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First Student

Location Manager

First Student, Kansas City, Missouri, United States, 64101

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Overview At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers daily. Our brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. We are at the forefront of safety and innovation, creating and implementing advanced training and technology.

We are currently hiring for multiple locations in the greater Kansas City metropolitan area.

Benefits

Starting Salary: $85k–100k, depending on experience

Monday‑through‑Friday schedule

Tremendous career advancement opportunities across North America

Positive and rewarding work environment

Location Manager Responsibilities

Manages operational expenses and explains budget variances

Manages injury and collision claims

Ensures safety practices and applicable regulations are obeyed by all employees

Ensures facilities and buses are maintained to First Student safety and environmental standards

Sets accurate schedules for routes

Minimizes route drive times and mileage while adhering to contractual and regulatory mandates

Provides accurate and timely operational and financial reporting as requested by AGM and/or finance

Ensures purchases follow company processes and policies

Drives employee engagement and recognition

Location Manager Experience and Skills Required

4‑year degree or equivalent

Minimum 3 years of management experience

Prior P&L or budget management experience

Strong oral and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal and presentation skills

Business background in financial, strategic, and/or organizational analysis

About First Student First Student’s commitment to putting our customers first, dedication to safety, and ambition to deliver dependable transportation creates a working environment you’ll love. As a large company, we offer security, a bright future, and excellent training.

Equal‑Opportunity Employment Statement We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce; therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. First is committed to providing a drug‑free workplace. For candidates applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles, First will consider applicants with criminal histories consistent with the Fair Chance Ordinances. In Washington state, all technician and driving positions are subject to drug and alcohol testing. First also considers criminal history in accordance with applicable fair‑chance laws.

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