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Director of Transportation (North West Hendricks Schools)Job SummaryNorth West Hendricks School Corporation is seeking a highly organized, safety-focused, and team-oriented individual to serve as Director of Transportation. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of student transportation, including personnel management, bus safety, route efficiency, compliance with state and federal laws, and effective communication with school leaders, staff, and families.Essential Responsibilities

• Submits recommendations for development of, and compliance with transportation policies, procedures, and programs
• Oversee daily transportation operations, including bus routing, scheduling, and driver assignments.
• Supervise, support, and evaluate all transportation personnel including drivers, dispatchers and mechanics.
• Ensure compliance with Indiana Department of Education, Department of Transportation, and FMCSA regulations.
• Develop, manage, and monitor the transportation budget and inventory.
• Collaborate with building administrators to meet student transportation needs, including regular routes, field trips, and extracurricular events.
• Coordinate and ensure ongoing training for all drivers, including safety, emergency procedures, and CDL compliance.
• Maintain accurate records for inspections, maintenance, and driver qualifications.
• Investigate and resolve concerns or incidents involving transportation services. Ensure vehicles are inspected, maintained, and repaired in a timely and efficient manner.
• Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and community members regarding transportation policies and concerns.
• Monitors weather and road conditions and aids in decision to delay/cancel school.
• Maintains confidentiality in all matters.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of three years of experience in school transportation or fleet management
• Valid CDL (Class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsements) or ability to obtain within six months
• Possess Indiana State School Bus Committee Standard Certificate
• Strong knowledge of Indiana school transportation regulations
• Effective leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficiency with routing software, scheduling systems, Microsoft Office and Google Suite
• Ability to respond to transportation emergencies outside of regular work hours

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee frequently is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and lay on a creeper.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 200 pounds.

____________________________________________________________________________Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, retirement and phone stipend
• Twelve month year with paid holidays and vacation time

Application ProcessInterested candidates should apply online through the North West Hendricks Schools employment portal at For more information, contact the HR Director at 317-###-####.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelDirector

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionManagement and Manufacturing
• IndustriesEducation Administration Programs

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