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• Responsible for statewide coordination and implementation of cost effective transportation practices. • Created and implemented a networked transportation model resulting in significant cost savings to participating districts. • Provided technical assistance to State Special Education Transportation Task Force. • Provided staff services needed for the Massachusetts Organization of Educational Collaboratives (MOEC) and the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), to develop and monitor subcontracts to the networks to ensure compliance with the terms and conditions of the grants.• Provided training and technical assistance to the networks by developing and disseminating information on driver training, safety policies and procedures, cost sharing, billing models, and examples of best practices.• Facilitated inter-network information exchange and cooperation.• Worked with the private schools to develop mechanisms to monitor services and assist with driver and monitor training.• Prepared reports of activities, cost savings and progress for the State Transportation Task Force, DESE, and the Legislature.• Identified and assisted the State Transportation Task Force in efforts to address regulatory and legislative issues and other concerns that impact the quality and cost of special education student transportation.• Maintained communication with State agencies and professional organizations relating to pupil transportation by attending meetings as well as developing and facilitating interagency cooperation.• Served in an advisory role to networks with regard to state mandates and registry requirements for providing pupil transportation related services.• Conducted district reviews of transportation services and provided recommendations for cost efficiencies.• Presented at the Massachusetts Association of Special Education Administrators annual conference.

• Served as the chief administrator and educational leader. (1999-2008)• Budget development, grant preparation and financial matters. Managed all accounting practices, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and state and federal grants. Monitored financial performance and prepared end of year reports.• Served as Chief Procurement Officer. Designed specifications, instructions, and criteria for full bidding and proposals by vendors to give cost efficient and cost effective contracts for; special transportation services, art and general supplies, athletic supplies, custodial supplies, food services, fuel oil, natural gas, computer maintenance and other services/equipment in accordance with bidding laws.• Assessed transportation services with respect to cost efficiency, safety, reliability and made recommendations for improvement. Oversaw transportation services and maintained high-level quality service. • Developed driver training curriculum and provided training seminars to all drivers employed through the contract.• Coordinated professional learning communities. Maintained contact with Business Managers, Food Service Managers, Athletic Directors, Maintenance Personnel, School-to-Career Personnel, and Curriculum Specialists to provide support and serve as a resource for information. Arrange, run, and document all meetings, follow through on recommendations. • Supervised and evaluated office support personnel. Oversaw daily office procedures. • Interviewed and recommended candidates for employment.