Transportation Coordinator Special Programs at Boone County Schools in Florence, KY

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TITLE: Transportation Coordinator Special Programs QUALIFICATIONS: Has a high school diploma or GED certificate Must pass a driving record check Must have computer knowledge Holds a valid Commercial Driver's License Class B, Endorsements P and S that is valid for interstate driving and a Kentucky School Bus Driver Certificate or must obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License Class B, Endorsements P and S that is valid for interstate driving and a KY School Bus Driver Certificate within ninety (90) days of employment Has demonstrated the ability to communicate and work effectively with staff and community Has demonstrated knowledge of specialized transportation equipment and needs of students Has at least three years of experience in either business, industry, education or a governmental agency REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation JOB GOAL: To enable each student, through safe and efficient transportation, to take full advantage of the complete range of curricular and extra-curricular activities offered by the school district PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and administer a transportation program to meet all the requirements of the daily Special Education and Preschool instructional programs and extra-curricular activities Prepare Special Education and Preschool bus routes for all schools in the District Prepare and update Special Education and Preschool bus schedules for all schools in the district Supervise Special Education and Preschool transportation personnel, and make recommendation for their employment, transfer, promotion, release and conduct evaluations Maintain ongoing communication with Executive Director Student Services Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment Maintain safety standards in conformance with state and insurance regulations, and update the preventive safety program Take an active role in solving all personnel problems connected with the transportation of Special Education and Preschool students, and act as a liaison with parents for complaints Coordinate professional development activities and routine meetings in conjunction with the Executive Director Student Services Develop recommendations for future equipment and personnel needs Cooperate with school principals and others responsible for planning school trips Attend appropriate committee, staff, and board meetings Insure that the district conforms with all state laws and regulations regarding Special Education and Preschool transportation Assists with driver training Plan and implement professional development for bus drivers assigned to Special Education and Preschool transportation Perform other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the supervisor TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary � Professional ll Salary Schedule 8 per day 40 per wk. 245 days 12 months Board approved 11-09-2006, Revised 9-11-08, Revised 6-11-2015, Revised 5-9-2019 Position type: Transportation / Transportation Coordinator School / site: Transportation Department Date available: 01/01/2027 Closing date: Until Filled