Operations Manager / School Bus Driver

Position Type:
Transportation/Bus Driver
Date Posted:
11/28/2023
Location:
Transportation
Date Available:
01/08/2024
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Position Summary

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, and manage the day-to-day operations and assigned personnel of the District's Transportation Department; assist the Director, Transportation Services with the administration of transportation planning, scheduling, operations, safety regulations, and School Bus Driver and support staff training; responsible for the overall supervision of School Bus Drivers, dispatchers, and line supervisors.
• Work hours vary from 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. This position is subject to being on-call.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of supervisory or lead experience in a pupil transportation service organization.
• Current clear and valid Commercial Driver's License. Class B with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) - required.
• Currently possess and maintain an Illinois School Bus Permit - required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Pupil transportation operations, planning, scheduling, and safety regulations.
• Illinois Motor Vehicle Code and the Education Code applicable to the operation of vehicles in the transporting of students.
• Principles of Bus Driver training and safe driving practices.
• Principles of efficient and economical bus routing techniques and scheduling of employees.
• Rules and regulations affecting School District Transportation Department.
• Geographic and topographic characteristics of community served by the District.
• Computerized routine systems and their applications.
• Principles and practices of supervision and training.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Budget preparation and control.
• Principles and practices of administration, supervision, and training.
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Operation of a computer and assigned software.

• Knowledge of management and supervisory concepts.
• Excellent organizational, oral, and written communications of complex materials.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office programs, Telematics GPS data, various camera software and other technology applications.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and workloads.

Essential Functions

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, and manage the day-to-day operations and assigned personnel of the District's Transportation Department; assist the Director, Transportation Services with the administration of transportation planning, scheduling, operations, safety regulations, and School Bus Driver and support staff training; responsible for the overall supervision of School Bus Drivers, dispatchers, and line supervisors.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of records, reports and files related to assigned activities and personnel.
• Respond to emergency field calls as needed.
• Construct schedules for field trips and/or special events.
• Drives a School Bus route / field trips as needed.
• Crossing guard duty as needed.

• Communicates with the Director of Transportation and specific Bus Drivers in regard to day-to-day operations.
• Ability to work well with others including transportation / grounds staff.
• Utilize Transfinder or similar routing programs, Google Docs, and District email, Zonar, Seon (or similar) Bus Camera Systems
• Ability to safely lift 50+ pounds without injuring yourself.
• Keep informed regarding changes in law and training techniques through reading and participating in meetings, seminars, conferences, and available training.
• Ensures that the district transportation department meet or exceed Federal and State Safety Standards.
• In event of emergency, expected to stay and help where needed.
• Performs other tasks and assumes other such responsibilities that may be assigned by the Director of Transportation.

Ability To

• Plan, manage and implement an efficient student transportation system.
• Plan and conduct training programs.
• Ensure department meets legal requirements concerning student transportation.
• Enter and retrieve applicable bus transportation data using a computer.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Train and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable provisions of applicable federal, State and District laws, rules and regulations.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Operate a computer and assigned office equipment.
• Plan and organize work.
• Direct the maintenance of a variety of reports and files related to assigned activities.

Physical Requirements

• Seeing: Must be able to read reports and use the computer.
• Hearing: Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with staff, et.al. in the shop, 2-way radio and via telephone.
• Standing/Walking/Mobility
• Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling
• Lifting/Pulling/Pushing
• Dexterity/Repetitive Motion: *Must be able to perform hand motions such as using hand tools, etc.
• Weather: Work in extreme heat or extreme cold environments

Reports to: Director of Transportation
Work Schedule (Approximately): Monday - Friday (on student attendance days - 9 months) 6:30 am - 9:00 am and 2:15 pm - 4:15 pm
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Basic Term Life Insurance, IMRF
Selection Procedure: Administrators review submitted applications on a regular basis and contact potential candidates for interviews.
The Lincolnshire-Prairie View School District 103 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.
This job description is intended to accurately reflect the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management and administration reserve the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.