Back to Jobs

Field Inspector, Transportation, OPT - 25705

NYC Public Schools
Queens, NY
Position Summary: The Office of Pupil Transportation (OPT) is dedicated to providing New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) students with safe, clean, dependable, efficient, cost-effective and prompt transportation. OPT is responsible for supporting the educational process through the provision of services which are essential for the education of the children. The Field Inspector, Transportation will be responsible for routing school aged students to and from school within a specified geographic location and will address busing service issues and assist parents, students and administrators in the provision of yellow school bus service to students. Performs related work.

Reports to: Fleet Vehicle Safety Director, Office of Pupil Transportation

Direct Reports: Quality Assurance Specialists

Key Relationships: Constant interaction with school administration and parents to resolve transportation problems of operational contingency; and will also work closely with OPT directors to effectively communicate proper procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Directs the routing and scheduling of contracted vehicles and personnel to ensure that adequate transportation services are provided for general and special education students in public and non-public schools.
  • Supervises the determination of student eligibility for reduced fare passes on contracted vehicles or public transportation. Directs the designation of specific routes and modes of transportation to be utilized by individual students.
  • Supervises field surveys to evaluate transportation operations and inspections of the physical condition of transport vehicles. Prepares detailed and comprehensive reports for the Regional Director and other stakeholders, e.g., statistics concerning the number of pupils served and resources required.
  • Prepares comprehensive reports on surveys and studies and provides recommendations to improve the efficiency of contracted and common carrier operations.
  • Assesses operations in targeted geographic locations and makes recommendations to the Regional Director to improve transportation routing.

Qualification Requirements

Minimum

  • A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and six years of fulltime satisfactory experience in administrative or industrial management, planning of transportation or a related field, one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity; or
  • An associate degree from an accredited college, plus five years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above, at least one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, plus three years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above, at least one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.

License Requirement

A motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Plus

In addition to meeting the minimum requirements, individuals must have two additional years of the experience described in "1" above

Preferred

  • Able to work well with all levels of staff and management.
  • Experience in Microsoft applications and transportation software.

Salary : $79,263 - $87,200

(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not earn less than their current salary.)

Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.

NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.

  • New York City Residency is NOT Required *

We encourage all applicants from the New York City tri-state area to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

DOE Non- Discrimination Policy

The Department of Education of the City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or pregnancy. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non-Discrimination Policy.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at
Posted 2025-09-27

Recommended Jobs

Java Developer

Zealogics.com
New York, NY

We are seeking a hands-on server-side Java developer with track-record of building large scale distributed systems. We provide the great opportunities to solve problems like : * Low-latency distr…

View Details
Posted 2025-09-14

Busser

Sarabeth's CPS
New York, NY

Job Description Job Description “It all began in my kitchen” – Sarabeth Sarabeth’s began as a tiny bakery-kitchen in 1981 where Sarabeth Levine sold her preserves and baked goods. Quickly gainin…

View Details
Posted 2025-07-28

Part-Time Social Worker

YM&YWHA of Washington Heights & Inwood
New York, NY

The YM & YWHA of Washington Heights and Inwood is seeking a social worker for the Center for Aging in Place, who is passionate about working with older adults. This position requires strong clinical …

View Details
Posted 2025-08-19

Studio Sales Representative (NYC)

New York Pilates
New York, NY

WE WANT YOU! We are seeking a results-driven Studio Sales Representative to join our team. This role is crucial in driving revenue growth by engaging with potential students, promoting our products…

View Details
Posted 2025-09-02

Software Developer

Cubrc Inc
Buffalo, NY

Description Software developer with experience developing applications to ingest, manage, visualize, and disseminate geospatial and environmental (especially meteorological and oceanographic) inform…

View Details
Posted 2025-09-14

Assistant Club Manager

Retro Fitness
Elwood, NY

Benefits: ~401(k) ~401(k) matching ~Bonus based on performance ~Competitive salary ~Dental insurance ~Employee discounts ~Health insurance ~Opportunity for advancement ~Paid time off ~Traini…

View Details
Posted 2025-08-06

Adventure Awaits: Pediatric Nursing in Scenic Elmira!

NurseRecruiter
Elmira, NY

Registered Nurse - Pediatric - Travel - (Peds RN - Pedi RN) Embark on an unforgettable journey as a Pediatric Nurse in scenic Elmira, New York! Experience a warm, kid-friendly unit with a supportive …

View Details
Posted 2025-07-30

MDS Assessor

Bronx, NY

MDS Assessor Compensation: $110K pr/yr Job Type: Full-Time and In-person position, 7am-3pm Collaborating with a Long-Term Care/Rehabilitation Facility in the Bronx, NY that is seeking a MDS…

View Details
Posted 2025-09-26

GENERAL MANAGER - Monroe University - New Rochelle, NY

Compass Group
New Rochelle, NY

Location: Campus of Monroe College Salary: $100,000 - $105,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus Eligible    At over 300 college & universities around the country,  Chartwells Higher Educat…

View Details
Posted 2025-08-27

Student Marketeer - Lehman College

Red Bull
Bronx, NY

As a Red Bull Student Marketeer, you are part of the most dynamic and empowered brand and product ambassador program in the world. Reporting to the local Field Marketing Specialist (FMS), you will le…

View Details
Posted 2025-09-03