Waynflete School, serving 580 students in grades Early Childhood through 12th grade, seeks a Transportation Director. The Director will develop, organize and manage all transportation needs for the Waynflete community. Waynflete seeks employees who are inspired by our mission, want to work in a school environment, and are dedicated to serving the needs of children. 

The Director is responsible for maintaining a safe fleet; ensuring compliance with state, federal and local laws; supervising our Transportation Team; providing efficient transportation to students on daily routes from Auburn, Bath, Kennebunk, Westbrook and Cape Elizabeth as well as for all athletic and field trips. The successful Director will collaborate with people throughout the school to ensure transportation needs are met in a safe, professional, and timely manner. The Director will promote teamwork and effective communication, and will embody the mission and values of Waynflete School.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• To supervise the daily work of the Transportation team, evaluate their efforts, and support their work as a team;
• To manage the hiring process as needed to maintain a full Transportation Team; 
• To ensure compliance with all transportation reporting, safety, training, licensing, and maintenance standards as required by local, state, and federal law;
• To plan, prioritize, implement, manage, and oversee the maintenance and repairs of the fleet;
• To oversee and manage expenditures within the transportation operating and capital budgets;
• To work cooperatively with all members of the school community, and in particular to develop collaborative relationships with the Division Directors and Assistants, the Athletics Director and Assistant Director, and the Auxiliary Programs Director. 
• To drive for activities and fill in for Route drivers as needed. 
• To perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Head of School and/or Head of School. 

Basic Skills, knowledge & abilities:

• Exceptional personal, organizational and communication skills;
• Implement strong supervisory skills and able to work collaboratively with a team;
• Understand and implement state and federal laws, codes, rules and regulations related to Transportation;
• Detail oriented with strong technological skills (Google suite, Veracross);
• Proven success developing and meeting an annual budget;
• Flexibility, time management and prioritization skills; 
• Able to work independently; anticipate, plan and organize work;
• Ability to relate effectively with a diverse community.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• CDLB license with P and S endorsement
• DOT Card
• Prior experience in transportation in an educational or similar institution
• Prior management experience

Position details: 

This is a year-round, full time position; salary will be commensurate with experience. 

Benefits include: 

• Medical Insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with generous school matching contribution
• Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Tuition benefit and financial aid
• Discounted summer camp and after-care programs
• Employee education/professional development grants
• Use of school library and fitness room
• Paid leave

With an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Waynflete seeks candidates who are committed to developing inclusive methods in their teaching, teamwork, and leadership. We believe that all students benefit from more inclusive environments. Taking inspiration from our mission, we seek qualified faculty and staff with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to enhance the student experience and strengthen our community.

To apply, please click below and upload a resume and cover letter.  In lieu of a resume, you may complete an application form and upload it to the resume section of your application.  Applications will be reviewed immediately and the position will remain open until filled. No phone calls, please.