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Join First Student as a Manager in Development, where you'll gain hands-on experience in student transportation management while working with a dedicated team focused on safety and innovation.

Responsibilities: Manage daily operations, collaborate with experienced managers, lead projects, and ensure safe and reliable transportation services.

Skills: Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving abilities; ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications: Previous operations or management experience preferred but not required; must be based in or willing to relocate to Rhode Island.

Location: Rhode Island (remote and must be based in the region or willing to relocate)

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $65,000 - $85,000.

First for a reason: At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer. Manager in Development (MID) – Rhode Island Region Location: Rhode Island (must be based in the region or willing to relocate) Pay: Competitive salary + full benefits Schedule: Full-time Drive Your Career Forward with Us! Ready to step into a leadership role and make an impact? We’re looking for motivated, hands-on problem solvers to join our Manager in Development (MID) program in Rhode Island. This is your launchpad to a rewarding management career in student transportation, with direct access to mentorship, real-world experience, and advancement opportunities. What You’ll Do: Dive into daily operations—learn how to run a location from the ground up Work side-by-side with experienced managers, supporting everything from staffing and scheduling to safety and compliance Lead projects, troubleshoot issues, and drive process improvements Build strong relationships with staff, drivers, and school partners Support the Location Manager and help deliver safe, reliable service every day What You Bring: Leadership skills and a drive to learn and grow Strong communication and problem-solving abilities Comfort working in a fast-paced, people-first environment Willingness to be based in Rhode Island, or relocate for the role (relocation support available) Previous operations or management experience is a plus, but not required Why Join Us? Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and holidays Life and disability insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Ongoing training & career growth Positive, team-focused work environment Apply Today! Ready to fast-track your career? If you’re based in Rhode Island or open to relocation, we want to hear from you. Click below to apply! Candidates must be based in Rhode Island or willing to relocate to the region for this role. Only those meeting this requirement will be considered. In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf. MISSION Provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they start and end their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential. FOCUS ON SAFETY Safety is at the heart of everything we do CARE FOR OUR STUDENTS Ensure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secure SURPASS CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS Go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communities FOSTER TEAMWORK Work together, act with integrity, respect each other, champion diversity and inclusion SET THE HIGHEST STANDARDS Continually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence