Transportation Specialist

Transportation Specialist

Under direction, assists in the planning and coordination of regular and special school pupil transportation; performs related duties as required. The Transportation Specialist will report to the Assistant Superintendent, Business Services. This position is responsible for maintaining contracts for the district's pupil transportation program.

Monitors the transportation contractors' performance to ensure compliance with provisions of the contract; Works with contractor to establish, modify and monitor bus routes and stops as needed; Analyzes all billings and negotiable charges with the contractor; Provides liaison between the public, school district, contractor and Highway Patrol to answer questions and provide public relations and communications; Approves, plans and verifies all schedules for regular and special education pupil transportation to ensure the schedules are both safe and cost efficient; Prepares data for contract negotiations with transportation carriers; Coordinates and schedules the district's athletic and field trip transportation; Implements and coordinates fee based home to school transportation program; Reviews financial data and determines eligibility for free or reduced transportation fees; Researches rules, laws and regulations pertaining to school transportation; Responds to and investigates complaints and resolves problems and conflicts between the contractor, school employees, parents and students; Conducts a variety of organization studies; Prepares clear and concise reports; Performs other related duties.

Experience : Experience in a public school setting performing complex duties utilizing analytical, problem-solving and interpersonal skills. Experience in pupil transportation activities highly desirable. Experience in a school site clerical / administrative capacity is desirable. Education : Persons with the experience, knowledge and abilities as stated are considered to have the necessary education.

Knowledge of : Practices and problems of operating a school transportation system; Transportation scheduling; Policies, rules and regulations of school pupil transportation. Ability to : Plan and arrange bus schedules under district policies and state laws; Analyze costs of operation and maintain appropriate cost records for transportation reports; Read and interpret maps; Interpret and apply various transit-related regulations, ensure compliance with safety issues; Proficiently operate a computer using database, spreadsheet and word processing programs; Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work; Communicate effectively orally and in writing.