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The Director of Transportation is responsible for the supervision, evaluation, planning, coordination, and 
administration of the transportation department to ensure the department provides the safest, most 
efficient and cost-effective service to our students within the confines of all applicable laws, board 
policies, and union agreements. The position requires knowledge of various methods related to the 
operation of a school transportation system including the scheduling of work for effective and efficient 
utilization of staff as well as oversight of the maintenance of fleet vehicles and other equipment. Must 
possess experience in motivating, encouraging, and team building an effective staff to ensure a safe, 
efficient, and productive work environment.

1. Five or more years progressively responsible experience in administration of ground transportation 
operations in a large transportation operation or similar experience preferred 
2. Five or more years’ experience evaluating staff on performance and discipline matters.
3. Direct supervision and experience in a K-12 educational setting preferred
4. Must possess a working knowledge of policies and programs to ensure compliance with local, state, and 
federal regulations. 
5. Proficient in various computer systems and software, including Microsoft Office and Google. 
6. Experience working with people of diverse backgrounds, and tailoring and delivering work products and 
services to meet the needs of diverse groups 
7. Experience with a quality control program preferred1.Bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, management or any field related to the core duties and 
responsibilities of this position preferred.

1.Bachelor’s degree in business, logistics, management or any field related to the core duties and 
responsibilities of this position preferred
2. Possession of a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with the Passenger and School Bus Endorsements 
preferred
3. Illinois School Bus Permit preferred