskillsinmultiplesettingsandtheabilitytobeanengagingchangeagentandculture-creatorthatcaninspireand Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to use quantitative and qualitative data to make decisions and Collaborative management style, with a proven track record of working with diverse individuals at all levels to drive decision-makingand Highdegreeofprofessionalism,withtheabilitytomanagemultiplecompetingpriorities,whileconsistentlydemonstratingsoundjudgmentanddisciplined Experience in utilizing database management programs designated by Master's degree
Musthaveabilitytoprovideowntransportationtoschools,worklocations,andmeetingsites.
Mobilityskillsnecessarytoaccessavarietyofworklocations. Must be able to passed physical requirements to operate a bus.
Full Job Description Position Description:
The Executive Director of Transportation oversees all student transportation in the Jefferson Parish Schools (JPS). The Executive Director of Transportation is responsible for ensuring that students travel safely and efficiently to and from school and school-relatedactivities.TheExecutiveDirectorofTransportationdirectsandcoordinatestheSchedulingandRouteCoordinationteamsoftheTransportationDepartment.
Thepositioncanrequireextendedoroncallworkhoursduetoemergenciesorextenuatingcircumstancesrelatedtosafetyoroperationalroutine.
Reports To:
Chief Operations Officer Scope of Responsibility:
WorkscloselywiththeChiefOperationsOfficertodrivethemission,vision,andasetofmeasurableobjectivesfortheTransportation HoldstheTransportationDepartmentteamsaccountableformeetingtheirobjectivesandconductsformalperformanceevaluationsinaccordancewiththeJPSevaluationscheduleforcentraloffice PresentsprogressreportsoneachteamtotheChiefOperations EnsuresthattheTransportationDepartmentisincompliancewithfederalstatutesandregulations,statelaws,BoardofElementaryandSecondaryEducationrulesandregulations,JPSpoliciesandprocedures,andrelevantcontractual Develops an efficient, cost-effectivetransportationschedulethatbringsstudentstoandfromtheirdestinationsinatimelyandsafe Establishestransportationplansforemergency Resolves transportation-relatedincidentsandcomplaints while ensuring that all providers deliver high-quality services. Ensures accurate and timely communication regarding transportation news and incidents with key stakeholders, including principals, teachers, parents, and Ensuresthatallstudenttransportvehiclesareinspectedonschedule,receivemaintenanceasneeded,andmeetsafety Establishespoliciesandpracticestoensurethesafetyofstudentsandtransportationpersonnelwhilestudentsarein Ensuresthatallstudentswhorequireauxiliaryassistanceintransportreceivenecessary Works closely with the Chief Financial Officer to prepare and administer the annual Transportation Department budget and exercises proper financial controls. Carriesandanswers JP Schools-issued iPhonebefore,during,andafternormalworkhours, as well as on weekends and holidays due to emergencies or extenuatingcircumstancesrelatedtosafetyoroperational PerformsotherdutiesasassignedbytheChiefOperations Skills and Qualifications We seek detail-oriented, independent self-starterswhodemonstrateanunwaveringcommitmenttoraisingstudentachievementandwhohavearecordofhighperformanceinchallengingsituations.Successfulcandidateswillalsodemonstrate and/or possess: 5+yearsofprogressivelyincreasingexperienceinschooltransportation Strongcommunicationskillsinmultiplesettingsandtheabilitytobeanengagingchangeagentandculture-creatorthatcaninspireand Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to use quantitative and qualitative data to make decisions and Collaborative management style, with a proven track record of working with diverse individuals at all levels to drive decision-makingand Highdegreeofprofessionalism,withtheabilitytomanagemultiplecompetingpriorities,whileconsistentlydemonstratingsoundjudgmentanddisciplined Experience in utilizing database management programs designated by Master's degree
Desirable Qualifications:
Master'sdegreeinAdministration,Urban/RegionalPlanning,orTransportation Workingknowledgeofcomputer Knowledge of the school system policies and Extensiveexperienceinstudenttransportation CPR/AED Certification CDL will be required within 6-12 months of employment.Physical Involvement:
Must be able to operate office equipment. Standing, walking, sitting, reaching, bending, lifting up to 40poundsissometimesrequired.Musthaveabilitytoprovideowntransportationtoschools,worklocations,andmeetingsites.
Mobilityskillsnecessarytoaccessavarietyofworklocations. Must be able to passed physical requirements to operate a bus.