Transportation Supervisor

KUNA JT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 3 JOB VACANCY

Job Status: All Applicants
Job Title: Transportation Supervisor
Location: Transportation Department
Calendar: 245 Days
Hours: Full Time
Pay: $55,592 - 83,381 per/year; depending on previous experience
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and Public Employees Retirement System

Job Summary:

The Transportation Supervisor oversees and manages the daily operations of the District’s student transportation services, ensuring the safe and efficient transport of students to and from school and related activities. The Supervisor provides leadership, training, and direction to transportation staff, maintains compliance with state and federal laws, and ensures reliable service to students, parents, and the community. The work is guided by state and federal transportation regulations, district policy, and operational direction from the Superintendent and School Board.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; or equivalent combination of education and related supervisory experience in transportation management.
  
  
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in pupil transportation or related field, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory role.
  
  
• Knowledge of school bus operations, scheduling, safety, and fleet maintenance.
  
  
• Valid Idaho Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with required endorsements (or ability to obtain within a set timeframe).
  
  
• Thorough understanding of federal and state laws, regulations, and safety standards governing pupil transportation.
  
  
• Experience working with Collective Bargaining Agreements preferred.
  
  

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Directs and supervises all operations of the District’s Transportation Department, including bus routes, scheduling, driver assignments, and compliance with safety regulations.
  
  
• Ensures the safe and efficient daily transportation of students, including special education transportation needs.
  
  
• Develops and monitors bus routes and schedules to maximize efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
  
  
• Oversees recruitment, training, evaluation, and professional development of transportation staff, including drivers, mechanics, and dispatchers.
  
  
• Maintains compliance with all state and federal transportation laws, regulations, and safety standards.
  
  
• Implements and enforces district policies, procedures, and protocols related to student transportation.
  
  
• Coordinates with principals, parents, and district staff regarding transportation concerns, discipline, and service delivery.
  
  
• Prepares, monitors, and manages the Transportation Department budget; reviews expenditures and recommends cost-saving measures.
  
  
• Oversees fleet maintenance schedules to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of district buses and vehicles.
  
  
• Ensures compliance with drug/alcohol testing programs, driver certification, and licensing requirements.
  
  
• Prepares reports and documentation for the Superintendent, School Board, and state agencies as required.
  
  
• Investigates and responds to accidents, complaints, and incidents in accordance with district policy and state law.
  
  
• Maintains positive working relationships with staff, parents, students, community, and partner agencies.
  
  
• Encourages innovation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement within the Transportation Department.
  
  
• Serves as a member of the district’s leadership team and participates in emergency response planning.
  
  

Competency Requirements:

Knowledge of:

• Federal and State of Idaho transportation laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.
  
  
• School bus safety, scheduling, routing software, and fleet management.
  
  
• Personnel management, labor relations, and training best practices.
  
  
• Budget development and financial oversight.
  
  

Ability to:

• Lead and motivate staff to provide safe, efficient, and professional transportation services.
  
  
• Organize work, set priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  
  
• Effectively communicate with a diverse community, including staff, students, and parents.
  
  
• Exercise sound judgment and resolve conflicts effectively.
  
  
• Maintain confidentiality, ethical standards, and professionalism in all situations.
  
  
• Demonstrate commitment to student safety and district values.
  
  

Other Duties:

• Respond to emergencies, weather events, and unforeseen transportation issues.
  
  
• Work with students, staff, and parents in a positive, problem-solving manner.
  
  
• Follow district policy and chain of command.
  
  
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee.
  
  

Essential Physical Abilities:

• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing to communicate effectively with staff, students, and the community.
  
  
• Sufficient visual acuity to review schedules, maps, reports, and vehicle inspections.
  
  
• Sufficient mobility to oversee operations, inspect buses/facilities, and respond to incidents.
  
  
• Ability to occasionally lift or move objects weighing up to 30 lbs.
  
  
• Ability to work in office and field environments, sometimes in inclement weather.

Salary : $55,592 - $83,381