<p>JOB GOAL: Assist the Transportation Supervisor in maintaining a safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the school district's transportation services.</p> <p>DESCRIPTION: The Transportation Specialist role involves a wide range of duties including planning and routing, addressing parent and community concerns, and adherence to federal, state, and local requirements. The Transportation Specialist plays a critical role in providing reliable transportation that supports the educational mission of the school district.</p> <p>PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <ul> <li>Develop and maintain current bus routes, schedules, and student transportation eligibility using TransVersa routing software. </li><li>Communicate updates to building staff and transportation contractors. </li><li>Maintain accurate and organized records related to routes, ridership, personnel, district-owned vehicle maintenance, safety inspections and incidents. </li><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for families regarding the District's student transportation system. </li><li>Respond to inquiries, resolve complaints, and provide clear and timely information about bus schedules, routes, and policies. </li><li>Work collaboratively with staff, families, and contractors to ensure the transportation needs of all students are met throughout the year. </li><li>Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing, with families, staff, contractors, and other stakeholders. </li><li>Coordinate the bidding process for all extra transportation requests, including Field Studies and Athletics. </li><li>Assists in communicating with and visiting District Crossing Guards. </li><li>Process transportation-related transactions, contract payments, maintain student rosters, and compile transportation data for state report submissions. </li><li>Perform all responsibilities in accordance with District policies and procedures. </li><li>Support the public information and business office departments as needed. </li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor. </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma required; advanced training or education preferred </li><li>Three (3) to five (5) years of business experience </li><li>Proven experience in detailed scheduling and record-keeping </li><li>Strong background in customer service and communication </li><li>Multi-Lingual preferred, but not required </li><li>Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Committee may find appropriate and acceptable </li><li>Citizenship, residency, or work visa required </li></ul> <p>TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Non-union position, 12 months Monday-Friday, Full-Time $50,000-$60,000 (based on experience)</p>