Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving the education needs of approximately 17,750 students in 43 schools. Every day, the staff and students of EIPS are encouraged to pursue opportunities to grow and discover their passions in life. We pride ourselves on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering dynamic programming, current resources, and practical professional learning opportunities.

Elk Island Public Schools Central Services building is located in Sherwood Park, at 683 Wye Road. Providing services for the Division, Central Services is comprised of eight departments, in addition to the Board of Trustees. The departments include Education Executive, Communication Services, Facility Services, Student Transportation, Human Resources, Financial Services, Supports for Students and Information Technologies.

Reporting to the Executive Director, Division Supports, the Director of Student Transportation provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and management of all student transportation services for Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS).

The Director oversees a complex transportation system that serves EIPS students and those from several surrounding school divisions. The role is responsible for regulatory compliance, risk management, contract negotiations, budget administration, routing optimization, and stakeholder communication. The position leads transportation staff, manages contracted operators, and ensures all transportation operations align with Board policy, provincial legislation, and Alberta Education requirements

This position is open to internal and external candidates. Submit a cover letter and resume for consideration.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Transportation

Operations & Management

• Plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate

  all aspects of the transportation department including overseeing daily

  operations to ensure all buses operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance

  with legislation.

• Provide strategic direction and set

  departmental goals aligned with Division priorities.

• Manage contracted service providers to ensure

  high‑quality, safe, and efficient service including the selection and

  onboarding of contractors for new routes.

• Provide vision, mentorship and accountability

  for department staff, promoting a respectful, inclusive, and safety-focused

  workplace.

• Champion professional growth, succession

  planning, and workforce-capacity development within Student Transportation,

  ensuring effective systems are in place for staff performance evaluation and

  continuous improvement.

• Communicate cancellations and service changes

  to parents, schools, contractors, and stakeholders.

• Respond to parent, school, and public inquiries

  regarding transportation services if escalated.

• Ensure transportation safety requirements are

  met for EIPS, EICS, and New Horizons students.

• Assist in developing transportation policies,

  administrative procedures, and operational guidelines.

• Ensure compliance with all occupational health

  and safety legislation and division requirements.

• Report hazardous conditions to protect staff,

  students, and visitors.

• Oversee accident and incident management

  processes.

Decision Making

& Technical Oversight

• Manage routing software, GPS systems, and

  student‑tracking technologies.

• Oversee student transportation fee collection

  and management through software systems.

• Make decisions regarding route design, service

  levels, and operational adjustments.

• Provide recommendations for changes to EIPS

  policies and procedures.

• Lead contract management, performance reviews,

  and renewal processes.

Project &

Financial Management

• Prepare, oversee, and manage the transportation

  department’s annual budget.

• Monitor financial performance and ensure

  alignment with division priorities.

• Prepare and present budget reports to Senior

  Administration.

• Oversee contract negotiations and annual

  reviews with service providers.

• Complete Rural, Urban, and ECS Special Grant

  funding claims in accordance with regulations.

• Collaborate with Finance, Alberta

  Transportation, and Alberta Education on projects and funding requirements.

Community Engagement

& Stakeholder Relations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for

  parents, school staff, trustees, and the public.

• Communicate transportation practices, policies,

  and operational decisions clearly and professionally.

• Meet with parents, school staff, bus drivers,

  and trustees to review inclement‑weather procedures.

• Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with

  contractors, government authorities, and community partners.

• Lead strategic communication with stakeholders

  and the public during emergent issues, service disruptions and major

  operational changes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• Minimum Required: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education in business,

  transportation management or related field.

• Preferred: Experience or training in public‑sector

  administration or K–12 operations.

Experience:

• Minimum Required: 5-7 years of student

  transportation experience, including 5+ years in a formal leadership role.

• Preferred: Experience working with senior management and/or within a school

  division.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of transportation

  regulations, safety standards, and provincial legislation.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and

  public‑speaking skills.

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving

  abilities.

• Proficiency with routing software, GPS systems,

  Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and emerging technologies.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities under

  stringent timelines.

• Strong financial management skills, including

  budgeting and cost‑control experience.

• Ability to lead strategic initiatives,

  technology adoption, and continuous improvement programs.

• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and

  sensitive matters with integrity and professionalism.

• Innovative thinker with the ability to

  translate strategy into actionable plans.

• Foster a respectful, inclusive, and

  safety‑focused workplace culture.

• Collaborative, flexible, and proactive

  leadership style.

Qualifications, Certifications and Designations:

• Minimum Required: Alberta Class 2 Driver’s License and Alberta

  “S” Endorsement Certification.

• Preferred: School Bus Safety Program-2S MELT Driving Instructor/Evaluator.

For further information, contact Judy Anderson by email at

Only online applications will be accepted.

Elk Island Public Schools appreciates and considers all applications; however, we only contact candidates who are selected for interviews.

If you require assistance with the application system, please call Apply to Education at 1-877-900-5627 or email info@applytoeducation.com.