AddressDescription
The manager role is a hands-on position that requires a strong knowledge of transportation and the geographic area; the primary business is school busing.
Principal duties
* Provide leadership to key departments
* Maintain awareness of current industry trends and changes
* Assist in the development of operational budgets
* Investigate and initiate change to improve operations systems and procedures
* Recruit, manage, supervise and direct personnel
* Supervise and delegate responsibilities of personnel
* Assist with driver performance issues by supervising and supporting the training officer
* Oversee fleet maintenance needs and initiate immediate repair
* Set-up and input data for driver payroll
* Prepare monthly billing
* Handle public and driver inquiries, hostile or complimentary, demonstrating empathy, and professionalism
* Represent the company at school board mee tings, and with the media
* Establish and maintain relationships with current and future clients
* Network and volunteer in the community and industry
Required
* Post-secondary education with emphasis on Management; or equivalent experience
* Exceptional organizational, analytic problem solving and diplomacy skills
* Excellent communication skills
* Knowledge of WCB and Occupational Health & Safety regulations
* Knowledge of budgeting and financial statements
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Desired
* 3+ years operations and management experience with strength in decision making
* Familiarity with transportation sector
* Expertise in organizational planning
* Knowledge of provincial and federal laws & regulations pertaining to industry requirements
