North Carolina State University

Transportation Supervisor

Raleigh, North Carolina•Full-time
$51,108 - $53,664 annually
About the Job
To be considered for this opportunity, you MUST apply on our website by using the following link: https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/237091

Posting Number: PG195304SP

Work Schedule:
40 hours per week; work hours may vary based on business needs; work schedule may include nights, weekends and holidays. May be required to work some overtime.

Job Location: Raleigh, NC.

Department: NC State Dining

About the Department:
Campus Enterprises is NC State University’s division of retail and hospitality organizations — NC State Dining, NC State Stores, Lonnie Poole Golf Course, NC State Student Centers (Witherspoon and Talley), and the One Card Office. Each unit shares a common goal: deliver quality and efficient services with dedicated financial support for student activity and scholarships.

NC State Dining provides campus wide food services to students, staff, and faculty on the North Carolina State University campus. NC State Dining operates 10 cafes, 4 food courts and 6 dining halls, 4 markets, 1 restaurant, vending, a nutritional counseling service, and a catering department. The department employs approximately 1000 temporary and student employees and approximately 180 permanent EPS and SHRA employees.

Essential Job Duties:
Rave! Catering is seeking a Transportation Supervisor to lead transportation, delivery, beverage, and equipment operations that support NC State Dining and Rave! Catering events across campus.

This hands-on leadership role is responsible for ensuring the safe, timely, and efficient movement of food, supplies, equipment, and beverages while providing direct supervision to transportation and support staff. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy managing logistics and people, and be committed to delivering exceptional service to the campus community.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and supervise transportation, delivery, beverage, and support staff, including scheduling, training, performance management, and workforce planning.
  • Coordinate campus-wide delivery operations to ensure food, equipment, beverages, and supplies are delivered safely, accurately, and on schedule.
  • Oversee fleet vehicles, delivery equipment, and operational resources to maintain reliable service and operational continuity.
  • Manage inventory control, delivery logistics, staffing plans, and resource allocation to support dining operations, catering events, and other University needs.
  • Collaborate with dining and catering leadership, campus partners, and staff to ensure operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, exceptional customer service, and emergency response readiness.

Physical Requirements:
This position requires the ability to perform physically demanding work, including bending, twisting, pulling, pushing, and standing for extended periods. The employee must be able to lift up to 30 pounds overhead on a regular basis and up to 60 pounds on rare occasions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Other Responsibilities:
  • Models the Division’s mission and values, introduces the Division’s mission and values to the employees, and fosters a positive, cohesive workplace and congeniality among co-workers.
  • Understands the goals and culture of the organization, and understands how employees’ work activities, teamwork, and customer service impact clients. Works with supervisor and colleagues to understand these goals and the workplace culture.
  • Due to operational needs of the NC State Dining department, an employee may be assigned to work in any NC State Dining department including, but not limited to, catering and special events.
  • Performs other duties as assigned to ensure NC State Dining business needs are met.

Qualifications:
Minimum Experience/Education:
High school diploma or equivalency and two years of supervisory experience in the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience supervising employees, including recruitment, hiring, scheduling, training, performance management, and workforce development.
  • Experience coordinating transportation, delivery, logistics, food service, catering, hospitality, or other complex operational activities.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, delivery schedules, staffing resources, inventory, equipment, and changing operational demands.
  • Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
  • Proficiency with standard computer applications and operational software, with the ability to respond effectively to emergencies, staffing shortages, severe weather events, and other service disruptions.

Required License or Certification:
  • Must possess a valid NC driver’s license and be capable of safely operating various delivery vehicles.
  • Valid license must be maintained as a condition of employment.
  • State vehicle furnished to drive to events or other Campus Enterprises locations.
  • Valid NC Driver's License required: Yes
  • Commercial Driver's License Required: No

Notice to Applicants:
List ALL relevant work history on your application. The application must be filled out completely; do not use the phrase “see resume.”

Special Instructions:
If you submit a resume, please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits:
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision.
  • Flexible Spending Account.
  • Retirement Programs.
  • Disability Plans.
  • Life Insurance.
  • Accident Plan.
  • Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs.
  • 12 Holidays Each Year.
  • Tuition and Academic Assistance.
  • And so much more.

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer:
Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

EEO:
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.