Director-Transportation

Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website: BVSD.

Location: US:CO:BOULDER

Department: Transportation

Position Title: Director-Transportation

Position Start Date: February 3, 2025

Position Type: Central Administration

FTE: 1.0 - 40 hours per week - Regular, ongoing

Work Schedule: 261 Days - 12 Months

Salary Range 11: $109,165 - $163,747

Closing Date: December 18, 2024

Our People Are Our Strength in BVSD

Summary:

Develop and manage a safe and efficient transportation system that supports students in accessing curricular and extracurricular opportunities. Oversee all aspects of fleet operations and student transportation, including employee training, supervision, and fostering positive interpersonal relationships within the team. Administer the department's budget, ensure responsible vehicle procurement, and uphold fiscal accountability. Ensure compliance with district policies and state and federal regulations. Serve as a point of contact for departmental inquiries, addressing concerns from parents, staff, and community members while maintaining strong, collaborative relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the daily comprehensive operation of the District’s Transportation Department. Supervise the transportation of thousands of students daily. Oversee the District’s transportation fleet, composed of buses and the white fleet for safety, effectiveness, and efficiency for students, staff, and community.
• Responsible for the District-wide scheduling for pupil transportation. Develop and monitor transportation services for all bus routes that provide transportation for students. Schedule buses for district and non-district activities. Plan services for all bus routes and coordinate school times, boundaries, walk distances, services and costs. Coordinate and supervise scheduling methods for route development for regular and special education services.
• Develop, plan and monitor the transportation budget and administer the expenditures of funds as allocated. Prepare documents and reports as necessary to include budget cost savings scenarios. Assist to compile information for CDE 40 count. Accountable for set up of appropriate controls to approve expenditure for wages, operating expenses, equipment, vehicles, contracts, materials and supplies.
• Promote a productive environment for all district staff and students by recognizing and solving problems, and encouraging teamwork, creativity, and understanding. Supervisory responsibilities include hiring, disciplining, terminating, directing work, assigning work, training, and evaluating
• Review and develop procedures as necessary to increase the safety and efficiency of the District-wide transportation services
• Develops and maintains a safety program for the Transportation Department. Conducts periodic inspections of equipment and schedules necessary repairs in accordance with national and state guidelines. Identify areas needing additional training, redirection and support for employees to be successful.
• Collaborates with school administrators to promote positive student behavior and address any concerns that arise on school buses
• Establish and maintain an effective public relations program for the achievement of customer service. Respond to customer inquiries, determine and implement action required. Provide a support system for parents and students to address concerns that arise from daily operations.
• Is responsible for the development and maintenance of an annual procedure manual which includes bus schedules and routes.
• Observe weather conditions and work collaboratively with the leadership team in the development of procedures and recommendations for school delays and/or closures during emergencies and/or adverse weather.
• Collaborate and coordinate with the Department of Special Education to provide reasonable, safe, and prudent transportation services in compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Free and Appropriate Education (FAPE)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree with a major in: Business Administration, Transportation, Education or other related field

OR

• Minimum of 5 years of professional work experience in the field of Business Administration, Transportation or Education or other related field.
• Demonstrate a foundational understanding of Title IX, as well as relevant federal and state laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and promoting an equitable and safe environment for both students and employees. This includes knowledge of best practices related to discrimination, harassment, and the rights of students and employees, with a commitment to fostering a culture of inclusivity, fairness, and respect for all individuals.

Preferred:

• Minimum of three years experience in: School Transportation

Salary Information:

Salary Range 11: $109,165 - $163,747

Salary Placement varies according to experience and education.

*Pay range listed above is for employees newly hired to BVSD or current BVSD employees that are new to the employee group (existing employees currently in this unit please refer to the pay range on the appropriate salary schedule). BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended. 

Application and Selection Procedure:

• External Candidates: Apply on-line at jobs.bvsd
• Current BVSD Employees: Must apply through the INFOR portal
• If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.
• Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination. 

Benefits & Eligibility:

Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits which may include:

• Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Aflac
• Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• EcoPass

Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.

The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights - http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html