POSITION TITLE Summer Programming Bus Driver Safety Monitor SCHOOL DEPARTMENT All Schools SALARY 80 per day ~4 hours FLSA STATUS Non-Exempt REPORTS TO Director of Transportation SUPERVISES None WORK WEEK HOURS SCHEDULED All Camps
POSITION PURPOSE
The School Bus Driver operates a school bus on an assigned route and schedule to provide safe and efficient transportation so that students may enjoy the fullest possible advantage from the programs and offerings of the school system. Work involves performing pre- and post-trip inspections of the bus, complying with all traffic laws and school bus regulations, adhering to all safety regulations and standards for school buses, and maintaining discipline among students assigned to ride the bus. An employee is also responsible for completing all required reports and securing the assigned bus before leaving the vehicle after a run or route. The employee must exercise tact and courtesy in maintaining acceptable relations with parents/guardians of students transported and with school personnel.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Knowledge of safe and efficient practices and procedures used in the operation of a school bus • Knowledge of traffic laws and school bus regulations • Knowledge of safety regulations and standards for school buses • General knowledge of the Transportation Department Operating Instructions • Ability to physically inspect the bus according to the Transportation Department Operating Instructions • Ability to detect and report observable mechanical defects or failures on the school bus • Ability to maintain the discipline of students assigned to ride the school bus • Ability to maintain a clean school bus • Ability to complete required reports • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions • Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative in applying standards to a variety of work situations • Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in contact with parents/guardians or students and with school personnel • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
Graduation from High School Experience driving large vehicles Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
• Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Class A or Class B Commercial Drivers License with school bus certification and S and P endorsements • Must possess a valid drivers license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience transporting human beings as opposed to cargo • Previous experience driving a school bus
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip inspections and document inspections as required by the Transportation Department Operating Instructions for bus drivers • Report mechanical defects or failures to either the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, Bus Driver Manager, or the mechanic on duty at the bus parking site or the school bus garage control center in the event that the assigned school bus is declared unfit for service • Perform pre- and post-trip inspections on the substitute school bus according to the Transportation Department Operating Instructions for bus drivers • Perform a required post-trip inspection to check for students who may still be asleep or incapacitated on board and to identify any other irregularities or vandalism in the bus interior • Operate the assigned school bus on the routes and schedule provided by the Bus Driver Manager • Report to the Bus Driver Manager on the day of occurrence any students added to or deleted from the route by the school principal, which will necessitate a change in the route, bus stops, and/or schedule • Obey all traffic laws and school bus regulations while operating the school bus • Observe all safety regulations and standards for school buses, including but not limited to clearing the school bus and evacuating students quickly in the event of an emergency • Possess a copy of the current Handbook for the School Bus Driver and the Safety Assistant, and refer to it periodically for guidance and to answer questions • Maintain discipline of students assigned to ride the school bus • Establish a discipline plan that is consistent with school disciplinary objectives as stated by the principal and that provides a clear progressive plan of consequences for students who cause disciplinary problems and rewards for those who maintain proper school bus safety standards • Report undisciplined students to the responsible school principal • Discharge students only at the authorized school or bus stop locations • Transport only authorized students • Keep the school bus clean and free of papers, bottles, cans, food wrappers, and other items that may present a safety issue • Report all accidents as required by Transportation Operating Instructions and remain at the scene of the accident until released by the on-scene transportation supervisor • Complete personal time cards and required reports, including reports required in the event of an accident or incident aboard the school bus • Remain in charge of all students aboard the bus at the time of an accident, determining the existence and extent of any injuries, and maintaining the safety of all passengers • Secure the assigned bus before leaving the vehicle after a run or route, including parking the vehicle properly, making a visual inspection of the bus to check for damage, and the possibility of remaining passengers, turning off the childminder alarm, and securing all windows and doors to protect the interior of the vehicle
WORKING CONDITIONS
• Physical demands: Work is considered light physical work requiring up to 20 pounds of force • Work environment: Employees in this position must work in indoor and outdoor environments and come into direct contact with OCS staff, students, and the public
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
The following signatures acknowledge that the supervisor has verified the accuracy of the position description, has discussed position requirements with the employee, and has advised the employee of work performance expectations.
Reviewed by Employees Signature Date Approval by Supervisors Signature Date
The completed and signed position description shall be maintained at the employees work location, reviewed with the employee by the employees immediate supervisor, revised as required, and shall serve as the basis for all necessary evaluations.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to be and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor with HR review and approval at any time.