Responsibilities
The Senior Director of Transportation directs the company-wide InnovAge transportation programs that include transport of participants, meals, durable medical equipment (DME) and pharmaceuticals. The Senior Director of Transportation oversees vehicle repairs and maintenance for InnovAge/s fleet in addition to managing the transportation budget.
Administration
– 60%
- Assists in developing the annual transportation budget in collaboration with the COOs for each region and the Corporate COO.
- Maintains the transportation department budget within allowed and reasonable objectives in addition to established budgetary guidelines.
- Implements new policies, procedures and software programs in order to satisfy regulatory requirements.
- Collaborates with the Manager, Sourcing - Fleet and Supply Chain in regards to vehicle licensure and maintenance requirement, ensures that requirements are met for all who use the vehicles. Ensures that vehicles have up-to-date Department of Motor Vehicle registrations, forms, license plates and emission stickers.
- Collaborates with Center Directors and Executive Directors of each center to ensure best practices and compliance.
- Directs the transportation scheduling department across the organization in collaboration with the local Transportation Leadership and Center Directors in order to provide efficient use of TLC vehicles and equipment.
- Conducts accident investigations that affect the transportation department.
- Maintains various computer databases for the transportation department.
- Researches new vehicle options and assists the purchasing department in the acquisition of new vehicles as needed.
- Attends Intake and Assessment (IA) Team meetings, Executive Management meetings and other meetings deemed necessary by Executive staff on a routine basis or as needed. Assist with management of contracted transportation vendors including regulatory personnel requirements.
- Supports the evaluation of the enterprise transportation contracted provider in collaboration with procurement
- In conjunction with the quality department, review grievance for trends and develop action plans to address process improvement.
- Implement safety measures for onboarding new employees and periodic reviews.
- Is a resource for the enterprise transportation contracted maintenance provider
- Ensures the transportation resources (labor, vehicles and contracts) are right sized for the organization
- Oversees and directs the routing system in collaboration with regional transportation leadership
- Is a resource to IT and routing solution vendor to enhance the transportation experience through the use of technology
- Receive notification of employee injuries and accidents and follow up on driver injury reports including proper filing of work comp documents and drug screens with TR Managers
- Manages transportation component for de novo centers, including State Readiness Review, Transportation Policy in conjunction with Safety, and hiring and training of drivers and vehicle and driver licensure requirements
Supervision – 40%
- Effectively supervises and manages direct reports and provides, by example and leadership, motivation and direction to employees of the organization.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable state and federal employment laws.
- Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; recognizing and rewarding employees; corrective disciplinary procedures and practices (under direction of supervisor and in partnership with Human Resources), addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Ensures annual employee performance reviews are conducted in a timely and effective manner. Evaluates performance of employees for compliance with established policies and objectives of the organization and contributions in attaining objectives.
- Helps set the tone of the department to ensure morale, team work, and that the positive employment culture of the organization is maintained.
- Regularly schedules leadership/management, department, and staff 1:1 meetings to provide leadership, development, and a forum for communication to ensure coordination and collaboration in meeting organization and individual goals.
REQUIRED
- Bachelor’s degree in administration, management, transportation or a related field from an accredited college/university
- Requires state issued driver’s license and excellent driving record.
- Strong management skills.
- Minimum 10 years total related experience. Minimum five years in transportation management role with direct reports.
- Bi-lingual preferred
Benefits
InnovAge is dedicated to empowering seniors to live independently, allowing them to age in their own homes and communities safely. InnovAge offers an alternative to nursing homes through its Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which provides enrolled seniors with customized healthcare and social support at PACE Adult Day Health Centers. These centers are staffed by medical professionals who are committed to creating personalized care plans for each participant. At InnovAge, our team members are our greatest asset and have a significant impact on the lives of our participants every day. When you join InnovAge, you'll work alongside talented, respectful, and passionate colleagues within a patient-centered care model.
InnovAge is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action, and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified candidates for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected status. Salaries are determined by various factors such as qualifications, experience, and location, and do not include potential bonuses or benefits. Our extensive benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance and AD&D, supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) savings, paid time off, and company-paid holidays.
Applicants are considered until the position is filled.
Posted Pay Range
$136,400-$177,400
Additional Information
Compensation Disclaimer
The pay may vary depending on job related factors, such as work location, experience, knowledge, skills, education, certifications, training and internal equity. InnovAge offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plan with company match, short and long-term disability, life insurance, supplemental life insurance, ADD, flexible spending account, paid time off and company paid holidays.
Attention Florida Applicants
This position requires a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
For more information, please visit the Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Agency Disclaimer
InnovAge will not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms for this employment opportunity. Regardless of past practices, all candidates/resumes submitted by search firms to InnovAge by any means without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the property of InnovAge and no fee will be paid in the event such candidate is hired by InnovAge.
