POSITION SUMMARY

The Transportation Manager, under guidance of the Director of Operations, will have ownership of all aspects of Dousman Transport Co. Inc., (DTC) safety and compliance requirements. This employee will assist in developing a strategic and tactical plan to develop, train and retain Bus Drivers and Bus Aides. The manager will ensure sustain compliance with drivers' DOT and FMCSA requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. All positions are required to follow federal, state, local and company safety guidelines and procedures at all times while working on company premises or doing company business. All positions will at times be required to perform company related duties beyond the scope of the job title and description.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop business goals and action plans to promote profitable growth. Facilitate actions to improve performance and drive business transformation. Ensure an entrepreneurial spirit and high work ethic that emulates throughout the organization. Ability to demand more than the status quo. Develop a balanced approach that promotes asset utilization, safety, service and driver success. Mentor others within the organization to promote and pursue a deeper level of transportation excellence. Coordinates with the Director of Operations and the Service Director on resolving any inspection issues. Collaborates with a variety of personnel from other departments, districts, state agencies, and organizations relating to pupil transportation. Establishes and maintains positive customer relationships with parents, schools, and departments. Responsible for implementing new methods of managing/dispatching drivers, servicing accounts, recruiting drivers at the local level and taking full ownership of the marketplace. Work to support the service and growth of new and existing accounts. Establish solid business relationships and maintain open, accurate and timely two-way communications with drivers and internal associates. Develop a recruiting plan to hire and retain experienced Bus Drivers and Bus Aides. Execute with the location Recruiter an advertising and marketing campaign to attract drivers. Responsible for ensuring the line of business comply with HR requirements (EEOC, Affirmative Action and other employment rules and regulations). Identify, hire, mentor and develop associates within line of business as well other areas of DTC in operations, driver recruiting, and safety. Responsible for DOT and OSHA compliance for all location(s) within area of operational responsibility. Ensure that all Driver Qualifications on location meet FMCSA regulations. Planning, organizing, assigning, scheduling, and directing the work of all employees in this persons' reporting structure. Encourages professional driver's appearance and behavior. Performs other tasks as assigned by leadership.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

Management experience or Transportation and/or 5 years of experience in the transportation industry. Excellent problem analysis, attention to detail, and critical thinking skills. Ability to lead and develop a high-performance environment despite the challenge of a high-pressure critical workplace. Manage and control cost. Proven entrepreneurial drive. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to ensure success

Skills and Abilities Required:

Problem Solving:

Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner and appropriately gather and analyze information.

Interpersonal Skills:

Ability to maintain confidentiality, be open to innovative ideas, and work successfully both on an independent basis and on a team. Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with a wide range of management styles within the Company and build community relationships.

Oral Communication:

Ability to organize thoughts and speak persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrate group presentation skills and conduct effective meetings.

Written Communication:

Strong writing skills using good spelling, punctuation, grammar; detail- oriented in editing written documents; ability to present numerical and statistical data effectively; and ability to accurately interpret and communicate written information.

Planning and Organizing:

Ability to prioritize and plan work activities to ensure the timely completion of projects and development of realistic action plans.

Additional Requirements:

A valid Driver's License and the ability to obtain a Class B CDL with the school bus and passenger endorsements A clean driving record and the ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screening

Requirements:

Benefits Dousman Transport offers a competitive wage and full benefits package, which includes:

Pay:

Competitive pay 401K Plan (up to 4% discretionary employer match, IAW plan specifications) Health, Dental, Vision & Life insurance Voluntary benefits - employee paid

Paid Time Off:

3 to 5 weeks based on experience