Substitute School Bus Driver

Department: Transportation

Job Status: Part TimeFLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Transportation Director or Assistant Transportation Director

Grade/Level: Classified

Job Type: Regular

Position Summary: Transport students to/from school on pre-determined routes and on extended trips to out-of-town destinations. Ensure adherence to safety rules and maintain safe operation at all times. May assist passengers in boarding or exiting.

Essential Functions: Follow safety rules as students board and exit buses or cross streets near bus stops. Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner. Maintain a level of student discipline on the bus that will allow the bus to be operated in a safe manner at all times. Report all student discipline issues to the appropriate building-level administrator and Assistant Transportation Director. Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order. Report any bus malfunctions or needed repairs in writing using proper forms. Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled neighborhood locations, following strict time schedules. Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions. Maintain complete and accurate student seating chart for all bus routes and field trips. Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort. Maintain proper care of the bus, including bus cleanliness. Report delays, accidents, road hazards, or other traffic and transportation situations using mobile two-way radios. Report all traffic violations to the Transportation Director. Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, and mileage traveled. Relay reports of drivers failing to stop when bus signals are activated to the Transportation Director. Submit timesheets and field trip reports the day following a scheduled trip. Conduct two evacuation drills per year using both front and back doors. Report to the proper authorities any cases of suspected child endangerment, neglect, or abuse. Report suspected bullying to building principal or designee as required by Arkansas law and district policies. Adhere to all policies of the District as well as state and federal agencies. Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Director or Assistant Transportation Director.

Position Qualifications: Competency Statement(s):Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards. Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others. Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace. Loyal - The trait of feeling a sense of duty to the employer. Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous. Punctuality - Ability to report to work on time on a day-to-day basis. Regular attendance - Exhibiting regular attendance in order to perform duties in a satisfactory manner. Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct. Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety. Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative. Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

Experience: No prior experience necessary

Certifications & Licenses: Valid Arkansas Class B Commercial Driver's License with School Bus/Passenger Endorsement and Air Brakes Endorsement.

Other Requirements: Successful completion of pre-employment background checks and required drug screenings. Appropriate personal and professional conduct at all times while around students and other staff members. Complete 24 hours of pre-employment training prior to operating a bus or attend three-hour bus safety briefing. Current physical examination or DOT drug screening. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Work Environment: The work environment for this position is a combination of indoor and outdoor work. The work may involve periods of temperature extremes, especially in summer when buses are not air-conditioned. The noise level can be moderate to high depending on the number of students on a bus and road noise.