Job Title
Transportation Supervisor - Zone 4
Location
Henrico, VA, US
Organization Name
HCPS - Pupil Transportation
About Us
Henrico County Public Schools is one of the sixth largest county public school divisions in Virginia with a nationally recognized educational program. Henrico County is a suburban community surrounding the city of Richmond, VA. We are 104 miles from the Atlantic Ocean to the east; 94 miles from the scenic Sky Line Drive to the west; 106 miles from Washington, D.C. to the north; and 75 miles from the North Carolina border to the south.
Our Mission: Henrico County Public Schools, an innovative leader in educational excellence, will actively engage our students in diverse educational, social and civic learning experiences that inspire and empower them to become contributing citizens.
General Statement of Duties
The employee in this classification is responsible for facilitating and supervising the safe and efficient operation of the pupil transportation program for an assigned zone.
Essential Duties
- Participates in planning and directing the daily activities of the pupil transportation program
- Supervises all employees within an assigned transportation zone area within the Department
- Conducts in-service safety training for drivers and assistants
- Responds to incidents and accidents
- Maintains computerized records and files related to the transportation program
- Reviews video footage captures by the school bus digital video recorder
- Responds to concerns from schools, parents, patrons and other agencies or departments
- Conducts annual employee performance evaluations on all contracted employees
- Evaluates bus stops and routes for safety and efficiency
- Evaluates and assigns school bus parking locations
- Monitors road and weather conditions before and during periods of inclement weather
- Performs inspection of school buses for cleanliness and proper equipment
- Performs on-the-road observations of school bus drivers and assistants, correcting and documenting any unsafe practices
- Effectively communicate with schools and other outside agencies on issues related to the transportation program
- Remain current on all local, state and federal regulations pertaining to the Pupil Transportation program
- Prepares reports as necessary
- Performs related work as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in the field of Pupil Transportation; minimum two years of supervisory experience; specialized knowledge of pupil transportation procedures and operations, considerable knowledge of automotive equipment and maintenance; knowledge of supervision of personnel and business management; considerable knowledge in effective public relations; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities; extensive knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to school bus operations; valid Virginia Commercial Driver’s License with proper endorsements to operate a school bus; certification as a School Bus Driver Trainer in Virginia within one year of employment.
Additional Information
This position is open until filled. The minimum salary is $64,267.76 and/or negotiable based on experience; or subject to the promotion policy for internal candidates. Salary based on FY 23-24 rates as FY 24-25 have not yet been finalized.
(Note: The salary will be prorated based upon the official start date).
Anticipated start date: 7/1/2024
How To Apply
To be considered for the listed vacancy, please complete an online application and apply for the vacancy. Please upload your resume and transcripts. If unable to upload these documents, please mail, fax or hand-deliver them to:
Henrico County Public Schools
Department of Human Resources
P.O. Box 23120
3820 Nine Mile Road
Henrico, VA 23223-0420
Fax: (804) 652-3763
Henrico County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities.
EOE/Accommodations Upon Request
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Maximum Salary
Currency
USD
Main Organization
Public Schools
Public Schools
Employment Status
Permanent Fulltime
Permanent Full-time
Amount of Travel
Work At Home