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Transportation Manager roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, or a related field. Employers in freight, e-commerce, and third-party logistics sponsor H-1B workers regularly. LCA certification under DOL wage levels determines your offer's compliance before USCIS ever sees the petition.
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Transportation/TRANSPORTATION MANAGER
Date Posted:
5/4/2026
Location:
TRANSPORTATION
Closing Date:
05/15/2026
TRANSPORTATION MANAGER
DEPARTMENT: Transportation
SALARY SCHEDULE: Administrative
LOCATION: DSF
WORK YEAR: 12 Months
The Phoenix Union High School District is proud to serve a diverse population of 24,000 students and 3,400 employees in Arizona's capital city. With a portfolio of comprehensive schools, small specialty schools, support schools, micro schools, magnet programs, and extensive Career & Technical Education (CTE) offerings, PXU's schools of opportunity welcome, love, and inspire all students to go places and do things that matter.
SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Transportation Director, the Transportation Manager organizes and coordinates the daily operations of the Transportation department to ensure safe and efficient pupil transportation, including routing, scheduling, vehicle maintenance, supervision and evaluation of transportation staff, managing budgets and completing reports for district, state and federal purposes.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provides management and supervision to the Transportation Department on day-to-day operations.
- Monitors daily operations to assure that work is performed efficiently and in accordance with appropriate regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Resolves or delegates daily operation problems and emergencies while coordinating with the Transportation Director on complex issues.
- Establishes and enforces standards of acceptable appearance, safety, maintenance and preventative maintenance for buses and District vehicles.
- Manages and coordinates student and District transportation for District-approved activities including but not limited to charter, rental and District owned vehicles.
- Provides bus driver training to all bus drivers, in-service, renewal and ongoing as required by ADOT, and supports the completion of required reporting to the District, State and Federal agencies as appropriate.
- Responds to and investigates complaints from community and stakeholders regarding transportation operations and resolves concerns in a timely and efficient manner.
- Supports the relationship between the Phoenix Union High School District and the public by demonstrating courteous and professional behavior when interacting with students, parents, visitors, and school staff.
- Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and school information.
- Follows Governing Board Policies; performs all other related duties as required or assigned.
The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:
Bachelor's Degree or college coursework in a logistics related field preferred AND three years of progressively responsible experience in transportation administration; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
License and Certification Requirements:
A valid Arizona State Driver's License and Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
A valid First Aid and CPR certificates.
Must possess a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint clearance card within 90 days of employment.
IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of systems, programs, logistics and applications common in the transportation industry.
- Skill and ability in building, managing and leading high achieving teams.
- Ability to create and sustain a thriving learning and working environment for students and staff.
- Skill in creating and implementing solutions to complex problems.
- Skill in planning, prioritizing, and completing major projects.
- Ability to build and operate within budgets.
- Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholder groups.
- Ability to make decisions and manage a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to execute organizational goals and objectives.
- Skill in writing professional reports and correspondence from brief instructions.
- Skill in understanding, explaining, and applying relevant rules, regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to transportation services and mass transit.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is generally performed in a standard office environment. Additional physical demands include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, and near/far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field of vision. May be required to lift 60lbs and work in environment with exposure to petroleum fumes and work occasionally outside. May be required to work flexible hours including early morning and late evenings.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Executive Director, Transportation Director
SUPERVISION GIVEN:
As Assigned
WHY WORK AT PXU
The Phoenix Union High School District is one of the State's largest employers. Our 3,400 education professionals are committed to providing an excellent learning environment for our students while enjoying an inspiring work environment for our staff.
- Highly Competitive Pay
- Participation in Arizona State Retirement
- Comprehensive Employee Benefits
- Education Loan Forgiveness
- Vacation and Personal Leave Plans
- Paid Winter and Spring Breaks
The Phoenix Union High School District is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We value and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Prepared by: Reviewed by: Approved By: Effective Date
LT MJ/AdA Talent 6/16/2020
Position Type:
Transportation/TRANSPORTATION MANAGER
Date Posted:
5/4/2026
Location:
TRANSPORTATION
Closing Date:
05/15/2026
TRANSPORTATION MANAGER
DEPARTMENT: Transportation
SALARY SCHEDULE: Administrative
LOCATION: DSF
WORK YEAR: 12 Months
The Phoenix Union High School District is proud to serve a diverse population of 24,000 students and 3,400 employees in Arizona's capital city. With a portfolio of comprehensive schools, small specialty schools, support schools, micro schools, magnet programs, and extensive Career & Technical Education (CTE) offerings, PXU's schools of opportunity welcome, love, and inspire all students to go places and do things that matter.
SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Transportation Director, the Transportation Manager organizes and coordinates the daily operations of the Transportation department to ensure safe and efficient pupil transportation, including routing, scheduling, vehicle maintenance, supervision and evaluation of transportation staff, managing budgets and completing reports for district, state and federal purposes.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provides management and supervision to the Transportation Department on day-to-day operations.
- Monitors daily operations to assure that work is performed efficiently and in accordance with appropriate regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Resolves or delegates daily operation problems and emergencies while coordinating with the Transportation Director on complex issues.
- Establishes and enforces standards of acceptable appearance, safety, maintenance and preventative maintenance for buses and District vehicles.
- Manages and coordinates student and District transportation for District-approved activities including but not limited to charter, rental and District owned vehicles.
- Provides bus driver training to all bus drivers, in-service, renewal and ongoing as required by ADOT, and supports the completion of required reporting to the District, State and Federal agencies as appropriate.
