Job Details
| Region: | 12 |
| School District/Employer: | Killeen ISD |
| District Category/Employer: | Central Office, |
| Position: | Executive Director, |
| Assignment Level: |
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| Job Title: | Executive Director of Transportation |
| School: | Killeen Independent School District |
| Campus Description: | |
| Date Posted: | 2/9/2024 |
| Deadline: | Until Filled |
| Openings: | 1 |
| Commitment: | Full Time |
| Description/Notes: | Primary Purpose: Directs and coordinates all operational activities of school and district transportation by performing assigned duties personally or through others. Major Responsibilities and Duties: Develops and administers a transportation program to meet all the requirements of the daily instructional program and curricular and extracurricular activities. Conforms with all state laws and regulations regarding school transportation. Coordinates with appropriate agencies in the district to ensure safe, timely, and efficient transportation operations. Acts as district liaison with parents for resolution of transportation complaints and special requests. Acts as the direct line of communication for principals regarding transportation concerns. Implements systemic recruiting and hiring procedures for the transportation department. Maintains all district-owned vehicular equipment and develops plans for preventive maintenance. Maintains safety standards in conformance with state and insurance regulations and develops a program of preventive safety. Develops and implements a training program for drivers and monitors. Assess the effectiveness of programs within the department. Assists in the development and implementation of student safety education programs. Completes and dispatches accident reports involving district vehicular assets. Prepares and administers the transportation budget; authorizes purchases in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies. Prepares specifications for the purchase of district vehicular equipment. Participates actively in resolving discipline problems occurring on school buses. Assists in the planning process for school beginning and ending schedules. Assists in the planning of district boundaries and attendance areas, as requested. Develops recommendations for future transportation needs (equipment and personnel) and supervises implementation of approved pupil transportation plans. Performs annual hazardous area evaluations to determine student eligibility for transportation services. Validates travel distances to determine eligibility for transportation services. Maintains back up data and submits all transportation related reports required by state authorities and granting agencies. Advises Superintendent on road hazards for decision on school closing during inclement weather. Establishes and ensures appropriate staffing levels within district personnel authorizations. Accomplishes employee performance evaluations and documentation. Develops and implements awards and recognition programs for all personnel. Develops and implements disciplinary programs for all personnel. Attends conferences and meetings (both within and outside the district) to enhance professional development and growth. Presents information to parents, employees, board members and other stakeholders as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: Manages all personnel in the Transportation Department. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiringrecommendations, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; district vehicle; school bus. Posture/Physical Demands: Prolonged sitting; regular kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear, to use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and to stand and walk. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Motion: Repetitive hand motion; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; regular walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching; may climb ladders. Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (up to 44 pounds); occasional heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over). Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Occasional district-wide travel to multiple campuses, as assigned. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; emotional control under stress. |
| Qualifications: | Education/Certification: Master’s degree and five years of related experience required. Must be able to obtain Class B, commercial driver's license (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsements. Texas Association for Pupil Transportation (TAPT) certification, preferred. |
| Salary Range: | Pay Grade: AM9 |
| Benefits: | https://www.killeenisd.org/employee_benefits |
| How To Apply: | https://www.applitrack.com/killeenisd/onlineapp/ |
Contact Person:
| Name: | Nicole Rivera |
| Email: | Nicole.Rivera@killeenisd.org |
| Address: | 200 North W.S. Young Drive |
| City: | Killeen |
| State: | TX |
| Zip: | 76543 |
| Phone: | (254) 336-0043 |
| Fax: | (254) 336-0010 |