Operations & Corporate Experience
Logistics, Personnel Management, Transportation Leadership, and Strategic Execution
Operational Leadership in School Transportation
As Assistant Director of Transportation, I co-managed a large-scale school transportation department responsible for safely transporting thousands of students daily across a multi-tier schedule.
Department Overview & Scope
- Co-supervised approximately 96 bus drivers and paraprofessionals.
- Managed scheduling and real-time operations for 220 morning and afternoon routes.
- Coordinated multi-tier school bell schedules, fleet readiness, and safety protocols.
- Handled bus incident management, family communication, and school administrator alignment.
Logistics, Data & Systems Used
- Bytecurve: Staff dispatch, time tracking, and scheduling management.
- Tyler Technologies / Versatrans: Student routing, geographic data, and fleet mapping.
- MyGeo GPS & GIS: Real-time vehicle tracking, route analysis, and safety auditing.
- Cross-functional communication across district departments, school leaders, and local families.
20+ Years of Corporate & Business Background
Before entering education, I built a two-decade career in commercial sales, transportation logistics, customer service, and store management with industry-leading organizations.
AT&T
Store & Team Management / Small Business Sales: Managed retail store operations, team performance, customer account development, sales target execution, and customer service excellence.
UPS Freight
Logistics & Freight Operations: Supervised freight movement, dock procedures, route dispatching, driver coordination, safety compliance, and account management.
Coca-Cola
Account Development: Managed customer accounts, product placement, service relationships, territory execution, and customer satisfaction.
Halvor Lines
Recruiting: Supported candidate communication, hiring needs, talent outreach, and workforce development in the transportation industry.