Hybrid Assistant Director - Transportation at Gilbert Unified School Dist 41
Gilbert Unified School Dist 41 · Gilbert, United States Of America · Hybrid
$78,221.00 - $78,221.00
- Professional
- Office in Gilbert
- Position Type:
Administration/Assistant Director - Transportation - Date Posted:
8/12/2025 - Location:
Transportation - Date Available:
09/02/2025 - Closing Date:
10/13/2025 Additional Information: Show/Hide - Assists in the supervision, development and administration of the student transportation program to meet all the transportation requirements of the daily instructional program and extra-curricular activities.
- Assists in the supervision and recruitment, training and performance of all transportation staff, directly bus and van driver staff, and makes recommendations regarding their employment, transfer, and promotion.
- Monitors the routing process and procedures to ensure operation efficiency.
- Assists in the preparation of state and federal transportation reports as required.
- Assists in the preparation and management of the Transportation Department budget, analyzing costs and recommending cost control measures.
- Assists in the supervision and monitoring of the fleet including verification of inspection of vehicle equipment, the scheduling of needed repairs or preventive service work ensuring buses provide safe and efficient transportation service with a minimum of delays and disruption of service.
- In the absence of the Director of Transportation, Investigates and reports accidents in a timely fashion.
- Adheres to and enforces District Policies and conforms to D.O.T. regulations related to drug and alcohol testing of transportation employees.
- Assists in the coordination of student discipline problems with school administrators.
- Remains current on all changes in State, Federal or County laws, transportation regulations and requirements that may impact the District.
- Assists in negotiating with vendors to purchase transportation vehicles, equipment, materials and supplies.
- Assists in providing training opportunities for the transportation staff
- Communicates with parents, students and staff on a regular basis
- Perform other related tasks as assigned
- Reports to the Director of Transportation
- Evaluated under the Administrator Evaluation
- Knowledge of State and Federal laws related to Special Education.
- Knowledge of developmental behavior patterns of students with disabilities.
- Knowledge of Gilbert Public School district programs and services
| Assistant Director - Transportation | JobID: 16917 |
Months Contracted: 12 Month Long
Job Grade: Assistant Director
Annual Rate: $78,221 and up depending on experience
Full Time Equivalency: 1.0 FTE
Application Procedure: Apply online
Fingerprint Clearance Card: Must have a Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card prior to processing. Please Click Here.
Assistant Director - Transportation
Purpose Statement
The job of Assistant Director of Transportation requires full collaboration with the Director of Transportation for the purpose/s of effectively and efficiently directing, coordinating, and supervising all student transportation operations.
Essential Functions
Other Functions
Minimum Qualifications
Mental Requirements
Learning Development- Level E Knowledge in a recognized professional field or technological discipline sufficient to command various principles, facts, and practical applications. Learning development is obtained by the completion of a college curriculum resulting in a bachelor's degree in a specialized field; advanced mathematics, very advanced language development, proficient understanding of practical systems.
Problem Solving - Level 3 Work situations are of sufficient scope and variety that significant interpretation and evaluation is required to successfully recognize and define problems. Highly technical judgments and/or constructive thinking involved. Alternative solutions must be considered and short-term action plans must be developed and sequenced.
Physical Requirements
Physical Skill - Level A Basic level of learned physical skill is required. No special coordination beyond that used for normal mobility and handling of everyday objects and materials is needed to perform the job satisfactorily.
Physical Effort - Level 1 Minimal physical exertion is required. Most job time is spent sitting with occasional walking. Occasional lifting, guiding, and carrying of lightweight materials or equipment.
Social Requirements
Human Relations Skill- Level B Job requires patience in communication and well-developed verbal skills to exchange technical or complex information with individuals or small, informal groups. skills in establishing harmonious relationships and gaining cooperation are important.
Scope of Contacts - Level 2 Interpersonal contacts extend to peers in other work groups, or to clients/customers who speak the language, either within or outside the organization. interactions with higher levels of authority beyond immediate supervisor must be conducted on an intermittent basis.
Work Environment
Performance Environment - Level B Work pressure, disturbances of work flow, and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent basis. Changes in the performance environment require occasional upgrading of skills..
Physical Working Conditions - Level 1 Generally good working conditions. Little or no exposure to extremes in noise, temperature, etc. little or no exposure to safety or health hazards.
Accountability
Level of Accountability -Level C Responsible for performing work requiring advanced job skills and for responding to work situations within minimum guidance or direction.may be responsible for training and guiding others, and/or reviewing their work. senior level contributor, lead person, or working supervisor.
Organizational Impact - Level 3 Work results, decisions, and approvals impact the overall design of internal systems, programs, and/or research; the status of others; and/or critical aspects of the final product or service in terms of quantity or quality.
Additional Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Experience, Education, and Certifications
Experience: Five years transportation management experience preferably in a School District or public sector entity, three of which are in a supervisory capacity. Minimum three (3) years of experience in a management position working with a large staff and large budget.
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant area preferred.
Certifications/Clearances: Must possess a valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card while employed. Possession of a valid Arizona Class B, CDL, with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement, Arizona School Bus Drivers Certification. DPS Instructor’s Certification preferred.
Compensation Details
FLSA Status: Exempt
Pay Schedule: Assistant Director
Work Calendar: Administrator 12 Month Long
Non Discrimination Statement
Gilbert Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, sex, (including pregnancy and other related conditions), gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, age (over 40), parental status, or disability in admission to its programs, services, or activities, in access to them, in treatment of individuals, or in any aspect of their operations. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups pursuant to the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act. The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the District’s activities and programs. The Gilbert Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights or both. The nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures are located on the Gilbert Public Schools website.
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