Mgr.Transportation Safety and Training

2502006

Job Code: 2502006 Job Family/Function: 25 – Transportation Services\Management FLSA: Exempt Grade Ladder: MNPS Support Salaried Pay Grade: MNPS.TR007-S Duration (days/year): 260 Locations(s): Transportation Services

We Are Team MNPS Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

Responsible for the School Bus Driver training program to including initial Bus Driver Training, remedial training, and continued professional development for MNPS Bus Drivers in accordance with federal, state, and local laws that govern school buses and commercial vehicle operations. Plans, organizes, and coordinates the driver safety program in accordance with established policy and procedures.

What you will do

Manages the entire driver training program to ensure every trainee is trained according to the Entry Driver Level

Training Program and federal requirements to include theory, behind the wheel, on range, and on road training.

Ensures every trainee is fully trained and prepared prior to being presented for the CDL exam.

Manages the MNPS Drug and Alcohol program for all aspects of the MNPS Drug and Alcohol Policy to include

preemployment, return to work, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident. Drug and Alcohol testing

selection notification and record keeping of all Drug and Alcohol documentation as required by DOT requirements

Responsible to maintain accurate data for the transportation department on bus accidents and incidents, reporting

to the state, and other Key Performance Indicator metrics as required.

Plans, develops, and executes all of the transportation scheduled in-services and staff development meetings. All

training must have prior approval from the executive director of transportation.

Conducts performance reviews and safety check rides with bus drivers periodically as required. Evaluates the

safety of bus stops and bus routes, as required, if directed.

Responds to accidents and incidents, and maintains all accident files records, state reports, accident review team

meetings, and other records as required by the department.

Conducts all aspects of instruction to ensure all candidates are qualified and ready to perform their duties.

Provides instruction to bus drivers and bus monitors of proper bus evacuation procedures.

Runs required annual motor vehicle report on all certified bus drivers and a 3-year MVR on all employees operating

an MNPS vehicle.

Responsible for maintaining the status of all required licensing, credentials, and required training, including DOT

physicals, infinit-I training, and CDL renewals, etc., in driver files. Responsible for data entry on ELDT training into

the federal portal, and maintaining proper Federal Motor Clearinghouse Administration process on current and

new CDL applicants, annual review of drivers in FMCSA database, and other duties as related to state and federal

reporting as required. Maintains an annual DOT physical.

Responsible for interviewing new driver candidates and new bus monitor candidates. Reviews applications,

references, resumes, and oversees scheduling of interviews, and schedules classes.

Provides remedial driver and monitor training, and defensive driving courses, to drivers who are determined to be

inefficient in driving skills.

Additional Requirements

Operates a school bus as needed.

Serves on the accident review team and the Snow Patrol Team.

Education Qualifications

Associate's Degree Required

Experience Qualifications

4-6 years Relevant experience Required

Skills and Abilities

Computer Skills with proficiency in MS Office

Must possess a strong understanding of student management. Must be able to teach effective

strategies in student management.

Ability to operate all types of school buses: transit, conventional, and special needs school buses

Licenses and Certifications

Class B CDL License with Passenger (P) and School Bus (B) endorsements Upon Hire Required

Qualifications as 3rd Part Examiner for license evaluations within 180 Days Required

Equivalency Starting At: $102,374.78

Salaries are determined by factors relevant to the position which may include education, experience, and other qualifications. Final compensation decisions are made at the discretion of MNPS in alignment with organizational policies and procedures. The stated salary range for certificated teaching positions is calculated based on 201 days and should be viewed as a reference. All provided salary ranges serve as a general guideline. More information on salaries and pay tables can be found here .

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

At Metro Nashville Public Schools, we use detailed academic, behavior and social-emotional data to ensure every student in the district is known and our staff makes a concerted effort to tune into students' interests, passions, learning styles and needs. We focus on creating and supporting rigorous, engaging and personalized learning experiences for all students to identify and eliminate inequities - so every student has a clear and achievable path to success marked by measurable goals.

Offering a range of program and opportunities, MNPS has options to fit every family's needs. Whether you are looking for advanced academics, visual and performing arts, special education services, English language support or STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) educational programs, we offer the best choices to meet individual student needs - starting at Pre-K all the way through graduation.

Our Vision

Metro Nashville Public Schools will be established as the premier large school district in Tennessee and beyond by ensuring that every student is known.

Our Mission

We deliver a great public education to every student, every day.

Our Core Values

Core values drive and focus our collective commitments included in our mission and vision. These values reflect the principles that guide our internal conduct, as well as our relationships with the external community. Our core values are woven throughout our goals, high-level strategies, and performance measures.

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our global community. We strive to treat all employees and applicants with respect and fairness, and we make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. The American Disabilities Act (ADA) requires MNPS to provide adequate accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.