Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (required), in Program Planning, Logistics or Business (preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs and the Google Suite of Products
• 5 years of previous experience in logistics planning, management or coordination (preferred)
• Working knowledge of fleet management computer systems, closed channel digital communication, and Global GPS software applications
• Great interpersonal skills as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Experience with Special Education Transportation and knowledge of the laws and guidelines regarding Special Education Transportation
• Well-developed motivational, team-building, and leadership skills
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• Alabama commercial driver’s license A or B, and Alabama school bus driver’s certification required or must be obtained within the first six months of employment and an insurable driving record.

FSLA Status: Exempt

Reports to: Superintendent or Designee

Background Check Required: (Ala. Code §§ 16-22A-5) Upon offer of employment, employees will be required to submit legible fingerprints for a background review by the Alabama Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Background checks must not be more than ten (10) years old.

Essential Functions:

• Establish and maintain maximum and minimum consumables inventory levels
• Coordinate with in-house team to promote accurate and timely processing of transportation requests for all trips supported by MCS Transportation
• Provide assistance for maintaining logistics planning
• Maintain the GPS Database as well as collaborate with service providers to procure all consumables for MCS Transportation GPS. Create and maintain all instructions for GPS usage.
• Provide on-site support for major field trips by strategically organizing bus lineups and communicating updates to both schools and drivers, all while prioritizing student safety amid increased activity levels
• Assign drivers to field trips in an equitable and balanced manner, taking into account various logistical factors.
• Approve timesheets associated with deliveries and pick-ups.
• Administer and maintain MCS radio communication and program systems.
• Support with the maintenance of logistics policies, procedures, support plans, and similar data.
• Manage and monitor the performance of the entire fleet, routing, and scheduling planning
• Cataloging and handling all MCS white fleet vehicles: reservations, mileage, GPS, and inspecting vehicles when they go out and return.
• Checkout checklists, ensuring MVRs are completed on all white fleet drivers. Maintaining fuel logs and cataloging. Maintains applicable electronic databases, files, and programs for the Department of Transportation.
• Assisting with the annual State of Alabama Transportation Report

Expected Employment: 240 days/ 8 hrs. (full year)

Evaluation: According to established Board policies and administrative procedures and guidelines.

Salary Range: (Salary based on employment for complete year) Should be same scale as routing specialist

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