TRANSPORTATION MANAGER @ SAFETY & TRANSPORTATION, 8 HRS, CONT.

TRANSPORTATION MANAGER @ SAFETY & TRANSPORTATION, 8 HRS, CONT.

Salary

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Location

Facilities Building - Spokane, WA

Job Type

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Job Number

AM26-06717

Department

Administrator

Opening Date

06/26/2026

Closing Date

7/10/2026 5:00 PM Pacific

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Description

As a Spokane Public Schools staff member, youll uphold our commitment to creating a loving and collaborative learning community where all students belong and thrive. We are looking for team members who embrace differences, have a desire to work with a diverse community of learners, have a heart for the humans they serve, work as a team, grow and reflect through feedback, are lifelong learners and positive problem solvers.

The Transportation Manager - provides leadership, direction, and oversight for all aspects of district transportation services, including daily operations, routing and dispatch, fleet management, driver recruitment and training, and safety and regulatory compliance. This role ensures safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation services in accordance with district policies and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations. The position establishes and maintains effective communication within the Transportation Department and with students, parents/guardians, community members, vendors, and district and school-based administrators. This position reports to the Director of Transportation.

This position will officially begin on July 1, 2027. Time spent from August 2026 through June 2027 will be project-based work, paid hourly, for any planning meetings that will be required throughout these months outside of the normal workday.

• Contract Type: Continuing (260 Days/12 Months)
• Benefits--Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) are provided for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year.
• Additional benefits may include vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays.
• Most positions have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary schedule, all in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreements as negotiated.

SALARY RANGE: $126,846 - $151,461

Responsibilities

Leadership, Supervision, and Staffing

• Supervise, train, evaluate, and support transportation department personnel, including drivers, dispatchers, and support staff.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain personnel to meet operational, safety, budgetary, and service requirements.
• Plan, prioritize, assign work, and conduct performance evaluations in alignment with district policies, labor agreements, and applicable laws.
• Foster a culture of safety, professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Operations, Routing, and Dispatch

• Oversee the scheduling, coordination, and dispatching of buses for home-to-school routes, field trips, extracurricular activities, and special trips.
• Coordinate the development and implementation of routing scenarios to maximize efficiency, on-time performance, safety, and capacity.
• Review and recommend route and schedule revisions based on student demographics, safety considerations, bus capacity, time constraints, and specialized needs, including McKinney-Vento and after-school transportation.
• Respond to and support resolution of operational disruptions, emergencies, and after-hours transportation issues.

Fleet and Logistics Management

• Ensure all district vehicles are maintained to meet or exceed industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee fleet maintenance programs, inspections, preventative maintenance schedules, and accurate service and repair records.
• Manage vehicle lifecycles including acquisition, replacement planning, repair-versus-replace analysis, and compliance with safety and emissions standards.
• Monitor and maintain required registrations, certifications, and inspections for vehicles and equipment.
• Manage fuel consumption, logistics budgets, and vendor contracts; identify and implement cost-containment strategies.

Training, Safety, and Compliance

• Develop, implement, and oversee driver onboarding, orientation, training, and certification programs in compliance with Washington State and federal requirements.
• Ensure ongoing driver licensing, endorsements, certifications, and renewals are current and accurately documented.
• Conduct driver evaluations, ride-alongs, and route observations to ensure compliance with safety, operational, and student management standards.
• Lead safety audits, accident and incident investigations, and corrective action processes; implement defensive driving and risk-reduction programs.
• Ensure compliance with FMCSA, DOT, OSHA, hazardous materials (HAZMAT), and all applicable transportation safety regulations.
• Implement district student discipline policies related to transportation, including age-appropriate student safety and behavior training.

Communication, Compliance, and Reporting

• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians to resolve transportation concerns, complaints, and service issues.
• Collaborate with district administrators, school leaders, labor representatives, students, families, and community partners to support transportation services.
• Prepare and maintain written materials including reports, procedures, bid specifications, correspondence, cost analyses, and regulatory documentation.
• Support development and revision of transportation-related policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and district laws, regulations, and policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Experience / Training:

• Bachelor's degree in administration, management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in transportation operations, logistics, fleet management, facilities, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of DOT and FMCSA regulations, routing and logistics systems, and fleet management practices.
• Possession of a valid Washington State Class B Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements.
• Possession of Washington State Driver Trainer Certification and Third-Party Examiner certification preferred or required as determined by the district or willing to obtain within two (2) years of employment.

Knowledge Of:

• District policies; federal and state laws and regulations governing pupil transportation.
• Fleet operations, vehicle acquisition, replacement specifications, maintenance practices, and safety standards.
• Accident investigation, prevention strategies, and emergency response procedures.
• Labor relations, employment law, and collective bargaining processes.
• Transportation software, routing systems, telematics, and GPS technologies.