- Responds to and investigates complaints from community and stakeholders regarding transportation operations and resolves concerns in a timely and efficient manner.
- Supports the relationship between the Phoenix Union High School District and the public by demonstrating courteous and professional behavior when interacting with students, parents, visitors, and school staff.
- Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and school information.
- Follows Governing Board Policies; performs all other related duties as required or assigned.
The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:
Bachelor's Degree or college coursework in a logistics related field preferred AND three years of progressively responsible experience in transportation administration; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
License and Certification Requirements:
A valid Arizona State Driver's License and Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
A valid First Aid and CPR certificates.
Must possess a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint clearance card within 90 days of employment.
IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of systems, programs, logistics and applications common in the transportation industry.
- Skill and ability in building, managing and leading high achieving teams.
- Ability to create and sustain a thriving learning and working environment for students and staff.
- Skill in creating and implementing solutions to complex problems.
- Skill in planning, prioritizing, and completing major projects.
- Ability to build and operate within budgets.
- Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholder groups.
- Ability to make decisions and manage a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to execute organizational goals and objectives.
- Skill in writing professional reports and correspondence from brief instructions.
- Skill in understanding, explaining, and applying relevant rules, regulations, policies, and procedures as they relate to transportation services and mass transit.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is generally performed in a standard office environment. Additional physical demands include lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching/handling, talking/hearing conversations, and near/far visual acuity/depth perception/color vision/field of vision. May be required to lift 60lbs and work in environment with exposure to petroleum fumes and work occasionally outside. May be required to work flexible hours including early morning and late evenings.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Executive Director, Transportation Director
SUPERVISION GIVEN:
As Assigned
WHY WORK AT PXU
The Phoenix Union High School District is one of the State's largest employers. Our 3,400 education professionals are committed to providing an excellent learning environment for our students while enjoying an inspiring work environment for our staff.
- Highly Competitive Pay
- Participation in Arizona State Retirement
- Comprehensive Employee Benefits
- Education Loan Forgiveness
- Vacation and Personal Leave Plans
- Paid Winter and Spring Breaks
The Phoenix Union High School District is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We value and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Prepared by: Reviewed by: Approved By: Effective Date
LT MJ/AdA Talent 6/16/2020
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Transportation Manager
Verify your degree supports specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct connection between your bachelor's degree field and Transportation Manager duties. A degree in supply chain, logistics, industrial engineering, or business administration with a logistics concentration typically satisfies this. A general management degree alone can trigger an RFE.
Search LCA filings by occupation code
Transportation Manager maps to SOC code 11-3071. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers who have filed LCAs under that code, so you're targeting companies with a documented history of sponsoring this exact role rather than guessing at willingness.
Target E-Verify enrolled freight and 3PL employers
Carriers, third-party logistics firms, and e-commerce fulfillment operators who are E-Verify enrolled handle USCIS employment verification routinely. That infrastructure signals an employer already set up for H-1B compliance, reducing friction when you raise sponsorship during the offer stage.
Understand how DOL wage levels affect your offer
Your employer's LCA must certify your salary at or above the prevailing wage for Transportation Manager in your metro area. Run the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating so you know the Level I through Level IV range and can confirm your offer meets the threshold.
Request a cap-exempt filing if the employer qualifies
Transportation Manager roles at universities, affiliated nonprofits, or government research entities may qualify for cap-exempt H-1B sponsorship, bypassing the annual lottery entirely. If you're evaluating offers from logistics or supply chain roles within higher education systems, ask HR directly whether they file cap-exempt petitions.
Align your job duties with the O*NET profile
Before your employer drafts the H-1B support letter, compare your actual job description against the O*NET occupation profile for Transportation Managers. Gaps between listed duties and the O*NET standard are a common RFE trigger for this role, especially in smaller companies writing their first H-1B petition.
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Find Transportation Manager JobsTransportation Manager H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Transportation Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as logistics, supply chain management, or industrial engineering. USCIS evaluates the specific duties, not just the job title. Roles that accept any degree or substitute extensive experience for a degree without a theoretical body of knowledge requirement are more vulnerable to a specialty occupation RFE.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Transportation Manager positions?
Freight brokerage, e-commerce fulfillment, third-party logistics, port operations, and large retail distribution networks sponsor Transportation Manager H-1B petitions with the most consistency. These industries operate complex, multi-modal supply chains where a degreed manager is a regulatory or operational standard rather than a preference. You can browse verified LCA filings by employer on Migrate Mate to identify companies with a track record in this occupation code.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my job search timeline as a Transportation Manager?
If you need a new H-1B and aren't already in status, your employer must register you during USCIS's annual registration window, typically in March, for an October 1 start date. That gap can run six months or longer. Some Transportation Manager roles at cap-exempt employers, such as university logistics departments, avoid the lottery entirely and can file year-round with faster approval timelines.
What wage level should I expect on my LCA as a Transportation Manager?
DOL assigns LCA wage levels based on your experience, supervisory responsibilities, and the complexity of decisions your role requires. A Transportation Manager overseeing a regional fleet with independent budget authority typically falls at Level III or IV in most metropolitan areas. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for SOC code 11-3071 in your specific work location before accepting an offer.
Can I switch employers mid-H-1B if I get a better Transportation Manager offer?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 allows you to change employers once your I-140 has been approved for 180 days, or if you're transferring to a new employer who files an H-1B transfer petition before your current status expires. Your new employer must file a new LCA and I-129 covering the Transportation Manager role at the new location, including a fresh prevailing wage determination for that worksite.
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