Transportation Director, Saddle Mountain Unified School District


Position:
Transportation Director

Type:
Public


Location:
Rural


Job ID:
132937

County:
Southwest Maricopa


Posted:
March 06, 2026




Contact Information:
Saddle Mountain Unified School District
38201 W. Indian School Road
Tonopah, Arizona 85354
District Website

Contact:
Ellen Spielman
Phone: 6234745115
Fax:
District Email


Job Description:

 Supervises the fixed-route bus operations of the District transit program, in accordance with program policies and procedures and public transit regulations
 Coordinates transportation for field trips and special events
 Assists in the recruitment and supervision of all transportation employees; plans and coordinates work assignments; monitors work activities, and assures that staff adheres to policies and procedures for efficient operations
 Trains and instructs employees in operating procedures and safety standards; conducts safety and evacuation drills; maintains training records
 Assures Bus Drivers are ready and prepared for duty, briefed on road conditions and routes, adequately trained, and held accountable for duties and responsibilities assigned
 Assures that staff maintains safe vehicles, and adhere to policies and procedures for efficient operations; assures compliance with safety and service standards
 Prepares state and federal reports as required
 Prepares and manages the Transportation Department budget
 Manages the district alternative fuels program, under directives from AZ Department of Environmental Quality and AZ Department of Commerce
 Determines needs and develops specifications for district fleet purchases
 Performs dispatcher duties; adjusts transit routes as needed to meet driving conditions and staffing availability
 Prepares and updates bus routes and schedules for all schools in the District
 Ensures routing software is accurate and route lists are posted online
 Prepares, reviews and compiles operating and incident reports and program statistics; assists in preparing reports for Governing Board and outside agencies as requested
 Monitors preventive maintenance safety program, coordinates vehicle and equipment repairs, and resolves maintenance service issues
 Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment
 May substitute as a Bus Driver as needed; may assist in resolving discipline issues with students and parents
 Performs other duties as assigned



Other:

A minimum of four (4) year’s experience operating passenger transport vehicles is required

Supervisory experience is preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides
the required knowledge and skill level

Must pass a thorough background investigation

Strong leadership and communication skills required

Technology skills required

SMUSD operates on a 4 day work week (Tuesday - Friday)

SMUSD is an equal opportunity employer

Please apply at https://www.smusd90.org/page/human-resources