Student Transportation Planner

YORK CATHOLIC DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD

Invites Applications For The Position Of

Student Transportation Planner

One (1) Permanent Full-Time Position (35 hpw)

Exempt Level 4 $65, 295 - $83, 680 (per annum)

Position Summary

Student Transportation Services of York Region (STSYR) is the transportation consortium for the York Catholic District School Board (YCDSB), and the York Region District School Board (YRDSB). STSYR provides safe, effective and efficient transportation service to more than 56,000 students and over 300 schools covering more than 90,000 kilometers daily.

Under the direction of the Area Operations Supervisor, Student Transportation, the Student Transportation Planner provides professional and courteous customer service for a variety of internal and external customers. In addition, the Student Transportation Planner will be responsible for the planning and administration of safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation routes for students within a designated area portfolio.

Major Responsibilities

• Respond to telephone and/or email service requests and inquiries from parents, school administration, school bus contractors, and other stakeholders.
• Plan and administer routes in accordance with the boards’ transportation policies as well as analyze bus routes and propose routing changes to improve efficiency and service levels.
• Design new transportation routes as required, assess current conditions pertaining to existing routes, conduct site visits/area checks as needed, and recommend changes as required.
• Maintain and update student, bus, and route data as required to ensure information is current and accurate.
• Assist in gathering information, analyzing costs, and preparing reports as required.
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Diploma or degree in a related fields such as urban planning, geography, transportation, logistics, or business administration.
• 2-3 years of related experience in transportation, planning, or logistics.
• Direct experience in the pupil transportation industry would be considered an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle to travel within York Region.
  
  

Skills And Competencies

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Working knowledge of GIS and/ or school bus routing software.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
  
  

Interested applicants may apply until the close of business on May 25th, 2026.

We appreciate your interest in the York Catholic District School Board, however, only applicants selected to continue to the interview process will be contacted by Human Resources.

Thank you for your application.

Commitment to Equity

YCDSB is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering equity and promoting an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the communities we serve. We are dedicated to building an environment that supports and values the inherent worth of every person in the workforce.

This includes, but is not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, Black individuals, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, women, historically underrepresented groups, and people with visible and non-visible disabilities, all of whom bring a wide range of perspectives, lived experiences, and ideas that enhance our learning and working environment.

Accessibility

The Board is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), if you require code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] prior to the posting closing date so that the appropriate arrangements can be made.

Diversity and Inclusion

Aligned with the YCDSB’s commitment to fostering an inclusive workforce, we encourage applications from candidates whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the communities we serve, including but not limited to those who identify as members of equity-seeking groups protected under the Ontario Human Rights Code. Sharing this information is voluntary, and any details provided will be kept confidential.

Vulnerable Sector Check/Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check

As a condition of employment with the York Catholic District School Board, successful candidates will be required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Check or a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check, depending on the position applied for. The screening must be issued within the past six (6) months and submitted prior to the commencement of employment with the Board.

Mission Statement

With Jesus Christ as our model, we provide all students with a Catholic education rooted in equity, well-being and learning.

Vision Statement

A recognized leader in Catholic education committed to inclusion, excellence and innovation that develops socially responsible global citizens.

Catholic Education Centre

320 Bloomington Road West, Aurora, Ontario L4G 0M1 - (905) 713-1211

Jennifer Sarna

Interim Director of Education and Secretary of the Board