Ability To:

• Plan, organize, prioritize, and manage multiple complex responsibilities while meeting deadlines.
• Analyze data, develop solutions, and make effective decisions involving stakeholders appropriately.
• Communicate clearly and effectively in written and oral form with diverse audiences.
• Establish and maintain positive, professional working relationships with staff, students, families, administrators, vendors, and labor representatives.
• Handle high-stress and emergency situations with sound judgment and professionalism.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.

Physical/Mental/Motor Demands:

While performing duties of this position, the employee experiences frequent sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, and repetitive fine motor activities. Hearing and speech to communicate in person, via video conference and computers, or over the telephone. Mobility to work in a typical office setting and use standard office equipment. Stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for an extended period of time. Vision: Frequent near acuity, occasional far acuity, and color vision. Vision to read printed and online materials, computer screens, or other monitoring devices. Strength is generally sedentary/light - exert force up to 10-25 lbs., occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; negligible force, constantly.

Work Environment

Climate-controlled office setting with temperatures ranging from mild to moderate cold/heat. Exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to loud for occasional to frequent time periods. May include driving school buses or other district vehicles in various road and weather conditions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee often performs routine work. The employee frequently exercises flexibility (ability to shift from one task to another). The employee frequently works within time constraints and maintains attentiveness intensity. The employee is frequently involved in social interactions which require oral and written communication.

Additional Information

• Work Schedule - Days and hours (listed above) are subject to change depending on program and district needs.

• Stipends, Leave Accruals and Holidays - Stipends, leaves and paid holidays are in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement Collective Bargaining Agreementsas negotiated.

• Benefits Highlights:

• The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) administers health insurance and other benefits for employees of Washington's school districts who are in benefit eligible positions (at least half-time/20 hours per week in a regular position).

• Multiple medical plans offered from various providers such as Kaiser Permanente WA, Premera Blue Cross, and the Uniform Medical Plan (for example) to fit your needs for varying cost and care options. Vision and Dental plan options, as well as standard Life and AD&D insurance are offered at no cost to the employee. The SEBB program also offers additional employee paid benefits like Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), supplemental Life and AD&D, Long-Term Disability insurance, and Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA).

• Benefit eligible Spokane Public Schools employees and their dependent family members have access to free, confidential counseling, consultation and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program.

• School District Employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) public pension plan. Employees can choose from a lifetime retirement pension plan or a hybrid pension and investment plan that contributes between 5% and 15% of wages to retirement. When employees meet plan requirements and retire, they are guaranteed a monthly benefit for the rest of their life from the employer-funded pension.

• Employees can also participate in voluntary savings programs to increase retirement savings such as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program or by participating in a 403(b) retirement plan through the District's plan manager, OMNI.

• See more about employee benefits at https://www.spokaneschools.org/page/salaries-and-benefits

• A fingerprint background check is required for all prospective employees

Spokane Public Schools complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate in the admission, treatment, employment, or access to its programs or activities on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, creed, national origin, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, to the use of a trained guide or service animal by a person with a disability, sexual orientation including gender expression or gender identity, or honorably discharged veteran or military status. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the school district's Title IX/Staff Civil Rights Officer, ADA Officer, Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer and/or 504 Compliance Officer.

The following Civil Rights Compliance Coordinators have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator: Jodi Harmon, JodiH@spokaneschools.org 509-354-7344
• Section 504 Coordinator: Melanie Smith, MelanieSm@spokaneschools.org 509-354-7284

Other district contacts:

• ADA Officer: Stephanie Busch, StephanieB@spokaneschools.org 509.354.5993
• Affirmative Action Officer: Jodi Harmon, JodiH@spokaneschools.org 509-354-7344
• Equal Opportunity Officer: Jodi Harmon, JodiH@spokaneschools.org 509-354-7344
• Harassment, Intimidation, Bullying (HIB)/Student Civil Rights Officer: Melanie Smith, MelanieSm@spokaneschools.org 509-354-7284

Address: 200 N Bernard Street, Spokane 99201-0282

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Follow this link to find out about all the great benefit options you have as an employee of Spokane Public Schools: - https://www.spokaneschools.org/page/payroll-benefits

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Do you have a Bachelors degree in administration, management, or related field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a minimum of 3 years experience in transportation operations, logistics, fleet management or facilities?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have two years of supervisory experience supervising 15+ employees?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Spokane Public Schools

Address 200 N Bernard

Spokane, Washington, 99201

Phone 5093547265

Website http://www.spokaneschools.org