Manager, Transportation - Mississauga, Canada - Peel District School Board

Peel District School Board

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Mississauga, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Job Summary

Reporting to the General Manager of Student Transportation of Peel Region, you will oversee the daily operations, administration, development and implementation of home to school transportation for the Peel District School Board and the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board.

Key Responsibilities

As Manager of Transportation, you will ensure that both Boards' policies and STOPR policies and procedures are adhered to, and that services are provided in a manner which prioritizes safety and efficiency.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, all contract compliance with nine (9) school bus operator divisions; ensuring the safety of 68,000 students getting to and from school daily; setting up all external meetings with Special Education services of Peel DSB and Dufferin-Peel CDSB to review start-up issues, program locations, timelines for IPRC reviews, student needs and future planning; approving medical transportation for applicable students; contacting schools or physicians in regards to students' medical conditions before approving; managing all department communications including being the media contact for inclement weather early morning calls (5:00 a.m.); updating website with inclement weather information for Peel DSB and Dufferin-Peel CDSB; overseeing the GIS software, including all software implementations, updates and innovative improvements; reviewing and recommending school hour adjustments for both Boards to maximize routing efficiencies; approving or denying any bell time request changes from schools by determining overall routing impact and budget implications; managing annual budget of $76M; liaising with internal and external stakeholders; such as, senior administrators, parents, trustees of both Boards; responsible for the supervision and training of staff; and actively participate on several committees.

Qualifications

University degree in Geography/Planning, Business Administration or an equivalent combination of relevant postsecondary education through GIS certification courses and significant experience in managing route planning logistics
Ten (10) years' experience in school bus transportation and five (5) years' management experience in school bus transportation
Extensive knowledge and expertise of GIS/Planning
Knowledge of advanced Route Planning Techniques
Outstanding interpersonal skills to effectively interact with all stakeholders
Extensive leadership abilities with a capacity for strategic planning and business development
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and to work effectively with all stakeholders of both Boards
Experience in unionized and multisite workplaces
Comprehensive knowledge of MTO legislation, Highway Traffic Act, AODA legislation, Broader Public Sector legislation
Effective knowledge of collective agreements, human resources practices and processes, and employment law
Knowledge of Human Rights Code and Employment Standards Act
Extensive knowledge of all Ministry of Education legislation pertaining to Student Transportation in Ontario
Must possess a valid Driver's License and have access to a vehicle
Demonstrated commitment to working in a diverse school community and/or work environment

Careers with the Peel District School Board Commitment to Equity, Anti-Oppression and Anti-Racism**The Peel District School Board is committed to equity in employment. We are committed to equitable hiring practices that allow us to hire qualified staff who reflect the full diversity of the Region of Peel. We will provide reasonable accommodation (e.g. an accessible location, rescheduling of interviews that fall on Days of Significance etc.) based on any of the human rights protected grounds, during the hiring process if advised in advance. We are also committed to inclusion, anti-oppression and anti-racist practices while also supporting the continuous growth and development of an equitable and empowered education system at the PDSB.

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Additional Notes
Preference will be given to qualified members of the Administrative Staff Group (ASG).

Job Reference:
CBO00002