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Transportation Manager

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Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Transportation Manager is responsible for the operational management and control of the School Board’s transportation services. The Transportation Manager will provide leadership and guidance to a dedicated team of driver, mechanical, and clerical personnel and will plan and manage bus routes, staffing and fleet resources to ensure the transportation system operates efficiently and safely for students and staff. RESPONSIBILITIES  To ensure the safe maintenance and efficient operation of the District Transportation Department and maintenance/repair of the district fleet (buses, vehicles & equipment), and establish and maintain a positive work environment.  To administer and directly supervise the staff of the Transportation Department in its busing and garage operations.  To establish bus routes, work loads and shifts to provide a safe and efficient transportation system for students and recommends necessary changes due to financial circumstances.  To ensure the safe and efficient operation of all bus routes and bus stops.  To ensure the Transportation Department operates in accordance with the School Act and Regulations within Board policies and administrative procedures, the terms of the collective agreement, the Motor Vehicle Act and Regulations, the National Safety Code, WorkSafe regulations, and WHMIS.  To plan and administer a program of driver qualification, vehicle operation and safety management.  To plan and administer, in conjunction with principals and district administrative staff, bus safety programs for students.  To prepare and evaluate specifications for public tender calls for the purchase of new school buses.  To liaise with the public, outside agencies, the Board of Education and Senior Staff.  To liaise with school administration, parents, and students regarding student discipline protocol.  To prepare reports on transportation as required by government bodies, the Board of Education, or other Senior Staff members.  To ensure that assignments of employees is in accordance with Board practice and the terms of the collective agreements covering employees within the department.  To prepare the annual budget requests for the department.  To ensure payroll records are maintained accurately.  To participate on School District committees as requested.  To undertake any other appropriate duties as required by the Board or requested by Senior Staff. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES  Ability to plan and manage bus routes, staffing and District fleet maintenance and repair  Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing  Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns, providing assistance in helpful, courteous, timely and non-adversarial manner  Ability to foster a cooperative work environment  Ability to purchase and make recommendations for the acquisition of new buses and District vehicles  Understands budget preparation and fiscal management  Ability to provide technical guidance and training to staff, supervisors and customers  Ability to monitor employee performance, providing appropriate feedback and developing work strategies where required  Ability to work independently and in a team environment  Ability to develop and maintain record keeping systems and procedures in accordance with the Board, Ministry of Education, Motor Vehicle Act and National Safety Code requirements  Skill in the use of computers, developing reports and spreadsheets  Knowledge of hiring, disciplining and evaluating staff QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:  Completion of high school, grade 12 or equivalent  Minimum 5 years of directly related supervisory experience, in public transportation and fleet operations management  Understands budget and fiscal management  Thorough knowledge of WorkSafeBC regulations and guidelines, Workers Compensation Act, Motor Vehicle Act, National Safety Code and CSA D-250 Standards  Knowledge and ability with computer software systems of Microsoft Office, e-mail, and transportation fleet management program (Versatrans/Traversa)  Working knowledge of the operation of preventative maintenance programs, inspections, and insurance and safety issues rel

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