Ali Stolzman
Boise,Idaho
Summary
- Self-motivated and creative professional with extensive background in leadership positions, mentoring, and development. Ability to problem-solve and implement effective solutions to diverse issues. Demonstrated strong leadership abilities that enhance productivity and encourage positive performance. Confident communicator with the ability to build positive relationships while teaching new skills and guiding the development of existing talent.
- Organized and dependable with success at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
STATE DIRECTOR OF STUDENT TRANSPORTATION
STATE OF IDAHO
Boise, ID
01.2023 - Current
- Oversee all aspects of state student transportation programs, comprised of 145 schools, analyzing key metrics and procedures for ensuring effectiveness and efficiency.
- Manage a $150 million budget to assist in forecasting.
- Guide a team of specialist and financial staff specializing in state statute, establishing goals and policies for safety compliance.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders in long-term planning, to develop comprehensive solutions addressing complex challenges facing the state.
- Establish and maintain federal and state government relationships for determining efficiencies and compliance with state regulations.
- As a subject matter expert regarding program policies and state legislature, I contribute to state statute and guidance at Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee hearings.
- Perform in-depth analysis of traffic flow, walkways, and bike paths to develop multi-modal safety reports for use by legislators, state official, local level superintendents, and school boards.
- Established a Student Transportation Electric Vehicle program, working closely with Idaho's elected Superintendent of Public Instruction, Idaho's Attorney General, state legislators, and outside legal counsel.
- Implemented a statewide program review of local level student transportation contracts for determining irregularities, determining corrective action plans to address findings and deliver compliance.
- Managed statewide transportation program inspections and corrective action plans for programs found to be un-compliant.
- Proposed a new Idaho Student Transportation funding formula to Idaho State Senators to address current formula concerns and create a more effective and efficient system.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively, ensuring optimal allocation and utilization for maximum impact.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality or service delivery through rigorous analysis of departmental expenditures.
- Launched new programs and initiatives in response to identified gaps in services or emerging issues within the State of Idaho.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback from staff and stakeholders, driving ongoing program development.
- Promoted transparency in decision-making processes by engaging stakeholders at all levels of government for their input on key issues affecting their communities.
STUDENT TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST
STATE OF IDAHO
Region 4
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Administered student transportation support to Idaho schools, ensuring programs and equipment are in compliance with state standards.
STUDENT TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR
GOODING SCHOOL DISTRICT
Gooding, ID
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Responsible for directing the daily operations of the transportation department, including district motor pool, to assure safe and efficient pupil transportation, vehicle maintenance, vehicle acquisition, routing, scheduling, and fiscal responsibilities in support of the school district’s instructional and activity programs for students.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS (a.a.) -
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
12.2013
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
CAMAS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
05.2003
Skills
- Legislative Advocacy
- Program Management
- Budget Oversight
- Partnership Building
- Media Relations
- Relationship and Team Building
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Client Relationship Building
- Planning and coordination
- Management Team Leadership
- Organizational Development
- Leadership and People Development
Timeline
STATE DIRECTOR OF STUDENT TRANSPORTATION
STATE OF IDAHO
01.2023 - Current
STUDENT TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST
STATE OF IDAHO
09.2021 - 01.2023
STUDENT TRANSPORTATION SUPERVISOR
GOODING SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2020 - 09.2021
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS (a.a.) -
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
CAMAS COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL