About this role
Assistant Director of Transportation
Employee Type: Full-Time
MUST HAVE A CDL License.
Job Type: Hospitality/Healthcare
Experience: High school diploma/GED
Job Summary
The Assistant Director of Transportation supports the Director of Transportation in overseeing all aspects of transportation operations, including staff supervision, contract management, equipment maintenance, and event logistics. This role ensures the safe, timely, and professional transport of patients, staff, and materials within healthcare settings while maintaining regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and high standards of service.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in managing daily transportation operations across all client locations.
- Provide direct oversight of all transportation-related contracts to ensure service delivery, compliance, and satisfaction.
- Supervise transport staff including drivers, dispatchers, and coordinators; assist in hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations.
- Coordinate and schedule regular maintenance and inspections for all transportation vehicles, including buses and specialized equipment.
- Support the planning and execution of special transportation needs, including large-scale events or hospital functions.
- Monitor and manage the inventory, functionality, and safety of all transportation equipment.
- Ensure safe and efficient patient and staff transport within and between healthcare facilities.
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA, infection control policies, and relevant regulatory requirements.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as timeliness, satisfaction scores, and incident reports.
- Collaborate with hospital departments and leadership to assess and meet transportation needs.
- Act as a backup to the Director of Transportation as needed.
Qualifications
Qualifications and Requirements
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Transportation, or related field preferred.
- At least 3 years of experience in a supervisory or management transportation role, preferably in a healthcare or logistics setting.
- Experience overseeing contracts, vendor relationships, and fleet maintenance.
- Ability to coordinate logistics for special events and large-scale transport operations.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Must pass background and drug screenings.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
- Valid drivers license with a clean driving record may be required.
Physical Requirements
- Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands, talk, hear, and see.
- May need to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events as needed.