Transportation Coordinator

Thank you for your interest in Fridley Public Schools, an International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools district. We are the only school district in Minnesota and one of few in the U.S. that offers the full IB Continuum to students in pre-K to grade 12.  As a world class community of learners, Fridley Public Schools aims to develop internationally minded students. We challenge ourselves, our students, and our community to become caring and knowledgeable life-long learners who inquire and take action to create a better world.

Our mission is to guide students in the development of learning skills to help them reach their full potential.

The successful candidate will be an individual who firmly believes …

• In the value of diversity and inclusion in enriching the educational experience of all students.
• All students feel valued and have a sense of belonging.
• All learners have the right to a quality education.
• All learners have the ability to learn and attain self-fulfillment.
• All learners need the strategies and tools necessary to strive toward becoming responsible, independent and productive members of society.

Job Title: COORDINATOR, TRANSPORTATION 

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Plan, direct, implement, coordinate and evaluate all transportation for the District, ensuring safe, efficient and cost effective transportation for children. 

ILLUSTRATED DUTIES: The essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to, the following fundamental job duties: 
a) Develop, maintain and disseminate written District transportation policy and procedures. Interpret and administer existing transportation policies and procedures to staff, contracted bus company drivers and parents. 
b) Manage the contractual relationship with the bus contractor to ensure the best possible system of transportation for eligible students according to District policy. 
c) Develop and maintain a system to recruit, hire, train, direct, evaluate, discipline, and provide staff development for all District transportation department personnel (including bus paraprofessionals) in accordance with employee contract agreements. 
d) Monitor all federal/state student transportation/bus safety regulations to ensure compliance. This includes limited oversight of contracted bus company compliance with safety regulations. With respect to District owned vehicles intended for transportation of students, establish inspection and usage programs in accordance with federal/state regulations. 
e) Provide a system of transportation for all special activities including special education programs, field trips and non public transportation. 
f) Maintain bus behavior student ticket system. Cooperate, collaborate and meet with bus drivers and school Principals in administering this system. Coordinate the use of school bus video cameras and distribution of video tapes to the appropriate district staff. 
g) Communicate directly with parents regarding parental concerns about transportation issues. This involves extensive communication with parents and exceptional conflict resolution skills. This also commonly involves communication with other administrators, the superintendent and school board members. 
h) Assist in identifying bus safety and other driver training speakers and materials for the contracted bus company driver training program. 
i) Manage the preparation and updating of District maps for transportation, student census and boundary issues. 
j) Coordinate with the Coordinator, Information Systems position by utilizing the Edulog computer system, maps and geographic knowledge of the District to assist in student census and boundary issues. 
k) Assist the Director, Business Services in developing the annual transportation revenue and expenditure budgets. Prepare the final year-end student transportation report required to be submitted to the State. 

Reports to:

a) REPORTS TO Senior Officer of Operations and System Alignment
b) SUPERVISES: Transportation office personnel and paraprofessionals and/or as assigned.
c) WORKS WITH: Principals, athletic directors, special education office, bus contractor, public safety officials at both the city and state levels, vendors, students, parents and community members 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

a) EDUCATION: Four year college degree and/or 8 years of related transportation knowledge, and abilities. 
b) SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES: 

1. Excellent communication, written and interpersonal skills
2. Knowledge of public safety laws and regulations, pedestrian safety, school buses and community law enforcement and regulations.
3. Able to work well with others.
4. Experience in managing an organization’s mission and vision with staff and team to achieve the mission. 
5. Skilled in working with school, public and private, and citizens in providing transportation services. 
6. Experience in training and implementing applicable laws and regulations.

C) EXPERIENCES: Eight (8) years experience in public/private school transportation and supervisory experience.

SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Individual Contract ($70,000 – $77,000), depending on experience

Diversity:
 
Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), women, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Fridley Public Schools recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting our academic mission.  Fridley Public Schools is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 
 
Fridley Public Schools ISD 14 is an Equal Opportunity, and veteran-friendly employer.
 
Fridley Public Schools ISD 14 ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Fridley Public Schools is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the district and strongly encourages persons to apply who can strengthen our diversity. For more information, view the District’s Equal Opportunity Employment. 
 
Veteran’s Preference: If you are an eligible veteran, please submit a legible copy of your DD214 with your application. 
 
Accommodation: If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email Human Resources at HRdepartment@isd14.org or call 763-502-5006.
 
Background Check Upon Conditional Offer: 
 
Background checks are conducted upon receiving a conditional offer. Employees must complete a background check. A passing background is required.  Criminal convictions are reviewed on a case-by-case basis.