Student Transportation Planner - One (1) Temporary Full-Time Position

YORK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

Invites applications for the position of :

Student Transportation Planner

One (1) Temporary Full-Time Position

Effective to September 2025

Exempt Level 4 ($32.11 to $41.15 per hour)

Position Summary :

Student Transportation Services of York Region (STSYR) is the transportation consortium for

the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB), and the York Region District School Board

YRDSB). STSYR provides safe, effective and efficient transportation service to more than

56,000 students and over 300 schools covering more than 90,000 kilometers daily.

Under the direction of the Area Operations Supervisor, Student Transportation, the Student

Transportation Planner provides professional and courteous customer service for a variety of

internal and external customers. In addition, the Student Transportation Planner will be

responsible for the planning and administration of safe, efficient, and cost-effective

transportation routes for students within a designated area portfolio.

Major Responsibilities :

Respond to telephone and / or email service requests and inquiries from parents, school

administration, school bus contractors, and other stakeholders.

Plan and administer routes in accordance with the boards’ transportation policies as well

as analyze bus routes and propose routing changes to improve efficiency and service

levels.

Design new transportation routes as required, assess current conditions pertaining to

existing routes, conduct site visits / area checks as needed, and recommend changes as

required.

Maintain and update student, bus, and route data as required to ensure information is

current and accurate.

Assist in gathering information, analyzing costs, and preparing reports as required.

Qualifications and Experience :

Diploma or certificate in a planning or transportation related field.

2-3 years’ experience in the transportation sector. Experience in the school bus transportation field is an asset.

Ability to travel by car within York Region.

Interested applicants may apply until 5 : 00 p.m. on December 5, 2024.

Thank you for taking the time to apply for this position. We appreciate your interest in the York Catholic District School Board, however, only applicants selected to continue to the interview process will be contacted by Human Resources.

Commitment to Equity

YCDSB is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment of diversity and employment equity and is dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse communities that we serve.

We are proud to have built a culture that thrives on idea-sharing and collaboration, always finding ways to continue to create a warm, welcoming and inclusive work environment. We are committed to being an equitable employer, providing an inclusive environment for a diverse workforce, including but not limited to, women, persons with visible and invisible disabilities, Indigenous persons, and ethnic visible minorities.

Accessibility

The Board is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace.. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request.

Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC)

As a condition of employment with the York Catholic District School Board, successful candidates will be required to submit an Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC) through Sterling Backcheck prior to commencing employment with the Board (valid if issued within the last 12 months).

Mission Statement

With Jesus Christ as our model, we provide all students with a Catholic education rooted in equity, well-being and learning.

Vision Statement

A recognized leader in Catholic education committed to inclusion, excellence and innovation that develops socially responsible global citizens.

Catholic Education Centre

320 Bloomington Road West, Aurora, Ontario L4G 0M1 - (905) 713-1211

John De Faveri

Interim Director of Education