Granville Exempted Village School District is proud to be one of Ohio's best public school districts. We serve a population of approximately 2,700 students in grades K - 12. Our students learn through a diverse selection of academic, athletic and service-based opportunities led by highly-skilled faculty and staff. Graduates of Granville Schools are well-prepared and empowered to be collaborative, adaptable, and responsible members of their communities and are equipped with the critical thinking and resiliency skills necessary for success in our ever-changing world. We are inspired by exceptional family and community support, and we are always Learning for Life!

We are currently accepting applications for the position of Transportation Supervisor. Successful candidates will model the District's mission, vision and values. Preferred candidates will have experience as a Transportation Supervisor.

Please complete our online application process to be considered for this position.

Job Objective:

Supervises the planning, delivery, assessment, and ongoing improvement of transportation services. Note: Driving duties may be assigned – for minimum qualification information, refer to “bus driver” Job Description File # 602.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED. Post-secondary transportation training or work experience is required.
• Holds or is qualified to obtain a state issued pupil transportation certification.
• Meets all mandated health requirements.
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job functions.
• Ability to monitor and manage compliance with transportation and environmental laws/regulations.
• Accounting skill and the ability to accurately compute and record mathematical data.
• Valid driver’s license. Meets all prerequisite and ongoing qualifications to be covered by the district’s insurance carrier.

Essential Functions:

The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

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  Directs pupil transportation services, ongoing driver training, and vehicle maintenance programs.
• Participates as an active member of the leadership team. Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district.
• Maintains open and effective communications. Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns. Keeps stakeholders informed about emerging issues.
• Analyzes data to improve transportation operations. Helps develop and implement the district’s strategic plan. Identifies and develops partnerships that enhance district services.
• Provides staff leadership and consensus development. Advances the change process. Implements strategies and time-frames to accomplish organizational objectives. Helps resolve problems.
• Administers the board-approved budget for assigned areas of responsibility. Approves the purchase of supplies and equipment. Ensures that program resources are equitably apportioned.
• Plans, procures, and manages supplemental service contracts related to assigned programs.
• Manages cost-control programs. Prepares bid specifications. Obtains price quotes. Prepares comparative data (e.g., quality, warranties, discounts, delivery dates, etc.). Approves invoices for payment. Prepares revenue/expense projections. Maintains accurate inventory records.
• Recommends the replacement of equipment necessary to ensure fleet effectiveness.
• Encourages program innovations. Pursues funding opportunities. Helps prepare grant/foundation applications. Implements funded proposals and complies with reporting requirements.
• Participates in transportation staff selection and orientation processes. Ensures the equitable distribution of workloads. Arranges for substitutes during staff absences as needed.
• Trains transportation staff in procedures to effectively accomplish assigned duties.
• Shares knowledge about advances in operational procedures and equipment technology.
• Monitors bus driver training requirements. Promotes defensive driving. Verifies that drivers are qualified and correctly licensed. Ensures that drivers are familiar all aspects of assigned duties.
• Promotes professionalism. Implements locally developed personnel appraisal standards.
• Prepares schedules/bus routes. Assigns drivers. Provides for the timely distribution of routing information. Works with the staff to address the needs of students with disabilities.
• Prepares transportation rosters (e.g., bus identification, student names, grade levels, building assignment, pick-up and drop off points, time schedules, etc.).
• Maintains up-to-date student information on each bus.
• Coordinates the non-routine use of buses (e.g., field trips, athletic contests, etc.).
• Administers an ongoing vehicle maintenance program. Recommends effective procedures to deal with emergency repairs. Coordinates annual state patrol bus inspections.
• Maintains an inventory of essential supplies. Oversees compliance with safety/environmental regulations. Inspects completed repairs. Maintains repair logs.
• Promotes bus safety. Supervises evacuation drills. Prepares bus safety program materials.
• Investigates and prepares accident reports. Documents all injuries that require medical attention.
• Monitors road and weather conditions. Recommends the need to delay or cancel services.
• Responds to transportation emergencies as needed.
• Assists other staff as needed to deal with time constraints and unexpected or urgent situations.
• Ensures that vehicles and storage areas are secured at the end of the workday.
• Reports discipline problems, vandalism, graffiti, equipment malfunctions, and other related concerns.
• Upholds the student conduct code. Maintains high expectations for behavior and performance. Helps with pupil management issues. Prepares student conduct reports as directed.
• Promotes a safe, efficient, and effective work/learning environment. Monitors safety concerns. Works with stakeholders to manage or eliminate risk factors.
• Supervises collection, verification, and recording of program information as directed.
• Manages the accurate and timely completion reports, records, and inventories.
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Encourages parent organizations and supports school-sponsored activities.
• Pursues growth opportunities that enhance professional performance and advance district goals.
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Abilities Required:

The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties.

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  Engenders staff enthusiasm and teamwork. Promotes a positive work/learning environment.
• Acknowledges personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
• Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
• Interprets information accurately and initiates effective responses.
• Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Organizes tasks and manages time effectively. Meets deadlines despite time constraints.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Supervises and evaluates assigned staff under the direction of the superintendent. Assumes

responsibility for the results of duties delegated to staff.

Working Conditions:

To promote safety, employees are expected to exercise caution and comply with safety regulations and district policies/procedures when involved in the following situations/conditions.

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  Balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and odors. Exposure to wet and/or slippery surfaces.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Interactions with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.
• Lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Operating and/or riding in a vehicle. Working near active vehicular traffic.
• Performing tasks that require strenuous physical exertion.
• Traveling to meetings and work assignments.
• Working in proximity to moving mechanical parts.

Performance Evaluation:

Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted by the Granville Exempted Village School District Board of Education.

The Granville Exempted Village School District Board of Education is an equal opportunity employer. This job description identifies general responsibilities and is not intended to be a

complete list of all duties performed. This document is subject to change in response to student demographics, staffing factors, funding variables, modified operating procedures, and other unforeseen events.