Vacancy Pending Board Approval

Assists the Administrator in the operation of a school transportation program. Determining efficient routing technique and time schedules; Initiating continuing follow-up procedures to update bus routes throughout the year; Determining eligibility of students for transportation; Interviewing prospective drivers and mechanics and making recommendations for hiring; Oversees driver training, orientation and evaluation programs; Ensures compliance with government mandates pertaining to school bus operators including contract carriers; Provides transportation services for field trips, interscholastic athletics and other special requests; Supervises the safety programs and their formulation as well as employee driving safety records; Acts as the transportation safety and accident investigator; Supervises and directs a comprehensive program of school vehicle maintenance and repair; Maintains necessary records involving payroll, personnel, material costs, equipment and parts inventory, etc. Responsible for the preparation of reports on all aspects of school transportation; Requisitions supplies and equipment; Prepares specification for equipment and supplies, reviews bids and recommends appropriate purchases; Acts as liaisons with the public as well as outside agencies; Responsible for timely and courteous replies to inquiries and complaints from parents and school administrators; Reviews state aid forms and contractor billing against mileage and maintenance records; May drive a school bus.

Operation of a school bus in transporting students to and from school and school district functions.  The employee is charged with the safety of the children upon entry to the vehicle and during their transport.  The employee may be accompanied by a School Bus Attendant.  It is the employee's responsibility to check the vehicle for safety purposes prior to making trips.  A supervisor assigns bus routes and periodically evaluates the employee's driving skills and knowledge of State laws appicable to transporting students.  Does related work as required.

Free comprehensive training is provide to obtain CDL and qualify for employment.

Responsibilities shall include, but are not limited to, maintaining order on the School Bus and to assist students as needed.  Ability to interact in a professional manner with staff, students, and families.  Maintain confidentiality with staff, students, and family information.  Operate in a respectful manner.  Other duties and/or responsibilities which may be deemed appropriate by the supervisor.