Bus Drivers School Year

Position Type: Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 8/4/2023 Location: Transportation Starting pay for full-time drivers with no experience = $20.96 per hour plus benefits $500.00 paid training stipend after meeting service requirements REPORTS TO : Transportation Director EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Regular, part time FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt POSITION SUMMARY: Transport assigned students responsibly and efficiently. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Comply with Ohio Pupil Transportation Laws and Regulations as established by the Ohio Department of Education and the Ohio Department of Highway Safety. Drive an assigned bus over a prescribed route, according to a designated schedule and stopping at established stops. Make a daily safety check of the assigned bus. Report all needed bus repairs, shortages and/or replacements to the bus mechanic. Fuel the bus regularly. Clean the interior and exterior of the bus. Maintain acceptable student conduct on the bus, in keeping with school policies. Conduct bus evacuation drills as directed. Participate in training programs, meetings and conferences as directed, including the prescribed pre-service program. Complete required records and reports and respond promptly to communications. Become familiar with the Marysville Schools Transportation Handbook and follow all directives and recommendations therein. Use sound judgment, tact and diplomacy when interacting with students, parents, staff and community members. Maintain the confidentiality of information that is not public domain. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist the Transportation Director with planning bus routes. Observe all safety and health regulations of the school district. Maintain an appropriate personal appearance. Maintain a responsible attendance record. Comply with ODE Rules for recertification. Serve as a role model for students in the practice of ethical principles, responsible behavior and democratic values. Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Director. QUALIFICATIONS: 18 years of age or older. At least two years of driving experience. High School diploma or GED preferred. Commercial driver's license with class B, passenger, air brakes and school bus endorsement. Documentation of passing the bus driver physical examination. (ODE Rules, pp.6-12) Alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of traffic regulations. Maximum of six points on the driving record at any one time. Ability to establish an orderly environment on the bus, using positive behavior management strategies. Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults. EQUIPMENT OPERATED: Busses and vans. Two-way radio. Fire extinguisher. Flares. WORKING CONDITIONS: Potential exposure to blood or other bodily fluids and tissue. Operation of a vehicle in all weather conditions and exposure to inclement weather. Regular requirement to drive, sit for long periods of time, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, handle, read, speak, hear. Exposure to liquid petroleum and exhaust fumes. Exposure to unruly children. Potential exposure to violent or emotionally distraught people. NOTE: The above lists may not be ranked in order of importance. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT : Length of Employment: One Year Limited Contract Salary: Based on current classified salary schedule with appropriate experience and training Fringe Benefits: Based on OAPSE Agreement ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Please submit a letter of interest and resume to the online application. Please do not send materials through U.S. mail or by e-mail, all documents should be uploaded to your application. If your qualifications meet our needs we will contact you for further information and a possible interview. The Marysville Exempted Village School District is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is in compliance with SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973. Posted Internally: May 3, 2023 Internal Application Deadline: May 9, 2023

Created: 2024-11-02