AREA: WI, IL, IA. With potential to grow to other States.

Under the direction of the Vice President of Operations for Milwaukee Operations, the Area Manager of Safety will travel to each division coordinating driver development & overall safety efforts. The ASM will, inspect records, oversee the training process, and ensure compliance with State and Federal laws and regulations and Company policies. Provide guidance and assistance where needed to training personnel and work as a resource to the individual facility Terminal Manager.

They will assist with program and policy development but will generally be more focused on tactical and implementation issues. This is a salary, exempt position with variable hours.

Specific Duties:

• Ensure mandated bus evacuation drills, driver proficiencies and driver check-ride evaluations are performed biennially in each operation.
• Review training records according to US DOT and STA company policy regulation.

· Frequently audit the driver qualification credential files to ensure current compliance.

· Monitor programs conducted by the instructors in each operation.

• Maintain accident statistics, preparing a monthly report by division of preventable accidents and injuries and probable cause.
• Assist in developing accident prevention programs.
• Assist in identifying related reoccurring accidents within a division and recommending a possible remedy.
• Attend, participate, and assist, when needed, with Rodeos, safety meetings, workshops and conferences.
• Assist local operations with classroom or behind the wheel training during instructor shortages.
• Assist with recruiting drivers and instructors in all locations as needed.
• Understanding of Special Needs transportation including proper wheelchair securement & wheelchair lift procedures.
• Evaluate unsafe bus stops.
• Conduct on road evaluations.
• Conduct accident investigation.

Job Qualifications:

High school graduation or equivalent. Three years of school bus driving experience or related field with driver training and defensive driving responsibility. Ability to maintain detailed records and conduct effective training sessions. Valid Wisconsin CDL driver’s license with passenger and “S” endorsements and all other Wisconsin training certifications where applicable. Prior multi facility experience preferred.

Working Conditions:

Working conditions are normally in the operations environment. The job will require indoor classroom training and outdoor Behind-the-Wheel instruction. Incumbent must be available to work more than 40 hours per week and to provide training in the evenings and on weekends as necessary to meet business needs. This position requires travel to other STA facilities as directed by management and business needs.

Interpersonal Contacts:

The Area Manager of Safety has significant daily interaction with all levels of Company personnel and may occasionally include outside contact with attorneys, school administrators and the public. Contacts are generally for the purpose of investigating, providing technical advice, policy interpretation or for program coordination. These contacts will require considerable judgment, diplomacy and discretion and the ability to communicate clearly. The Area Manager of safety deals regularly with sensitive and/or confidential information and therefore, must exercise extreme care in maintaining confidentiality and privacy.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants; Returning military are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

All applicants must be eligible to work in the US without restrictions.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 3 years (Preferred)
• school bus transportation laws: 3 years (Preferred)
• training school bus drivers: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CDL B, P, S (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road