BUS DRIVER POOL (SY 2026-2027)

JOB TITLE: BUS DRIVER GROUP: Teamsters II - Bus Driver LEVEL: Appendix B FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt WORKDAYS PER FISCAL YEAR: 181 HOLIDAYS: 11 or 12 dependent on school start date SUMMARY: The purpose of this position is t o support the educational goals of th e community by safely transporting students inside and outside the Highline School District boundaries.

CONTEXT AND WHO WE ARE: Highline Public Schools serves students and families in the communities of Burien, Des Moines, Normandy Park, SeaTac and White Center in Washington state.

OUR PROMISE: Every student in Highline Public Schools is known by name, strength and need, and graduates prepared for the future they choose.

In 2013, families, students, staff and community members across Highline came together to develop a strategic plan that reflects our goals and dreams for students. Our strategic plan is our equity plan and is guided by Our Promise. In 2023, the strategic plan was updated to guide our work, identifying four bold goals:

• Culture of Belonging: A culture where all are welcome, valued, and safe.
• Innovative Learning: Academic experiences that engage, empower, and challenge every student.
• Bilingual & Biliterate: Multicultural skills that enable students to live, work, and communicate across cultures.
• Future Ready: Students explore possibilities and develop mindsets that prepare them for a changing future.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals wit h disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Transport students between pickup points and schools according to time schedules and routes as planned by the District. If a lift bus, operate wheelchair lift and assist students loading and unloading from the bus.
• Maintain order during trips and adhere to safety rules when loading and unloading students. Be able to assist students off the bus in an emergency situation or accident.
• Comply with state laws and local regulations pertaining to operation of school buses.
• Maintain surveillance and work with the bus monitors and assist them in the performance of their duties and functions.
• Exercise responsible leadership at all times. Promote good public relations with parents, staff and public in a multicultural and multiracial community.
• Keep records as required.
• Safely drive a school bus in all kinds of adverse weather conditions.
• Keep assigned bus clean (interior and exterior).
• Install and remove chains in snow conditions.
• Report to proper authorities: accidents, student misconduct, troubles with bus, traffic hazards along route and parent complaints.
• Pick up and discharge students only at authorized stops. Job Description JOB DESCRIPTION: BUS DRIVER

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• Take direction and instruction regarding safe driving procedures from the Driver Trainer Coordinator as required to fulfill functions and responsibilities.
• Attend meetings and training sessions which the District determines are necessary to fulfill position responsibilities. Other Functions
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School diploma or equivalent All certificates, licenses, endorsements and permits as required for this position by state and local authorities. CDL, Class B with P1 and S endorsements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Valid CPR certification

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: Pass a post hire, pre-employment physical assessment test Criminal background clearance A complete five-year school bus driver abstract, displaying an excellent driving record Valid First Aid certification All certificates, licenses, endorsements, permits, and vaccines (absent exemption) as required for this position by state and local authorities

KNOWLEDGE OF: State laws and local regulations pertaining to operation of school buses School board policies and procedures

ABILITY TO: Communicate effectively verbally and in writing Maintain effective working relationships with other people Read and interpret road and street maps Familiar with vehicle maintenance concepts Follow and uphold safety standards, laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures relating to pupil transportation Perform the duties satisfactorily and to accept the responsibilities listed under the heading "Performance Duties and Responsibilities" Take direction and instruction from the Driver Trainer Coordinator Comply with school board policies and follow administrative procedures

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Director of Transportation

EVALUATION: This position will be evaluated by the Transportation Supervisor or designee based on performance of duties and responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an JOB DESCRIPTION: BUS DRIVER

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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit for long periods. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; squat/kneel; reach; climb stairs; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and/or walk. The employee must frequently lift/carry up to maximum of 5 pounds. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 28 pounds. This position requires the employee to push a maximum for ce of 60 pounds and pull a maximum force of 100 pounds. Anything over the weight limits should be done as a two -person lift or with a mechanical lift. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, ability to adjust focus, night vis ion, and peripheral vision. The employee must be able to fit through the emergency exit door located in the roof of the bus. The circumference of this exit is 83".

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outdoor conditions, inclement weather, and regularly around diesel and gas fumes. Some work requires the use of video display. The noise level in the work environment is often loud/noisy. The employee is expected to properly use personal protection equipment when provided by the District.

Job descriptions are written as a representative list of the ADA essential duties performed by the entire classification. They cannot include, and are not intended to include, every possible activity and task performed by every specific employee.

CLASSIFICATION HISTORY Updated Context and Disclosures sections, 2024.05.09 Revised Condition of Employment, 2022.01.04 Updated by Human Resources as outlined by Transportation Director and approved by union rep. 2021/01/28 Updated by Human Resources, 2016.08.31 Transferred to newest format by Human Resources, 2013.02.03 Updated by Human Resources to add district introduction, 2013.10.17 Revised by Human Resources, 2009/03 Updated format by Human Resources, 2013/01

Highline Public Schools, District #401, complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in admission, access, treatment, or employment in education programs or hiring practices on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, marital Highline Public Schools, District #401, complies with all federal rules and regulations and does not discriminate in admission, access, treatment, or employment in education programs or hiring practices on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, marital status, honorably -discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular activities. Highline Public Schools also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Any person having inquiries should contact: Age Discrimination Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Affirmative Action, Civil Rights Act (employees), and Title IX: Chief Talent Officer, 206.631.3121, titleixofficer@highlineschools.org; Civil Righ ts Act: District Ombudsman, 206.631.3104, JOB DESCRIPTION: BUS DRIVER

Highline Public Schools 82D03BSD Bus Driver Page 4 of 4 civilrightscoordinator@highlineschools.org; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act- Director of Social Services, 206.631.3250, 504coordinator@highlineschools.org, Address: 15675 Ambaum Blvd. SW, Burien, WA 98166