Titus Fair
Hutto,TX
Summary
Experienced transportation leader with over 20 years in operations, logistics, fleet management, and regulatory compliance within education and military sectors. Led diverse teams to optimize performance, enhance safety programs, and cultivate partnerships with leadership and community stakeholders. Committed to continuous improvement and fiscal responsibility, driving initiatives that prioritize student safety and operational excellence.
Overview
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Certification
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Operations Supervisor
Pflugerville Independent School District
Pflugerville, Texas
01.2023 - Current
- Provide operational leadership for one of Central Texas' largest student transportation departments while supervising approximately 70 transportation employees and ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable daily transportation services.
- Lead daily transportation operations supporting multiple campuses while supervising approximately 70 transportation employees.
- Assigned staff strategically to maximize coverage and efficiency across transportation routes.
- Monitored workforce utilization, attendance, scheduling, and daily operations to ensure seamless transportation services.
- Conducted driver observations to assess performance and ensure adherence to safety protocols, coaching, and performance evaluations to strengthen safety and operational consistency.
- Applied coaching and performance management practices that fostered accountability and supported professional growth.
- Partnered with principals, campus administrators, and district leadership to address transportation concerns, enhancing customer service.
- Conducted investigations of transportation incidents using onboard video systems. using onboard video systems while collaborating with School Resource Officers and campus administrators.
- Assisted in maintaining safety standards within the transportation environment. Maintain safety standards in the transportation environment focused on student well-being. a safe transportation environment focused on student success.
Transportation Trainer / Lead Driver
Pflugerville Independent School District
Pflugerville, Texas
07.2021 - 01.2023
- Conducted classroom and behind-the-wheel training for new transportation employees to ensure readiness.
- Coached drivers on safety protocols and conducted performance evaluations to enhance driving skills.
- Mentored new employees to build confidence and prepare them for operational responsibilities.
- Led safety meetings and communicated operational updates.
- Generated daily transportation reports using Zonar technology.
Bus Driver
Pflugerville Independent School District
Pflugerville, Texas
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Transported Pre-K through Grade 12 students safely, maintained an excellent safety record, and fostered positive relationships with students.
- Transported students safely to and from school and extracurricular activities.
- Facilitated safe boarding and disembarking to ensure student safety.
- Provided support to students during boarding and disembarking. with boarding and disembarking the bus.
Bus Driver
Round Rock Independent School District
09.2019 - 11.2020
- Transported students safely to and from school and events.
- Transported students safely while ensuring compliance with district safety standards and promoting positive student behavior.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced safety rules during transit.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections for safety and maintenance.
Transportation Management Officer / Freight Manager
United States Marine Corps
10.2000 - 07.2004
- Managed transportation operations for over 8,000 military personnel, ensuring timely and efficient logistics support.
- Coordinated movement of 300,000 tons of equipment and cargo, facilitating successful military operations across multiple installations.
- Directed freight distribution, warehouse operations, hazardous materials handling, and transportation planning.
- Managed transportation planning for personnel, equipment, and overseas deployments.
- Developed operational procedures that improved logistics efficiency and mission readiness.
- Supervised military and civilian personnel, upholding operational and safety standards to enhance mission readiness.
- Ensured compliance with federal transportation regulations and military logistics standards.
- Provided transportation and logistics leadership supporting military operations across multiple installations.
Education
Master of Arts - Executive Management & Communication
University of Dubuque
Dubuque12.2021
MBA - Business Administration And Management
University of Dubuque
Dubuque, IA05.2017
BBA - Business Management
University of Dubuque
Dubuque, IA08.2016
Skills
- Transportation Operations Leadership
- Student Transportation Safety
- Fleet management
- Strategic Planning
- Personnel Management
- Driver Recruitment & Retention
- Staff Development & Coaching
- Budget & Resource Management
- Routing & Scheduling
- Regulatory compliance
- Crisis Management Strategies
- Student Transportation Coordination
- Transportation Management Systems
- Operational Analysis
- Process Improvement
- Community relations
- Conflict Resolution
- Organizational Leadership
Certification
- Texas Association for Pupil Transportation (TAPT) Certification
- Texas Commercial Driver License – Class A
- Passenger (P), School Bus (S), Air Brake, Motorcycle & Tanker Endorsements
- Transportation Management Officer Certification
- HazMat Transportation Management
- Universal EPA Certification
- ESA Level I Certified Technician
- Government Forklift Certification
LEADERSHIP PHILOSOPHY
Lead with integrity. Serve people first. Build strong teams. Make data-informed decisions. Maintain the highest standards of student safety while creating a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer service.
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
- More than 20 years of transportation and logistics leadership. - Progressive advancement from Bus Driver to Trainer to Field Operations Supervisor. - Graduate education in Executive Management and Business Administration. - Extensive experience supervising transportation personnel and collaborating with school administrators. - Proven military logistics leader with large-scale transportation management experience. - Committed to developing employees, strengthening safety programs, and improving transportation operations.
Accomplishments
- High Academic Honors
- Dean's List
- Good Conduct Medal
- National Defense Service Medal for serving in Operation Enduring
Freedom
Timeline
Field Operations Supervisor
Pflugerville Independent School District
01.2023 - Current
Transportation Trainer / Lead Driver
Pflugerville Independent School District
07.2021 - 01.2023
Bus Driver
Pflugerville Independent School District
03.2021 - 07.2021
Bus Driver
Round Rock Independent School District
09.2019 - 11.2020
Transportation Management Officer / Freight Manager
United States Marine Corps
10.2000 - 07.2004
Master of Arts - Executive Management & Communication
University of Dubuque
MBA - Business Administration And Management
University of Dubuque
BBA - Business Management
University of Dubuque