Monroe County School District needs a Transportation Area Coordinator at Sugarloaf School to supervise the day-to-day operations of student transportation services in the assigned area and to transport students to and from designated stops.

DESCRIPTION:

This list represents the essential tasks performed by the position. These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other duties as assigned.
1. Coordinates, assigns and supervises work schedules for bus operators, bus attendants and substitute bus operators; including assigning additional paid duties, such as double-ups and approving additional time and overtime.
2. Supervises and evaluates the performance of, and participates with their supervisor, in the annual evaluation of bus operators, bus attendants and substitute bus operators.
3. Assists in completion of, collects and files as appropriate, worker’s compensation reports, accident reports, bus conduct referrals, daily bus inspection reports, timecards and time sheets.
4. Coordinates and files bus repair requests with garage mechanics.
5. Coordinates and reviews collection of attendance data for FTE reporting.
6. Performs bus operator or substitute bus operator duties as necessary.
7. Monitors student transportation radio transmissions for information regarding current operations.
8. Assures timely response to school based concerns.
9. Assures clear and timely communication with parents, guardians and the community.
10 Provides in-field supervision during incidents and emergencies.
11. Coordinates computerized scheduling, and approval of field study trips and assignment of drivers for such trips in accordance with bargaining unit guidelines.
12. Assists in the development and direction of a functional periodic safety program and inspect all area buses to ensure cleanliness.
13. Communicates effectively and positively with school administrators and citizens.
14. Implements rapid response techniques for emergency situations.
15. Monitors student bus routes and stops and make recommendations to assure safe location and conditions.
16. Ensures compliance with all pertinent laws, rules, regulations, and policies governing transportation services.
17. Performs work found in the Bus Driver Job Description.
18. Must possess or be able to obtain certification in CPR, First Aide, and bus driver trainer; may be required to obtain other specific certifications or complete coursework as deemed necessary by supervisor.
19. All required skills found in the Bus Driver Job Description.
20. Establishes bus stops and plans area routes.
21. Drives field trips as desired when no bus drivers have signed to drive such trip after proper posting per the bargaining unit contract.
22. Reviews GPS data on school buses as needed to assist in supervision of bus operators and substitute drivers.
23. Interviews applicants for bus operator, bus attendants and substitute bus operators and recommends applicants for hire to their supervisor.
24. Maintains transportation route information in FOCUS student database.
25. Addresses and assists bus drivers with student discipline problems, aided by the school administration.
(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other duties as assigned.)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires a minimum of a GED or high school diploma.
• Requires a valid state driver’s Class B CDL license with P (passenger) and S (school bus) endorsements and verification of an acceptable driving record through the State Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Ability to meet the Florida Department of Education's Physical Examination for School Bus Driver (Form ESE 479).
• Must possess or be able to obtain certification in CPR and First Aide; may be required to obtain other specific certifications or complete coursework as deemed necessary by supervisor.