2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

 (Posted: 10/23/2025)

POSITION:  Director of Transportation

QUALIFICATIONS:  Bachelor’s degree is preferred or a combination of education and experience

Application Submission Procedure – External Candidates 

• To ensure full consideration, please visit the Ritenour School District website-https://auth.powerschool.com and complete our online application.
• Applications are accepted only through this process-mailed or emailed application materials will not be considered.
• Upload letter of interest and resume.
• All documents are required-partial or incomplete application materials will not be considered or reviewed; please make sure that all documents are uploaded appropriately.

 Application Submission Procedure – Internal Candidates 

• To ensure full consideration, please complete the online application.
• Navigate to https://www.ritenourschools.org/departments/human-resources/employmentjob-listings and select the Employment/Job Listings tab in the left-side menu.
• Click on Internal Applicants. New applicants will then create an internal profile by clicking Yes, I am an employee.
• Click on your initials in the top right corner, select Internal Job Settings, and verify your employee status to access internal job postings.
• Once logged in, click on “Job Listings” and apply for the position. 

SALARY: Competitive salary based on experience

DEADLINE: November 14, 2025

JOB DESCRIPTION 

JOB TITLE:   Director of Transportation

POSITION SUMMARY:  Directs, plans, and monitors the bus transportation operations and bus vehicle maintenance for the district in accordance with district policy, local, state, and federal requirements.

REPORTS TO: Chief Financial Officer

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Organizes, implements and manages pupil transportation system within the policy of the Board of Education.
• Responsible for the supervision of dispatcher, office professional, and driver employees.
• Prepares and monitors the departmental budget. Develops reports as required by the district and the State.
• Develops and maintains a list of students eligible for transportation.
• Coordinates with district administration to plan and implement efficient route schedules for pickup and drop-off of students served by the district.
• Oversees and ensures compliance with all regulations governing bus driver licensing and Department of Transportation regulations.
• Screens, interviews, and recommends the employment or termination of staff to Human Resources.
• Collaborates with District during inclement weather regarding school closing and student safety.
• Communicates with staff, administrators, parents, and community to resolve transportation issues including routes, stops, driver conduct, and measurements pertaining to eligible bus riders.
• Answers and responds to police calls after regular working hours.
• In collaboration with the Chief Financial Officer, develops preferred supplier list for transportation parts and equipment.
• Develops and provides an in-service training program for all transportation staff.
• Collaborates with building administrators regarding student discipline concerns on buses.
• Develops pre and post trip vehicle inspections procedures and maintenance reporting routines.
• Maintains accurate records for preparation of state and local reports, such as inventories, pupil transportation, route mileage, time records, special trip records, traffic accidents and other required reports.
• Interprets and communicates transportation procedures and regulations to public and staff.
• Incorporates transportation routing software system in the planning, forecasting and assigning of transportation services.
• Provides recommendations for improvement of transportation services and efficiency.
• Conducts safety inspections and accident investigations to create a safe environment for students and staff.
• Participates in building/facility planning teams.
• Shares emergency readiness response duties for 24 hour operational needs.
• Oversees bus maintenance operations and routines to ensure buses are readied for the annual Missouri State Highway Patrol state safety inspection.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands (Strength)

                -Exerts 10 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and

                -Ability to sit for long periods of time throughout the day and work for lengthy periods at computer, and

                -Ability to move through transportation facility, and

                -Ability to be physically active as necessary to monitor buses and parking area, and

                -Ability to visit multiple locations on a continual basis.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

                Vocational Preparation: (Experience)

-Minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation supervision.

-Valid driver’s license and CDL.

-Experience with and knowledge of technology, including Microsoft Office and GPS tools.

-Ability to evaluate and solve problems.

-Ability to recognize common safety and health hazards.         

                Education Preparation: (Formal and Informal)

              Bachelor’s degree preferred, or a combination of education and work experience.