Holland Public Schools is located in Holland, Michigan. The district has four elementary schools, one middle school and one high school and has an enrollment of approximately 3000 students. We offer a dual language immersion program in Spanish in grades K-8. Holland Public Schools has a diverse student population with approximately 47% Latinx, 9% Black, 6% Multiracial, 3 % Asian and 35% White and approximately 64% free and reduced lunch.
Holland is located on the shores of Lake Michigan with an inlet lake, Lake Macatawa. You will love the outdoor activities, the diverse community, and be able to create the lifestyle you choose. Holland provides a small-town charm and big-city amenities. Attend our world-famous Tulip Time Festival, visit one of our neighborhood art fairs, or watch a brilliant sunset over Lake Michigan. No matter what your interests, you won't be disappointed!
JOB TITLE: Director of Transportation
SALARY LEVEL: Salary based upon experience and qualifications
EMPLOYMENT TERM: Full year, full time
REPORTS TO: Deputy Superintendent
CLASSIFICATION: Professional Support
PRIMARY JOB GOAL: Leadership and supervision of the Transportation Department. Providing safe transportation of all eligible district students to and from school; transportation of students for extra-curricular and co-curricular events and activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Oversee the design of maximally efficient routes and schedules, including athletic trips and field trips.
- Ensure that the school district conforms with all state laws and regulations regarding school transportation.
- Oversee the maintenance of all buses with the highest priority placed on safety.
- Obtain and maintain all records required, all certificates of training and inspection that verify the conformance of the operation to the law.
- Ability to lead people toward a common mission and vision required. Ability to work collaboratively with others.
- Assist the Superintendent in making decisions about the safety of the roads in the event of inclement weather.
- Provide instruction, training and professional development to drivers and bus aides.
- Ensure the enforcement of all rules and policies for all riders.
- Manage the fuel system, including fuel rings, fobs, dispensers and associated equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Regular, reliable and punctual attendance is an essential function of the job.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must demonstrate the following:
- Must hold at least a “B” CDL with P, S and Air brake endorsements.
- Type B fuel tank inspector certification required (or willing to obtain)
- Certification to manage and inspect the fuel tanks per state requirements.
- High School Diploma required; college education preferred.
- Knowledge of routing software preferred.
APPLICATION: Candidates should apply for this position online at: www.hollandpublicschools.org by October 17, 2025.
APPLICANTS: Holland Public Schools encourages applications from minorities, women, and persons with disabilities.
Per HPS Board Policy, the following information is provided to all new employees:
The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the district.
Holland Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, height, weight, marital status, handicap, disability, or limited English proficiency in any of its programs or activities. Inquiries regarding the district's non-discrimination policies should be directed to: Katie Pennington, Deputy Superintendent, Holland Public Schools, 320 West 24th Street, Holland, MI 49423 (616) 494-2000.
