Operations Executive Public Sector Leader Multi-Site Operations

Jerry P. (JP) Burd

******@*****.*** • 951-***-**** • Menifee, CA • linkedin.com/in/j-p-burd

SUMMARY

Operations executive with 15+ years of experience leading large-scale, multi-site organizations focused on operational excellence, asset-intensive operations, workforce leadership, organizational growth, and customer service. Proven success overseeing organizations spanning 80+ locations, 2,500+ employees, 6,000+ assets, and budgets exceeding

$80 million. Recognized for building high-performing teams, driving operational improvements, and implementing scalable solutions that enhance performance, accountability, and long-term business results. CORE COMPETENCIES & KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

Enterprise & Multi-Site Operations Leadership: Directed large-scale operations across 12 districts, 10 service centers, and 80+ nationwide locations; led organizations of 2,500+ employees and managed more than 6,000 assets while delivering safe, reliable, and customer-focused services at scale.

P&L Management & Financial Stewardship ($80M+): Managed multimillion-dollar operating budgets and resource allocation strategies; delivered measurable cost reductions through organizational restructuring ($750K annual savings) and operational infrastructure initiatives generating approximately $2M in recurring annual savings.

Operational Excellence, Compliance & Risk Management: Led complex, highly regulated operations with accountability for safety, compliance, asset performance, workforce readiness, and organizational risk management; established standardized operating practices that improved consistency, reliability, and service delivery.

Workforce Leadership, Labor Relations & Succession Planning: Built and developed high-performing leadership teams, strengthened labor relations, and implemented succession strategies to support organizational growth, leadership continuity, and long-term operational performance.

Strategic Planning, Business Transformation & Performance Improvement: Secured $2.7M in grant funding, led development of a $16M operational facility, and implemented performance-driven operating models that improved efficiency, asset utilization, and service reliability.

Customer, Stakeholder & Partnership Management: Collaborated with executive leaders, public agencies, vendors, contractors, and regulatory organizations to achieve strategic objectives, strengthen partnerships, maintain contractual compliance, and enhance customer outcomes. EXPERIENCE

Summit School Services – Area Director of Maintenance (West) Mar 2026 – Sept 2026 Southern California (Remote)

Lead nationwide maintenance operations across 80+ locations supporting more than 6,000 assets, ensuring operational readiness, regulatory compliance, and service reliability.

Direct enterprise maintenance strategy focused on asset performance, workforce effectiveness, cost control, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.

Drive organizational performance through KPI management, leadership development, and operational standardization across geographically dispersed teams. Hemet Unified School District - Executive Director of Transportation Jul 2024 – Feb 2026 Southern California

Provided executive leadership for a complex service organization supporting more than 35,000 students through district-operated and contracted transportation networks.

Directed strategic planning, budget management, workforce deployment, and operational performance across multiple service centers.

Implemented scalable operating models that improved service delivery, resource utilization, and organizational effectiveness.

Built collaborative partnerships with executive leadership, community stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory agencies to achieve organizational objectives.

Humble Independent School District - Director of Transportation Aug 2017 - Jul 2024 Texas

Led a large-scale operation consisting of 350+ employees and more than 575 fleet assets, overseeing safety, performance, financial stewardship, and service delivery.

Secured $2.7 million in grant funding to modernize organizational assets and advance long-term sustainability initiatives.

Spearheaded the planning and development of a $16 million satellite operations center that generated approximately $2 million in annual savings.

Improved organizational performance through strategic resource planning, operational optimization, and leadership development initiatives.

Dallas County Schools - Executive Director of Transportation Nov 2016 - Aug 2017 Texas

Directed a multi-site operation spanning 10 service centers, 1,900+ assets, and more than 2,500 employees while managing an operating budget exceeding $80 million.

Led service delivery across 12 school districts, ensuring operational excellence, financial accountability, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction.

Implemented organizational restructuring initiatives that improved efficiency and reduced operating costs, including leadership consolidation yielding $750,000 in annual savings.

Developed management teams and established performance-driven operating standards focused on accountability and continuous improvement.

Dallas County Schools - Area Director of Transportation Sep 2014 - Nov 2016 Texas

Led daily operations for a large regional service area, managing workforce performance, operational execution, safety compliance, and customer service delivery.

Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies that enhanced operational effectiveness and service reliability.

Strengthened leadership accountability and employee engagement through coaching, development, and performance management practices.

Dallas Independent School District - Director of Transportation and Fleet Services Mar 2013 - Sep 2014 Texas

Directed a large-scale transportation and fleet operation supporting more than 35,000 customers and 600+ assets while managing an operating budget exceeding $50 million.

Oversaw operational performance, fleet management, workforce leadership, and service delivery across multiple functional areas.

Improved organizational alignment and operational effectiveness through enhanced communication, leadership development, and process standardization initiatives. EDUCATION

MBA, Western Governors University

MS, Management & Leadership, Western Governors University

BS, Biology, University of Texas at San Antonio

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

TAPT Certified Texas Pupil Transportation Official (CTPTO)

Certified School Risk Manager (CSRM) – National Alliance

Six Sigma Black Belt, Level 1 – Aveta Business Institute

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