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Chief Executive Officer

Antelope Valley Schools Transportation Agency
Lancaster, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/14/2026

Chief Executive Officer at Antelope Valley Schools Transportation Agency

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Application Deadline

9/14/2026 12:00 PM Pacific

Date Posted
8/21/2026
Contact
Josie Delgado
(661)952-3113
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$13,333.34 - $15,006.79 Monthly
Length of Work Year
12 Months
Employment Type
Full Time

Job Summary

Job Summary

Antelope Valley Schools Transportation Agency TITLE: Chief Executive Officer PRIMARY PURPOSE: Under the direction of the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer provides overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational oversight for the Antelope Valley Schools Transportation Agency. The CEO is responsible for the safe, reliable and efficient delivery of pupil transportation services to member districts and for the long-term sustainability and effectiveness of the Agency. The CEO reports directly to the Board, serves as its primary executive partner, and assumes ultimate responsibility for all Agency employees. QUALIFICATIONS: Required: 1. A minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution; substantial senior administrative experience may be considered in lieu of the degree. 2. At least five years of senior leadership experience (Director level or above) in fleet operations, public transit, or K-12 pupil transportation. 3. Demonstrated experience leading in a unionized public-sector environment. 4. Strong public-sector budget and financial management experience. 5. Valid California driver’s license. Highly Desirable: 1. Experience with Special Education and McKinney-Vento transportation requirements. 2. Experience securing and managing capital grants and infrastructure projects. 3. Familiarity with routing, GPS, and fleet management systems. 4. Knowledge of California pupil transportation and fleet safety regulations. 5. Experience in a Joint Powers Authority or multi-agency setting. 6. Master’s degree or professional certification in a related field. SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional state-wide travel and prolonged and irregular hours may be required. REPORTS TO: Board of Directors SUPERVISES: Agency management personnel TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12-month WAGE/HOUR STATUS: AVSTA Management Confidential Salary Schedule, health and benefits package, 24 days of vaca

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School Leaders has been contracted by AVSTA to assist with the recruitment for this position. For instructions on how to apply, and information about the position and timeline, please visit https://avstasearch.com.

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School Leaders has been contracted by AVSTA to assist with the recruitment for this position. For instructions on how to apply, and information about the position and timeline, please visit https://avstasearch.com.
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