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Remember to check your CV before applying Also, ensure you read through all the requirements related to this role. The employer has asked WorkSource Oregon to perform pre-screening. To be considered: 1. Ensure you have a current iMatchSkills account by registering or updating it at The Dalles WorkSource office or online at www.imatchskills.org. You will obtain a job seeker ID for next step. 2. Email susana.m.flores@employ.oregon.gov with the subject line '[Job Seeker ID] and [Job Title].' with the following: Cover Letter, Resume, and Two (2) Recent Letters of Reference. Job Summary An employer is seeking a Director of Transportation who will plan, organize, and supervise all operations of the Transportation Department to assure the safe, timely, and efficient movement of students. In addition, the Director will see that there is effective repair and maintenance of all transportation equipment and hauling services. Requirements *Minimum 1 year of supervisory or management experience in K-12 transportation or related fields: public transit, distribution, municipal or county-level transportation departments. *Must have extensive knowledge of transportation equipment, vehicles, and mechanical repair/maintenance. *Valid CDL (Class B) or higher commercial license with passenger endorsement at time of hire. *Must pass a background check, drug/alcohol screening, and DMV records check. *High School Diploma or GED. Preferences: *Associate or bachelor's degree in Transportation Management, Business Administration, Educational Leadership, Public Administration, Automotive Technology, or a related field preferred. Job Duties *Establishes and determines bus driver routes and bus stops to increase safety, reduce costs, or better serve students and the district. *Coordinates activity, co-curricular, and other special routes and bus requests to provide after-school and field trip transportation. *Attends various meetings and trainings to address liability concerns and exchange information. *Develops goals for the Transportation Department at the beginning of each school year to ensure standards are met and performance is maximized. *Investigates weather and road conditions to assist administration in making decisions regarding school delays and/or closures. *Prepares various documents to provide necessary information to state/federal agencies and appropriate district personnel. *Schedules and presents programs and training on bus driving regulations, techniques, and student control procedures. *Recommends new hires, promotions, terminations, and transfers to maintain adequate staffing and workforce productivity. *Works effectively with vendors to obtain quotations, make purchases, and secure necessary items. *Supervises assigned personnel to ensure departmental work goals are achieved. *Collaborates with parents, school staff, and students on transportation-related issues. Hours *Full-time (40 hours a week) *240 Days/Year Pay $77,022-$91,969 (Non-PERS eligible) for the first 6 months. $81,939-$97,839 (PERS eligible) after the first 6 months. The Jobs for Veterans Act affords priority of service to covered Veterans and eligible spouses over non-covered persons for the receipt of employment, training, and placement services.