Director Of Pupil Transportation

• JobID: 9441

Position Type:
Director

Date Posted:
9/14/2021

Location:
Education Center

Date Available:
TBD

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Director of Pupil Transportation

The Cincinnati Public Schools invites applications for the position of Director of Pupil Transportation. This position reports to the Chief Operations Officer. The Director of Pupil Transportation is responsible for providing safe and efficient transportation services for eligible students to and from their homes to private, parochial, charter, other non-public, and public schools in the City of Cincinnati, under the established guidelines of the district.

ABOUT CPS:

Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) serves 36,000 students preschool to 12th grade in over 67 schools across a 90-square-mile district in Southwest Ohio. Cincinnati Public Schools is the best-performing large urban district in Ohio and ranks among the top 2 percent of Ohio districts for students’ learning and growth and offers families high-quality school choices and academic programs.
The district's innovative approach to education, its investment in effective and caring educators and employees, and vast array of collaborative partnerships have accelerated school performance to the highest level in decades - ensuring that students in preschool to 12th grade thrive and graduate prepared for successful lives in the 21st century.
Cincinnati Public is looking for creative, innovative, passionate, problem-solvers to join our team. We seek to have a positive impact on our children and families every day and are looking for staff members who want to not only do an excellent job with their career field but also serve as a role model for the children in CPS. We invite you to become a member of our CPS work family.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree required; a degree in the field of business, transportation or logistics is preferred
Valid driver’s license required
Minimum five (5) years of related pupil transportation experience including supervisory responsibilities, or ten (10) years of experience in other logistic fields
Analytical and computer skills necessary to maintain various state reporting requirements, computerized routing and management of services, and monitoring of system performance
Knowledge of vehicle safety laws and regulations including Ohio Revised Code, Ohio Administrative Code and CFR federal code
Experience in process design and execution of new processes
Knowledge of implementing emergency plans and procedures
Excellent vendor performance management skills
Ability to organize, supervise, and develop the transportation system and staff
Ability to overcome obstacles and persist to achieve results
Knowledge of procurement systems, budgeting and financial systems
Excellent public relations skills
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both verbally and in writing, including tailoring communication to specific audiences
Active listening and relationship-building skills
Organizational and problem-solving skills
Ability to work effectively with others

COMPETENCIES

OWNERSHIP

Leads organization by example, modeling the highest level of personal accountability, putting self on the line in pursuit of breakthrough results.
Holds leadership accountable for decisions and progress against them.
Forges culture of optimism and perseverance in the face of challenge.

CUSTOMER FOCUS

Ensures perspectives from within CPS and from families and stakeholders are reflected in decision making and planning.
Embeds a customer-first mentality within the organization, modeling the ability to set aside own feelings and possible prejudices to really understand what customers need and want.

CULTURAL COMPETENCE

Demonstrates ability to deal effectively with management, diverse employee groups, and the public.
Demonstrates ability to work with diverse groups, and effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
Forges a district culture where diversity in the norm; recognizes that understanding our biases and working to embrace diversity is a lifelong journey.

COLLABORATION ACROSS BOUNDARIES

Models highest level of personal and professional trust with families, stakeholders, and people across the organization.
Contributes to a sense of shared purpose among leadership team and holds team accountable for collaboration within and across departments.
Conducts oneself in the best interest of students, in accordance with the highest traditions of public education and in support of the District’s Mission Statement.

CLEAR AND CANDID COMMUNICATION

Serves as organizational role model in delivering direct and constructive feedback and coaching.
Publicly represents organization, successfully generating support CPS’ work and goals.
Instills a culture that encourages teams and individuals to raise challenging issues that are essential to moving the district forward.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT

Drives a results-oriented culture that relentlessly focuses on improving quality based on data.
Proactively identifies and acknowledges mistakes made and reflects on causes, redesigning efforts based on what was learned.
Seeks ideas and feedback from employees at all levels, appropriately incorporating input and championing change efforts.

PLANNING AND EXECUTING

Makes strategic decisions in the face of uncertainties and pressure. Remove obstacles for others.
Ensures district’s priority projects are delivered on time and on budget.
Knowledge of current computing technologies and software applications appropriate to the position’s job responsibilities.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Director of Pupil Transportation has the following performance responsibilities:
Oversee the development and implementation of short and long range district planning for pupil transportation services.
Develop, propose, review, approve and oversee the implementation of department activities, projects, budgets, equipment, staffing assignments, schedules and projected outcomes and ensure compliance with district policies and procedures in response to all pupil transportation services.
Directs the day-to-day activities and staff of the Transportation department. Duties include hiring, training, counseling and evaluating staff performance.
Monitors district compliance with Federal, State regulations and requirements, along with district standards relating to pupil transpiration; also initiates corrective action as needed.
Evaluates replies to Requests for Proposals (RFP) and recommends the award of transportation contracts.
Administers contracts related to pupil transportation activities; works with vendors to resolve contractual issues/concerns as necessary.
Monitors vendor performance including On Time Performance, Customer Service, and Safety Requirements
Prepares and administers budget(s) totaling over 45 million dollars; assures expenditures are within the approved budget(s)
Assumes responsibility for the development and implementation of efficient, cost effective and safe transportation policies and practices.
Works with district and school administrators, staff, parents and others in matters relating to pupil transportation as well as support for special programs.
Responds to emergency situations and matters of concern regarding transportation issues.
Develop a thorough knowledge and application of the district’s Quality Improvement methods to achieve improvements in transportation
Compile, review and understand complex data analyses and provide information to district leadership to make data-informed decisions in the area of pupil transportation; develop scorecards, reports, memos, procedures, manuals, and other documents regarding operations
Respond to inquiries from the public and district staff on a variety of transportation issues; communicate news and information regarding emerging situations with district leadership and the Board of Education as appropriate
Participate in planning meetings with district stakeholders, community representatives
Prepare a variety of presentations and provide technical expertise and reports to district leadership, Board of Education, district employees, parents or other stakeholders regarding transportation services; serve on district committees, attend staff meetings and represent the district in meetings, hearings, workshops, conferences and professional activities.
Oversees the operation and maintenance of the District’s pupil transportation routing and service management software systems(Versa Trans, On Screen, My Stop, etc)
Implements training programs and in-service programs for staff at all levels.
Conducts routing studies and recommends school start times as appropriate.
Manages the reimbursements for eligible students in lieu of transportation services.
Advises Superintendent on weather conditions and recommendations to close schools during inclement weather.
Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Certain jobs at Cincinnati Public Schools may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation are available upon request from Human Resources.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: Multiple Locations