Regional Transportation Manager

Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)

Regional Transportation Manager

$115,428- $143,820/annually

Apply at www.lausdjobs.org

LA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS SEEKING A Regional Transportation Manager

The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) is seeking a highly qualified individual to join our team in the capacity of a Regional Transportation Manager, who will assist the District by managing the daily operation of District operated and contracted student transportation services for regular and special education programs in a region of the District.

The Regional Transportation Manager is responsible for:

• Manages the transportation of students to and from schools and on special bus trips in conformance with District rules, policies, and procedures; local governmental ordinances; California Education and Motor Vehicle Codes; and California Highway Patrol regulations.
• Provides input into the establishment of Transportation Services Division policy and enforces that policy within a specified region within the Los Angeles area.
• Plans and supervises the deployment of personnel and equipment and use of facilities for greatest efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Assigns contract and District routes in the most efficient manner.
• Coordinates activities such as driver training and orientation; resolution of student transportation problems; scheduling, routing, and dispatching of District and contract buses; and equipment inspection and repair with various sections of the Transportation Services Division.
• Compiles and analyzes data concerning a variety of transportation operational matters and identifies and addresses areas of concern appropriately. -Manages and participates in the administration of applicable collective bargaining agreements, employee performance evaluations, and discipline and grievance procedures.
• Supervises and participates in studies regarding student transportation services, personnel, and equipment.
• Manages the investigation of bus accidents and incidents by interviewing involved personnel, reviewing accident reports, and making appropriate dispositions.
• Proactively responds to and resolves student transportation problems that may involve meeting with public officials, District bus drivers, contracted bus drivers and management staff, parents, community groups, and District administrators.
• Manages record-keeping activities and the preparation of correspondence and reports.
• Trains supervisors regarding area setup, consolidation of trips and routes, and the most efficient use of resources.
• Authorizes use of relief personnel and overtime in emergency situations.
• Reviews transportation reports and data and explores ways to work more efficiently.
• Establishes a strong rapport with the local educational community by visiting schools and continuous written and verbal communication

Minimum Requirements:

Education: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, transportation management, or a related subject. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis

Experience: Three years of supervisory experience at or above the level of Area Bus Supervisor in the District Transportation Services Division student transportation section, or

Three years of supervisory experience in a public or private bus transportation service with a minimum fleet of at least 100 active school bus routes.

Special: A valid California Driver License.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE LAUSD anticipates selecting a highly skilled Regional Transportation Manager who has comprehensive knowledge of pertinent state/federal rules and regulations as they relate to student transportation (California Highway Patrol, Department of Transportation, etc.), as well as experience supervising transportation activities and making critical decisions that impact a large-scale school bus routing operation, which includes checking for route coverage, conducting area audits, monitoring driver attendance and overtime.

They will have demonstrated knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) and/or Memorandums of Understanding (MOU), since the Regional Transportation manager is responsible for overseeing staff that belong to various union groups [which, in turn, affects the work operations]. The ideal candidates will possess experience utilizing various technologies, such as: MapNet, BusOps, Welligent (e.g. Student Data), MS Word, and MS Excel.

They will build effective working relationships with principals, Local Superintendents, and also leaders from School Operations, School Police, Information Technology Division, Maintenance and Operations, Legal, and Garage/Fleet, and perform responsibilities as they relate to school bus transportation operations. They will provide exceptional customer service to parents, school administrators, and other related staff within Transportation Services Division.

Benefits:

Insurance: District paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents; and life insurance plans.

Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).

Vacation: 24 days each year.

Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days.

Application Process:

To be officially considered for this opportunity, please apply on our website www.lausdjobs.org

Click the Apply button at the bottom left corner of this page and log into the application management system; then, (1) click on the education and experience tabs and complete the requested information; (2) click on the Questionnaires tab and complete the questionnaires; and (3) submit your application by clicking on the Submit Application button in the last tab of the application wizard to complete the process.

DO YOU NEED TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE WITH THE ON-LINE APPLICATION? Please email us at helpmeapply@lausd.net to get assistance with the application process.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $143,820.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

License/Certification:

• California Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: In person