SUPERVISOR OF TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Career Family: SUPERVISOR
Supervisor of Transportation Services sits in the competitive class of New Jersey's state civil service, so reaching it runs through testing and an eligible list instead of a straight hire.
It lists a bachelor's degree as the baseline, with an experience-based path open to those who do not hold the degree. Pay on the FY 2027 schedule runs $76,287 to $111,856, and state payroll currently lists 3 people in the title, led by Children and Families.
How to apply
This title is filled by competitive examination.
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Supervisor of Transportation Services appears on the State payroll at 3 departments, most of them at Department of Children and Families.
State departments
| Employer | Employees |
|---|---|
| Department of Children and Families | 1 |
| Department of Human Services | 1 |
| Department of Corrections | 1 |
State payroll and independent authority payroll are separate systems and are never merged. See data sources.
Who employs this title
State payroll records show 3 people working under this title. The median actual salary is $90,890. The agencies employing the most are:
- Children and Families (1)
- Human Services (1)
- Corrections (1)
Counts from NJ YourMoney agency payroll. See statewide workforce analytics.
Official job specification
The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.
Definition
Under the direction of a supervisory official, coordinates and supervises transportation services of the field and central offices; establishes liaison with other agencies regarding vehicle and transportation matters; does other related duties.
Examples of work
Manages and supervises the transportation services of the field and central offices. Evaluates vehicle assignments and usage and provides recommendations for changes. Collects and analyzes current and historical data related to motor transport services from the Department. Establishes liaison and cooperative working relationships with other agencies involved in providing transportation services. Coordinates the defensive driving program. Reviews and comments on requests for transport and transportation funding. Investigates complaints of vehicle usage, vehicle accidents and other claims and prepares reports. Coordinates transportation services for the mass movement of inmates within State correctional facilities; develops transportation programs to move State assigned inmates to county facilities for temporary housing. Plans, organizes, and assigns work of the organizational unit and evaluates employee performance and conduct, enabling the effective recommendation of the hiring, firing, promoting, and disciplining of employees. Develops programs for transportation of staff and inmates in the event of emergency civil defense; serves as transportation liaison between the Department and Division of State Police for transportation services. Evaluates the effectiveness of departmental transportation services; recommends changes when required. Assists in the development and installation of transportation information systems, and the maintenance of current inventory or transport related equipment. Maintains vehicle maintenance, assignment, deployment and other data. Reviews vehicle maintenance, purchase, replacement, repair and security practices. Prepares reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations. Establishes and maintains essential records and files. May be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units.
License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of the methods used to investigate complaints and accidents. Knowledge of the methods used to coordinate the storage, maintenance, service and repair of a motor vehicle fleet. Knowledge of the methods used to coordinate transportation services. Ability to investigate complaints regarding vehicle usage, accidents and other claims. Ability to coordinate the servicing, maintenance and repair of vehicles. Ability to interpret laws, rules and regulations and apply them to specific situations. Ability to inspect vehicle maintenance and storage facilities Ability to provide assignments and instructions and supervise work performance Ability to coordinate, supervise, and evaluate transportation services. Ability to collect and analyze data and prepare reports and correspondence. Ability to maintain records and files. Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made to their known limitations. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
Note
The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed. Applicants must meet one of the following or a combination of both experience and education. Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience. Seven (7) years of professional experience in a motor transport management program for a business, firm or governmental unit which shall have included the coordination of vehicle assignment, maintenance, repair and the regulation of vehicle usage, one (1) year of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. OR Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; and three (3) years of the above-mentioned professional experience, one (1) year of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. "Professional experience" refers to work that is creative, analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range and depth of specialized knowledge of the profession's principles, concepts, theories, and practices; and is performed with the authority to act according to one's own judgment and make accurate and informed decisions.