Assistant Supervisor Transportation (3 vacancies)

General Statement of Duties

This position is open until filled. ZONE 1, ZONE 2 and ZONE 4. The employee in this position is responsible for assisting with facilitating the safe and efficient operation of the department by ensuring that all bus routes have daily coverage by securing substitutes. The employee also assists the Transportation Supervisor with the daily functions of the transportation program and assists with the coordination and supervision of the daily operation of the Zone office and communicates effectively with parents, students and school personnel.

Essential Duties

• Receives calls from drivers and assistants and secures substitutes
• Determines daily employee and vehicle needs
• Participates in planning and directing the daily activities of the pupil transportation program within a zone office
• Assists with field and athletic trip driver assignments
• Assists with safety training for drivers and assistants
• Responds to incidents and accidents
• Assists with the retrieval and review of video footage captured from the school bus digital video recorder
• Maintains computerized records and files related to the transportation program
• Responds to concerns from schools, parents, patrons and other agencies or departments
• Maintains records of routes, drivers, mileage, incident reports, etc.
• 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
• Assists in the supervision of employees and assists in employee evaluations as necessary
• Communicates with schools and other outside agencies on issues related to the transportation program
• Operates the base station for the two-way radio communication on vehicles assigned to the Department of Pupil Transportation as needed
• Prepares reports as necessary
• Performs related work as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Must have thorough knowledge of pupil transportation operations, routes, state and local bus operation laws and regulations, and county geography. Considerable knowledge of safe and defensive driving methods and procedures. Considerable organizational and problem solving skills. Requires hands-on familiarity with computer operations, keyboard procedures and basic proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, OutLook, etc.). Ability to work effectively with employees, students, parents and staff. Ability to clearly and effectively communicate ideas and directives both orally and in writing. Ability to plan, organize and work well under stressful conditions. Graduation from high school. A minimum of three years' experience in school bus operation. Must hold a valid operator's license with proper endorsements to operate a school bus in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Certification as a School Bus Driver Trainer in Virginia within one year of employment.

Additional Information

This position is open until filled. It is a 12-month/260-day position. The minimum salary is $52,486.16/year or subject to the internal HCPS promotional policy.

How To Apply

To be considered for the listed vacancy please apply online.

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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Currency USD

Main Organization Public Schools

Public Schools

Employment Status Permanent Fulltime

Permanent Full-time

Amount of Travel

Work At Home