"Transportation Manager"

Position Information

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.

Salary Range: $54,000 - $57,000 annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.

Job Type: Full Time

Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on January 9, 2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Required Application Materials:

• Resume is required
• Cover Letter is preferred

Job Details

Job Summary

The Transportation Manager is responsible for management of personnel, vehicles, and administrative matters in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Transportation. This role manages the day-to-day operations of UT San Antonio Transportation services by ensuring the efficiency of staffing, scheduling, and vehicle maintenance.

Core Responsibilities

1. Manages the recruitment, hiring, evaluation, and disciplinary processes of transportation employees. Identifies, prepares, and conducts training opportunities for new and existing personnel.
2. Oversees the vehicle maintenance program by: monitoring work orders and coordinating with approved vendors repair and maintenance of vehicles; verifying vehicle inspections are complete and submitted in compliance with departmental, University, State, and Federal regulations; and manages inventory of parts and supplies utilized for routine vehicle maintenance.
3. Serves as the Transportation liaison with campus partners in the scheduling, coordination, and billing of transportation services for special events.
4. Prepares, analyzes, and presents transportation operation reports, including but not limited to: passenger counts, vehicle mileage and usage, fuel consumption, and route evaluations.
5. Monitors employee execution of safe transportation practices and customer service in accordance with departmental, University, State, and Federal guidelines.
6. Works in collaboration with Associate Director of Parking and Transportation to develop, maintain, and manage transportation standard operating procedures.
7. Establishes and maintain effective working relationships with University personnel, subordinates, and the public.
8. Works in conjunction with the Associate Director of Parking and Transportation to manage operational financial responsibilities.
9. Perform duties of subordinates as necessary to meet operational needs of the University.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Two years (60 hours) of college or two years of related management experience in operations and transportation.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with Air and Passenger endorsements.
• Current DOT Physical Certification.
• Six years of experience in a lead, dispatch, or supervisory role in a large shuttle, transit, or transportation operation.
• This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of clerical procedures and systems such as recordkeeping and filing.
• Demonstrated independent decision-making and problem solving ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Working Conditions

• Office Environment.
• After hours and weekend work is required on an occasional basis.
• Occasional after hours and weekend work or overtime may be required

Physical Demands

• Exposure to seasonal weather while supervising operations in the field.
• Sedentary work; sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary, if walking and standing are required, only occasionally.
• Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasional.

This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.