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Rankin County School District

Sub Bus Driver

Brandon, MS · On-site

$13 - $17.75/hr

Transport only authorized students. * Maintain student discipline on the bus and reports student discipline referrals to the principal with copies to the Transportation Director. * Exercise ...

Rankin County School District

Sub Bus Driver

Brandon, MS · On-site

$13 - $17.75/hr

Transport only authorized students. * Maintain student discipline on the bus and reports student discipline referrals to the principal with copies to the Transportation Director. * Exercise ...

Rankin County School District

Bus Driver

Brandon, MS · On-site

$13 - $17.75/hr

Transportation Supervisor Receives guidance from: Director and/or Assistant Director of Transportation, Principal, or Assistant Principal Overtime status: Compliant with position, salary and FLSA ...

Rankin County School District

Bus Driver

Brandon, MS · On-site

$13 - $17.75/hr

Transportation Supervisor Receives guidance from: Director and/or Assistant Director of Transportation, Principal, or Assistant Principal Overtime status: Compliant with position, salary and FLSA ...

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How much do transportation director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for transportation director in Ridgeland, MS is $89,588.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,500.00 and $102,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a transportation director?

A transportation director is in charge of transportation logistics. They typically set up the distribution routes and oversee the delivery of goods or products. They do this by utilizing trucking or other transportation routes. A transportation director may also work for a municipal department, helping arrange public transit such as bus, ferry, or train routes. If they work for a school, job duties involve overseeing bus routes for students.

What does a transportation director do?

A Transportation Director is responsible for overseeing and managing all transportation operations within an organization, such as a school district, city, or private company. Their duties include planning routes, managing budgets, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, supervising staff, and coordinating the maintenance of vehicles. They work to ensure efficient, safe, and cost-effective transportation services to meet organizational needs. Transportation Directors often collaborate with other departments and external agencies to optimize transportation logistics and address any issues that arise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a transportation director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Transportation Director, you need expertise in logistics management, regulatory compliance, and budgeting, often supported by a bachelor's degree in logistics, transportation, or business administration. Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS), fleet tracking software, and relevant certifications like Certified Transportation Professional (CTP) is highly beneficial. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication set top candidates apart. These competencies are crucial for optimizing operations, ensuring safety and compliance, and leading teams in a dynamic transportation environment.

What are some of the primary challenges transportation directors face when managing large fleets and how can they address them?

Transportation Directors often encounter challenges related to maintaining operational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and managing budgets within large fleet operations. Balancing timely deliveries, vehicle maintenance, and driver scheduling requires effective communication and strong organizational skills. Successful Transportation Directors leverage technology, such as fleet management software, and foster collaborative relationships with drivers, maintenance teams, and logistics partners to address these challenges. Proactively analyzing data and adapting processes helps them anticipate issues and improve overall transportation performance.
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Infographic showing various Transportation Director job openings in Ridgeland, MS as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 40% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $89,588 per year, or $43.1 per hour.

Sub Bus Driver

Rankin County School District

Brandon, MS • On-site

$13 - $17.75/hr

Other

Posted 21 days ago

Rankin County School District rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 638 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Bus Driver

The purpose of the Bus Driver is to provide safe, courteous, and comfortable transportation for elementary, middle, and high school children on daily bus route; along with assisting children with boarding, exiting the bus, loading/unloading, and practice and/or implement safety plan measures in a crisis drill or actual emergency situation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Know, recognize and obey road signs and signals by meaning, shapes, sounds and colors.
  • Exercise the effective defensive driving skills of self-control, alertness, foresight, and good judgment at all times while operating the school bus.
  • Conduct a thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspection of the school bus.
  • Maintain routes and schedules as planned by the local school board.
  • Remain alert at all times to hazards, including but not limited to poor weather conditions, other vehicles, road conditions and trains at railroad crossings.
  • Report any hazards along the existing route to appropriate school officials.
  • Keep exterior clean and adjusted mirrors at all times.
  • Keep the interior for the bus clean and sanitary, enforcing regulations against eating and drinking on the bus.
  • Transport only authorized students.
  • Maintain student discipline on the bus and reports student discipline referrals to the principal with copies to the Transportation Director.
  • Exercise responsible leadership when on out-of-district school trips when assigned.
  • Complete reports on bus discipline as required by the local school board.
  • The driver shall not, at any time, permit students to stand in the stepwell or loading area or where the student would likely fall out of the bus if the rear emergency door was opened or where the driver's view is obscured.
  • Report all accidents.
  • Notify the Director of Transportation or Shop Foreman of mechanical failure of the bus or lateness in meeting route schedule.
  • Participate in semi-annual safety and procedures training.
  • Perform a minimum of two school bus evacuation drills each school year utilizing appropriate emergency procedures.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned by the Transportation Director.

Qualifications:

  • Education Level: High School Diploma
  • Certification: Current MDE Driver Certification, or be able to obtain
  • Other Requirements: Be able to pass a background check, pass agility test, hold a valid Commercial Driver's License with "P" and "S" endorsements, or be able to obtain, Current DOT/Non-DOT physical, or be able to obtain

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. The requirements include abiding by all health requirements set forth for school bus drivers. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

The work environment is not a standard office setting; but rather encompasses the entire active school campus both inside and outside the facilities. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high.

Terms of Employment:

Salary, days and work year as established by the Rankin County Board of Education. Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Rankin County School Board policy on Evaluation of Employees.

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