Phone (419) 784-5136 | Address: 1933 E 2nd Street Defiance, Ohio 43512

Website Northwestern Ohio Community Actio Commission

Our mission is to plan, develop and coordinate services designed to combat conditions related to poverty.

Transportation & Safety Specialist – Head Start

Do you have a passion for training others and making a difference in your community?

Our Head Start program is seeking a motivated and energetic Transportation & Safety Specialist to lead the way in staff development and safety operations. In this vital role, you’ll serve as a mentor and trainer for employees working toward their Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and act as a key player in maintaining the safety of our transportation program and facilities.

This is more than a driving job—it’s a leadership opportunity to help others grow, ensure children’s safety, and support the mission of Head Start through high-quality training and oversight.


What You’ll Do:

As a certified On-Bus Instructor (OBI), you will:

  • Serve as a role model and trainer, guiding staff through the process of obtaining and maintaining their CDL (Class C with Passenger/School Bus Endorsement).

  • Provide hands-on driving instruction and in-service training, ensuring staff feel confident and capable behind the wheel.

  • Oversee the safety, cleanliness, and maintenance of NOCAC buses and agency vehicles.

  • Conduct vehicle inspections, manage service records, and coordinate necessary repairs and estimates.

  • Present the Bus and Pedestrian Safety curriculum to children and families in engaging, hands-on sessions.

  • Lead First Aid/CPR certification trainings for staff and parents, promoting a culture of preparedness.

  • Monitor bus routes, provide feedback to drivers, and substitute when needed.

  • Support managers in ensuring facility and site safety standards are upheld.


Why Join NOCAC?

Hourly Wage: $19.79 – $23.28
Schedule: Full-time, M–TH, daytime hours (Summers Off!)

We offer more than a paycheck—we offer purpose, community, and growth.

What’s in it for you?

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance

  • Retirement Plan with up to 6% Agency Match

  • Paid Time Off: Personal, Vacation, and All Federal Holidays

  • Three-day weekends and Summers Off

  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

  • The opportunity to directly impact the lives of young children and their families


What You Bring to the Table:

  • A friendly, positive attitude and strong sense of responsibility

  • A passion for training and helping others succeed

  • A commitment to maintaining high safety and cleanliness standards

  • A valid Ohio driver’s license, insurability under NOCAC policy, and the ability to pass a background check


Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED (required)

  • Must possess or be able to obtain:

    • An OBI certification

    • A CDL Class C with Passenger/School Bus Endorsement within 90 days of hire

    • American Red Cross Trainer Certification (First Aid/CPR)

  • At least two years of experience training adults—preferably in transportation and/or safety

  • Ability to stand for extended periods and work in various weather conditions

  • Must be at least 21 years of age

To apply for this job please visit nocac.org.