Field Supv,Bus Services

Field Supv,Bus Services

Requisition ID req36826 Working Title Field Supv,Bus Services Position Grade 10 Position Summary

The University of New Mexico’s Parking & Transportation Services (PATS) is excited to announce an opportunity for an experienced, professional, and customer service-focused individuals to join our Transportation Division as Field Supervisors, Bus Services.

At UNM PATS, we play a vital role in supporting the University’s mission of education, research, and service by safely transporting more than 1.8 million riders annually, including students, faculty, staff, and visitors across campus and surrounding areas.

If you are a motivated transportation professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values teamwork, and enjoys leading others while providing exceptional customer service, we encourage you to apply!

Position Overview

 The Field Supervisor, Bus Services position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the day-to-day operations of a complete shift of bus drivers operating multiple campus transit routes. This role is essential to maintaining safe, reliable, and professional transportation services for the UNM community.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of bus drivers during assigned shifts
• Monitor route operations and ensure efficient transportation services
• Provide leadership, guidance, training, and operational support to drivers and staff
• Coordinate transportation support for University special events and campus activities
• Assist with operational coverage by driving a shuttle bus when required
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, policies, and service expectations
• Respond to operational issues, schedule adjustments, and service needs in real time

Schedule & Operational Expectations

 These positions are primarily evening-shift assignments and require flexibility to support departmental operational needs, including overtime and occasional weekends.

Transportation Coverage Hours- Required Availability

 UNM Transportation operates:

• Monday–Friday: 4:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
• Additional evening and weekend coverage for special events

Regular Summer Schedule

• Monday–Friday: 11:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
• Includes required event and weekend coverage

Regular Fall & Spring Schedule

• Monday–Friday: 2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
• Includes required event and weekend coverage
• On non-event Fridays, hours are modified to:
  11:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Shift assignments are based on operational and business needs.

Why Join UNM PATS?

 At PATS, our employees are more than transportation professionals, they are ambassadors for the University. We are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and service-oriented environment while fostering teamwork, accountability, and professional growth.

Join a department where your leadership and dedication directly impact the UNM community every day.

Apply today and help keep UNM moving!

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a pre-employment criminal background check.
• Ability to obtain a Valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• As a CDL driver, the employee will be required to comply with all provisions of DOT Regulation 49 CFR Parts 40 and 382, including random drug and alcohol testing.
• Must obtain passenger endorsement to CDL within 90 days from date of hire.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to candidates who possess the following:

• Direct experience supervising, leading, and coaching bus drivers within a transportation environment
• At least five (5) years of experience operating large passenger buses (minimum 40-passenger capacity)
• At least five (5) years of experience leading and supervising 10 or more personnel within a transportation operation, or progressive leadership experience supervising teams of 10 or more employees