Athletics Transportation Manager

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

 

Title (Function): Athletics Transportation Manager
Department:  Athletics
Reporting To:  Assistant Athletic Director of Operations
FLSA Status: Exempt

Compensation:  $58,000.00-64,000.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!

Open Date: 05/06/2025 Close Date: 05/25/2025   11:59 PM MST

SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE

 At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea.

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ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

 

Title (Function): Athletics Transportation Manager
Department:  Athletics
Reporting To:  Assistant Athletic Director of Operations
FLSA Status: Exempt

Compensation:  $58,000.00-64,000.00. Commensurate with education and experience. Excellent health and retirement benefits package: Click here for more information!

Open Date: 05/06/2025 Close Date: 05/25/2025   11:59 PM MST

SECTION I - OUR VALUES CULTIVATE OUR VISION AND CULTURE

 At CMU, we believe in acting from a foundation of goodwill. This belief gives us the courage to form meaningful relationships, embark on joint endeavors and take risks in the pursuit of new possibilities. It’s this courage that enables the Mavily to explore new ways of thinking and doing, knowing that there is no perfect solution, no perfect idea.

 From this place of humility and courage, we’ve built a culture of resilience. We invest in the future by continuously adapting to change, overcoming challenges, and seizing new opportunities. We recognize that change is constant, and our resilience allows us to embrace it with confidence. Endless curiosity drives us to approach the unexpected as if it were expected, seeing opportunities for discovery and renewal in every challenge. In this community rooted in love and dignity, curiosity thrives, leading to endless opportunities for growth and advancement.

 Inspired by the soul of the West—the spirit that our region embodies—we emerge as a force for positive change, harnessing our collective power to build a Human Scale University that reflects our values and brings to life our shared vision of the world we aspire to create.

_ Colorado Mesa University Core Values _
Love -  Extending oneself for nurturing the growth of self and others
Dignity -  Respecting the intrinsic value of each person and believing that others act from a foundation of goodwill
Courage -  Taking risks in the pursuit of new possibilities
Humility -  Suspending one’s ego and pride to recognize that no idea is perfect and being open to the input of others
Resiliency -  Investing in the future by adapting to changes, overcoming challenges and pursuing Opportunity
Curiosity -  Cultivating awe and exploring the unknown
Power - The strength to act collaboratively with individual agency to achieve our goals

SECTION II – THE SEAT

At CMU, we look at every position as a seat. Every seat is vital and the individual in the seat contributes significantly to our mission of providing an affordable and accessible education and forming meaningful and mutually enriching partnerships that support the well-being and vibrancy of our community. As a human centric organization, a priority is to ensure we have the “right seats” in our organization, and that the expectations, ownership and accountabilities are defined and communicated clearly for the success of the individuals holding the seats.

OVERVIEW AND ROLE SCOPE OF TEAM AND/OR TASKS

The Athletics Transportation Manager is responsible for the ground transportation division of the Colorado Mesa University Athletic Department bus and van fleet, including the supervision of all drivers, scheduling of transportation and drivers, and routine pre- and post-trip safety inspections. All athletics bus drivers are responsible for safely operating athletics’ buses and other vehicles as assigned. The transportation manager will schedule all buses and drivers, maintain the cleanliness of the interior and exterior of all vehicles, schedule routine maintenance and maintain corresponding records, maintain driver logs, coordinates travel itineraries with users and drivers, and supervise the staff of drivers.

SECTION III – OUR DESIRES FOR RIGHT FIT

For the success of our mission and our teams, we desire to have individuals who are a “Right Fit” in our seats. We define “Right Fit” as those who embrace our culture, demonstrate our values, understand the seat and what is required. We seek individuals who want this seat, desire to be a part of a bigger vision and have the capacity to be a successful member of our CMU team.

CAPACITY REQUIREMENTS
• Supervise a staff of one Full-time and 5-6 additional Part-Time Drivers
• Recommend to the Assistant Athletic Director and Athletic Director additional drivers for hire
• Conduct annual evaluations of all drivers
• Schedule all drivers’ trips and assign vehicles
• Coordinate with user groups to confirm the details of travel itineraries; share with scheduled driver.
• Responsible for required drivers’ paperwork including CDL Status, Valid Driver’s License and Traffic Infractions
• Responsible for maintaining drivers log books, maintenance requests, and other required documentation
• Responsible for tracking and logging the mileage and cost of operating each vehicle in the fleet
• Fiduciary responsibility with direct oversight of the bus budget and credit card records including identifying and recommending any cost savings measures.
• Perform regular safety and maintenance checks on fleet vehicles and report any maintenance or safety issues to supervisor or his/her designee
• Maintain the cleanliness of the interior and exterior of all vehicles
• Ensure that the fleet is safely and securely parked and/or stored
• Install tire chains when weather conditions and/or chain laws require them
• Order equipment and supplies as necessary for vehicles, including chains
• In cooperation with coaching staff, ensure that passengers are aware of conduct expectations
• Always representing CMU in a professional manner.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE FOR RIGHT FIT
• Valid Driver’s License
• Pass a MVR & Driving Record Background Check
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn industry specific software
• Bachelor’s Degree from Accredited university, preferred.
• Class B Commercial Driver’s License with passenger bus endorsement (CDL-P), preferred.
• Supervisory Experience, preferred.
• Vehicle Fleet Maintenance and/or scheduling experience, preferred.

The incumbent must demonstrate:
• Budget management
• Organize, coordinate and plan details of travel
• Assign and delegate duties to subordinates
• Ability to operate bus in a safe and responsible manner
• Client service and public interaction skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Decision making skills
• Effective verbal and listening communication skills
• Ability to read and write to record daily activity
• Stress management skills
• Time management skills
• Mathematical skills to perform basic math functions and to calculate as necessary for required log books and documentation
• Intense concentration ability
• Ability to put chains/socks on all buses/vans in inclement conditions

The incumbent must demonstrate the following personal attributes:
• Be honest and trustworthy
• Be respectful
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Be flexible
• Demonstrate sound work ethics
• Deal with the public in a positive, courteous, and respectful manner.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER - This position description is only a summary of the typical functions of this seat, and not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and areas of accountability. 

DIRECT INQUIRIES CONTACT:  Joan McDermott, jmcdermott@coloradomesa.edu

HOW TO APPLY:  Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor.  Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.
• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)

ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY

A comprehensive university in Grand Junction, Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus. As western Colorado’s largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its technical college, CMU Tech, and via online offerings. 

Colorado Mesa University serves as the primary intellectual and cultural center of western Colorado and promotes the exchange of ideas that are of regional, national, and international importance. Founded in 1925, it is a dynamic university enrolling 10,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate, and graduate levels.

At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they will encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that supports students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.

The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you will not have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs, and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, rafting, and a mountain resort that’s less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado’s best kept secrets.

_Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and the type of accommodation needed._

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