Transportation Manager

East Texas A&M University

Commerce, Texas

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Agriculture, Billing, Bus Driving, Calendar Management, Career Development, Communication Skills, Criminal Justice, Customer Support/Service, Distance Learning, Documentation, Driver's License, Federal Laws and Regulations, Fleet Management, Health Science, Hospital, Inventory Reports, Licensing, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Multitasking, Needs Assessment, Nursing, Operations, Operations Management, Operations Processes, People Management, Performance Analysis, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Retirement Plan, Safety Process, Set Goals, Simulation, State Laws and Regulations, Statistics, Team Player, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Tuition Fees, Vehicle Fleets, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Commerce, Texas
POSTED
5 days ago

Job Title

Transportation Manager

Agency

East Texas A&M University

Department

Purchasing

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Commerce, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description


INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

During the application process the “My Experience” page has a section provided “Attachments (Resume/CV, References, Cover letter, etc.)” to upload required documents. 

  • Use the Upload button to add each document.
  • You will be able to upload up to 5 documents. Be aware that the maximum size allowed for any one document is 5MB.
  • All documents must be electronically submitted through the Texas A&M Online Employment Services website to be considered.
  • Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration.
  • Please do not withdraw your application in an attempt to upload a missing document, instead please email HR for help.

Please provide the following documents:

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume/CV
  • Three professional references with complete contact information (Unsolicited letters of recommendation will not be considered).
  • Transcripts (Unofficial will be accepted with application. Official transcripts are required upon acceptance of verbal offer). 
    If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator.

If you need assistance, please contact us at

HR.Hiring@tamuc.edu

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

SUMMARY:

The Transportation Manager, under direction, manages the Transportation Services department, which includes bus/fleet management, maintenance, routing, and scheduling of special services.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provides and maintains a high level of customer service that is emphasized at all levels. Completes administrative requirements in a timely manner.
  • Manages daily operations, supervises assigned staff and prepares driver’s schedule, oversees performance and responsibilities to ensure success.
  • Assist clients in scheduling events. Communicates and meets with guests in advance of event or travel and assist in determining specific needs.
  • Manages all aspects of university fleet including but not limited to; special event travel, fleet reservations, shuttle program, documentation of fleet preventative maintenance and fleet accident information.
  • Ensures that vehicle data is accurate and that vehicle fleet is in compliance with relevant laws and regulations by overseeing administration of titles, registration, state reports, service accounts, billing, fleet inventory, mileage reports, and route statistics.
  • Monitors and verifies that drivers are following appropriate safety procedures for transporting occupants and ensures equipment and people adhere to DOT rules and regulations.
  • Performs Motor Vehicle Checks as needed and maintains a list of approved drivers for university vehicles.
  • Drives university transportation vehicles as needed while following all rules and regulations.
  • Assists in developing and implementing goals, objectives, operational policies and procedures for the Transportation unit.
  • Investigates complaints and resolves problems.
  • May represent department to internal staff, students or faculty and coordinate activities or handle correspondence, records, files or reports regarding support for any university travel needs.
  • This position must be available outside of the normal work hours to monitor and assist the shuttle program.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.  
  • Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Five (5) years related experience. Knowledge and understanding of federal and state laws regulating bus and van use. Strong verbal and written communication skills and effective communication with customers. Excellent computer and technical skills.
  • Ability to: Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
  • Licensing/Professional Certifications: Valid driver’s license.
  • Physical Requirements: able to lift 25 pounds or more
  • Other Requirements:

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE:

None

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:

Supervises bus drivers and all other employees in the transportation unit.

WHY WORK AT EAST TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY?

Competitive Benefits & Work-Life Balance:

Career Growth & Development:

  • Access to cutting-edge research opportunities at a designated R2 Research Institution.

Academic Excellence:

  • ETAMU is ranked among the top 30% in five online degree programs and offers national recognized academic programs.
  • Over 140 degree programs, including nationally ranked online and graduate options.
  • First accredited institution to offer a competency-based bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.
  • Distance education offerings in Corsicana, Dallas, Frisco, McKinney, Mesquite, Bryan, and online.

State-of-the-Art Facilities:

  • Work in advanced facilities such as the 113,470-square-foot Nursing and Health Sciences Building, featuring a state-of-the-art simulation hospital and a 1,300-acre agricultural research farm.

Vibrant Campus Life:

  • Engage with over 95 student organizations and 14 NCAA Division I athletic teams, contributing to a thriving campus community.

Prime Location & Growth:

  • Enjoy the benefits of working in rapidly growing regions, with abundant career opportunities at six locations across Dallas and Northeast Texas.

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All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

About the Company

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East Texas A&M University

Texas A&M University is dedicated to the discovery, development, communication, and application of knowledge in a wide range of academic and professional fields. Its mission of providing the highest quality undergraduate and graduate programs is inseparable from its mission of developing new understandings through research and creativity. It prepares students to assume roles in leadership, responsibility and service to society. Texas A&M assumes as its historic trust the maintenance of freedom of inquiry and an intellectual environment nurturing the human mind and spirit. It welcomes and seeks to serve persons of all racial, ethnic and geographic groups as it addresses the needs of an increasingly diverse population and a global economy. In the 21st century, Texas A&M University seeks to assume a place of preeminence among public universities while respecting its history and traditions.
COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Education
FOUNDED
1876
WEBSITE
http://www.tamu.edu/index.html