Assistant Director of Transportation

Assistant Director of Transportation

Pay Range $ 70,000 $85,000

Company Overview

Community Teamwork is a private non-profit organization located in Lowell MA. We employ over 600 employees and are a catalyst for social change. We leverage our programs, our partnerships, and our collective voice to foster equity, compassion, and community engagement by creating housing, education, and economic opportunities.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Director of Transportation with a focus on Safety is responsible for developing and training current and future Bus Drivers and Bus Monitors in conjunction with supporting the Director of Transportation

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Train Bus Drivers and Bus Monitors on the policies and procedures of monitoring and driving responsibilities, including bus evacuation training. licensing for drivers.
• Provide instructions to employees/new hires to obtain/maintain CDL licensure.
• Develop and Maintain Driver/Monitor Training Programs and Records
• Schedule First Aid/CPR classes, Bus Evacuation Training
• Maintain PQ Registry of Drivers/Monitors.
• Perform observations of Drivers/Monitors.
• Maintain Accident and Drug & Alcohol Logs.
• Keep Drivers current on FMSCA rules.
• Follow Transportation policies and procedures as outlined.
• Work collaboratively with the programs to understand the programs designs and how best to support the drop off and pick of children
• Participate as a member of the leadership team and attend all required agency and program related meetings.
• Assure all policy and procedures are current and compliant
• Participate in and make recommendations for hiring Bus Drivers and Monitors. Keep staff up to date with all rules, regulations and procedures relating to the Transportation Department
• Uphold the values of CTI Equity, Integrity, Compassion.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The duties listed above are representative of the work performed. Other related duties may be assigned.

Qualifications:

• 2 years as School Bus Driver working with Children, 2 years Supervisory experience
• High School degree or equivalent.
• Pass CORI/SORI/DCF/Fingerprinting background checks
• Pass Pre-Employment Drug Test
• Valid CDL A or B with P and S Endorsements.
• 2 Years of Experience in supervising Pupil Transportation.
• 3 Years Clear MVR of Violation/Accidents.
• Excellent customer service, organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to motivate students and collaborate with others around program issues, and team teaching.
• Valid Massachusetts School Bus Drivers Certificate.
• Current or be able to obtain Notary Public within 3 months of hire
• Certified Passenger Safety Technician.
• Proficient Computer Skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet and comfort learning new software and tracking systems.
• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Evidence of recent Mantoux test, physical exam and MMR Vaccine

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish, English/Khmer English/Portuguese)
• Valid School Bus Driver Instructor Certificate.

Compensation and Benefit Information

At Community Teamwork, our employees enjoy best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellness. We offer:

• 4 Weeks of Paid Time Off - Paid Sick Leave - 12 paid holidays.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Company Paid Life Insurance Critical Illness Insurance-Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement - Career Advancement and Professional Development Opportunities
• 5% employer contribution to your 401K retirement account after 6 months of employment
• Great co-workers and a great mission with an outstanding Community Action offering a chance to help make a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer Vets/Disabled

This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral member of an innovative team in an organization committed to excellence.