LARRY JOHNSON
Indianapolis, IN. 46235
*************@*****.***
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
An energetic, innovative and dynamic Director who has a proven track record in managing operations in a fast-paced environment. Experience of effectively running a successful department in a high pressure environment. Responsible for the transportation and management operations and also for providing excellent standards of service, efficiency and performance through outstanding people management skills. Currently looking for a suitable Director of Operations, Transportation or other Administrative opportunity to join a successful and growing corporation and to be part of their ongoing and continued success.
CAREER HISTORY
Indianapolis Public Schools:
George Washington Community School – Student Adjustment Coor. 2001- 2005
Emma Donnan M.S. - Dean of Students/Behavior Specialist 2005-2007
IPS. Transportation Dept. – Transportation Compliance Monitor 2007-2010
Lawrence Township:
Character Development Coordinator 2011-2012
Lawrence North High School – Attendance Dean 2011-2012
Kokomo-Center Consolidated School Corporation:
Director/Supervisor of Transportation - 2012- Present
Recruit, Hire, and create training timeline for new employees
Evaluate district transportation needs, and set plan for pupil transportation
Supervise office personnel, mechanics and drivers
Assist in preparing budget
Efficiently managing a team of drivers and vehicles.
Communicate effectively with Administrators, parents and students
Maintenance and security of building and grounds
Prepare Payroll
Calculate and prepare drivers contracts
Managing, monitoring and developing a team of drivers and monitors
Involved in strategic development and strategy making.
Being the first point of contact for all drivers.
Complete Annual cost analysis
Compile annual report
Coordinate Deaf/Blind daily and weekly bus
Coordinate special needs transportation
Order Fuel
Observe, record, and report driver performance
Update Policy and Procedure Manual
Authorize payments of transportation bills
Submit complete accident reports for corporation vehicles
Plan and produce in-services for transportation
Inspect roads in inclement weather, and contact Superintendent to propose school closing or delays
Maintain Inventory information, and daily bus video system
Making sure that all transport fleet vehicles are properly maintained and serviced.
Arranging for the induction and training off all new staff.
Assign and monitor field trips
Developing and nurturing parent, student, and district relationships.
Maintaining accurate administrative records.
Giving drivers a full debrief, including techno analysis.
Identifying operational issues, potential problems and opportunities.
Resolving and managing queries and complaints with courteously and efficiently.
Appraising staff performance and also taking disciplinary measures when required.
Ensuring all district and customer objectives are achieved
Experience with Edulog routing, fieldtrip, and GPS
Responsible for introducing WIFI to the KSC
Transportation department as a bus feature.
Project Management
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Professional strengths:
Proven track record of handling transportation activities
Effective communicator with Administration, parents, and students
Excellent command over written and verbal communication
Possess excellent management and interpersonal skills
Familiar with the use of the Internet and business networking sites
Ability to analyze accounting and financial statements
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Product, spread sheet formulas and statistical software
Highly skilled in handling multiple tasks as well as achieving targets in a timely and consistent manner
Education:
Bachelors of Science in Organizational Leadership
Master of Science in Educational Leadership
References:
Michael Brooks
Principal
Providence Cristo Rey
cell: 317-***-****
Tracy Means
Associate Principal
Lawrence North High School
7802 Hague Rd, Indianapolis IN 46256
***********@*****.***.**.**
Office: 317-***-**** cell: 317-***-****
Robert Huggins
Former Director of IPS Transportation
317-531 – 0178
Nathan Taylor
Assistant Supervisor of Transportation
Kokomo School Corporation