Transportation Specialist-Driver Trainer
Transportation Specialist-Driver Trainer
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Job Description
POSITION: Transportation Specialist / Driver Instructor
Works under the direction of the Manager of Transportation to assure the safe and efficient operation of the Worcester County Public Schools Transportation Department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assists Manager of Transportation in day to day operations of the department and acts as the Managers designee when directed.
- Collaborates with the Manager of Transportation to oversee transportation software programs.
- Certify bus drivers to safely transport students for school and schoolrelated activities.
- Develop conduct and maintain records of preservice and inservice training programs as per COMAR and MSDE guidelines.
- Conduct safety meetings and instruct National Safety Council Defensive Driving classes.
- Train driver applicants in classroom and behindthewheel training for CDL licenses with S and P endorsements.
- Evaluate driver performance through observation with the Supervisor of Transportation/Operations.
- Maintain records required by the Motor Vehicle Administration MSDE DOT and federal motor carrier safety regulations.
- Ensure compliance with drug and alcohol program requirements (Title 49 CFR Part 40.
- Use computers to manage records for drivers and aides.
- Evaluate transportation routes and report unsafe road conditions.
- Assess road conditions during inclement weather.
- Serve as a substitute bus driver or aide as needed.
- Assist in maintaining the departments fleet.
- Coordinate vehicle inspections per COMAR standards.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager of Transportation.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum of five years of experience as a school bus driver preferred.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES:
- Certified as a bus driver trainer per MSDE and COMAR requirements.
- Valid Maryland CDL with air brake passenger and school bus endorsements.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Language Skills: Ability to read analyze and interpret technical documents and write reports.
- Mathematical Skills: Basic mathematical ability.
- Reasoning Ability: Solve practical problems and interpret instructions in various formats.
- Computer Skills: Basic knowledge of Word Excel and internet applications; willingness to pursue training.
- Other Skills: Strong leadership organizational and communication skills.
- Knowledge of Federal and State driving regulations and the Worcester County road network.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Talk hear and listen to others.
- Frequently sit stand use hands and arms.
- Occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.
- Operate wheelchair lifts and secure disabled passengers.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and moderate noise levels.
- May work in extreme heat or cold weather.
DUTY YEAR AND SALARY:
This is a 12month exempt benefitted position. Salary S09 based on direct experience relevant to the job description.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
- Each candidate meeting the employment qualifications for the Transportation Specialist position must submit an internal application available on our website at worcesterk12.
- Please upload a letter of interest that addresses the essential functions of the position along with a rsum.
- Applications received by the vacancy announcement deadline will be prescreened.
- The selected applicants will be invited for an interview.
If you have any questions or require assistance in completing the online application please contact Debbie Powell ator email us at
If accommodations are needed for the interview they will be provided with an advance request.
Position will be open until filled.
The Worcester County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race color national origin sex disability or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Supervisor of Human Resources Worcester County Board of Education 6270 Worcester Highway Newark MD 21841 .
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
