Director of Paratransit

The Director of Paratransit is responsible for all aspects of planning, strategy and implementation of the Paratransit Program. The position requires a flexible schedule and a strategic mindset balancing customer service while analyzing data to create structure and implement best practices and policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business Administration or equivalent
• Five years’ experience in transit, preferably paratransit programs in a dynamic or flexible scheduling environment, logistics, or transportation services
• Strong management/leadership skills including 5+ years’ experience as a director/manager
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel and department and organizational communication and project management software and apps
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to be empathetic and persuasive in individual and group settings
• Possess a valid State of California Driver’s License
• Cal/OSHA 30 or 10 certification preferred
• Ability to operate all paratransit vehicles
• Sensitivity and compassion for elderly and physically and/or emotionally disabled individuals

Benefits

• 12 days of vacation in year 1, 15 days in year 2, 20 days in year 5
• 11 sick days per year
• 13 days of holidays total, 12 observed with 1 Floating
• 100% covered health insurance with base plan
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• 403B Retirement Plans with 3.5% employer contribution after 12 months