School Bus Operator Ongoing Shortage Area
School Bus Operator Ongoing Shortage Area
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Job Description
School Bus Operator
Our Vision for Transformation:
- All children in Jefferson Parish deserve a worldclass education.
- In order to achieve this vision Jefferson Parish Public Schools is launching a bold transformation of its district management and support system toward a network model that will most effectively serve the needs of schools educators and most importantly students.
Position Description:
- Reporting to the Executive Director of Transportation in the Operations Unit as well as schoolbased administration the School Bus Operator is responsible for transporting students safely and insuring the vehicle is in clean safe operating condition at all times while abiding by federal state local and district procedures policies and regulations.
Scope of Responsibility:
- Maintain complete control of the vehicle at all times and remain alert. Apply additional driving measures and evacuation procedures when necessary.
- Maintain control of passenger conduct and ensure safety of passengers while en route; and complete assigned route adhering to time schedule
- Supervise bus attendant and transportation support personnel when loading and unloading passengers in wheelchairs using the lift. Supervise bus attendant to maneuver chairs on ramps curbs and inside bus. Ensure bus attendant and transportation support personnel properly secure passengers wheelchairs and all protective safety devices car seats lap belts and Tstraps. Maintain a professional team supervisory relationship with all assigned bus personnel.
- Provide care and assistance to passengers when entering and leaving the bus during transport and when crossing the street. Greet each passenger daily while maintaining superior public relations with students parents school personnel and district staff. Notify parents/guardians of bus stop pickup/dropoff time and location. Maintain confidentiality of student information.
- Inspect and ensure all equipment instruments safety devices and vehicles meet requirements and are properly operating before and after driving duties in accordance with federal state and local laws regulations policies and guidelines. Maintain adequate levels of fuel engine oil and coolant. Clean interior and exterior of bus. Obtain annual and midyear inspection prior to the specified due date.
- Abide by all traffic regulations and laws.
- Accurately prepare and submit all required reports adhering to indicated deadlines. Attend and actively participate in all conferences meetings and professional development activities.
- Report emergencies breakdowns delays accidents and absences to the Executive Director or designated office personnel.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Transportation and schoolbased administration.
Skills and Qualifications:
We seek detailoriented independent selfstarters who demonstrate an unwavering commitment to raising student achievement and who have a record of high performance in challenging situations. Successful candidates will also demonstrate:
- 3 years of progressively increasing experience in school transportation services.
- Strong communication skills in multiple settings and the ability to be an engaging change agent and culturecreator that can inspire and motivate.
- Exceptional analytical and problemsolving skills with an ability to use quantitative and qualitative data to make decisions and recommendations.
- Collaborative management style with a proven track record of working with diverse individuals at all levels to drive decisionmaking and results.
- High degree of professionalism with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities while consistently demonstrating sound judgment and disciplined thinking.
- Possess a current valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) class B or higher with passenger school bus and air brake endorsements and without weight limitation.
- Successful annual completion of CDL physical examination.
- Successful completion of all required school bus driver training courses and recertification programs as mandated by the Louisiana Department of Education.
- Acceptable driving record.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Compensation:
- JP Schools offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.
- JPSchoolsalso offers a competitive benefits package.
Employment Type
Full-Time
