Transportation Clerk Grade Level PreK-12 School Year 2026-2027 Time Full-Time Duration 12 Month Type Exempt Other Non-Union Reports To Office Manager Salary Discuss On Employment Organizational Description Community School of Excellence (CSE) is a Pre-Kindergarten to 12th grade Hmong Language and Culture Charter school that is a family. Our schools offer an environment where students feel safe, welcomed, and cared for while learning and preparing for their future. We believe in academic success for all students. We are a PBIS school that focuses on positivity. We continuously learn about and celebrate each other?s cultures, languages, and achievements while providing a world-class education through a safe and innovative environment that fosters inquiring, critical thinking, knowledgeable, and compassionate students who embrace the Hmong culture and celebrate intercultural understanding and respect. Culture of Learning CSE believes that every scholar has the right to learn, be engaged, and grow in a healthy school environment. We embrace every scholar?s strengths and explore ways to strengthen our relationships with our scholars and their families. CSE is committed to building collaborative leadership and effective capacity between and among staff, parents, and scholars. All CSE employees must share, understand, and implement a culture of learning at all levels of the organization. Our consistent focus on a culture of learning is paramount to the growth and success of our students. CSE seeks individuals who will optimistically and confidently abide by this culture of learning. The core values that drive this new culture of learning are: Aiming for High Academic Achievement Embracing Cultural Pride and Identity Modeling the Excellent Way of respect, responsibility, and reflection. Implementing Data Driven Decisions Having High Expectations Creating a safe Social-Emotional Learning Environment Job Summary The Transportation Clerk plans and manages student transportation and keeps the transportation office running day to day. This role works with various bus companies to build safe, efficient routes for all families. It also handles the office side of transportation; answering calls, keeping students records accurate, processing bus passes and filing reports. The transportation clerk reports directly to the Office Manager. Essential Job Responsibilities Works directly with the transportation company to ensure efficient and cost effective transportation for all students. Coordinate all transportation needs for the school including field trips, summer school and after school programs. Plan and schedule all bus routes and coordinate route assignments with the transportation company. Analyze student enrollment to anticipate route changes and needed adjustments. Make sure all routes meet CSE bus and van stop criteria. Check and evaluate each route periodically throughout the school year. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Daily Operations Ensuring all daily bus arrivals and departures clears for end of day. Assist with AM/PM Bus arrivals and departures Make sure students board the correct buses and vans at dismissal. Develop, carry out, and monitor the bus and van behavior policy in partnership with the transportation company. Answer phone calls, emails, and walk-in questions from parents about bus stops, schedules, and changes. Handle and resolve questions and complaints about transportation. Notify families and staff of route changes, delays, and schedule updates. Records, Data Entry and Reporting Enter and update student and family information, including addresses and bus stops, in Infinite Campus on an ongoing basis. Process and track temporary transportation requests so bus passes are accurate. Print and sort bus passes daily for distribution to classrooms. Keep organized transportation records, including route lists, rider lists, and correspondence with the bus company. Document and file accident, incident, and behavior reports and follow up as needed. Complete and submit the Annual Transportation Report and other state-required reports on time. Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Position Specifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Bilingual in English and Hmong, Karen or Karenni preferred Experience and aptitude working with young children High level of patience and ability to calmly and clearly redirect and talk to parents/guardian and students. Strong customer service skills and a friendly, professional manner with parents and staff. Accurate data entry and the ability to sit for long periods entering student and staff data into Infinite Campus and state reports. Strong organization, planning, and recordkeeping skills. Ability to multitask and handle a high volume of interruptions. Comfort with email and other electronic communication, with prompt responses. Qualifications Bachelor?s Degree from an accredited college or university Valid driver?s license with no serious violations Ability to de-escalate conflict, problem solve and ensure orderly student behavior Knowledge of Hmong culture and issues facing Southeast Asian communities. Bilingual in Hmong preferred The above responsibilities are not a complete compilation of this position?s responsibilities but provide a broad basis of what is expected from the person in this position. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Interested applicants should apply by sending the following credentials and completed application to hr@csemn.org or to the school address at: Community School of Excellence School District #4181, 270 Larpenteur Ave West, St. Paul, MN 55113 Please complete the following: CSE Employment Application with a Letter of Interest and Current Resume. www.csemn.org/employment