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Application Deadline:Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified.
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Regular routes and Floating positions available.
*Hourly Wage Range $30.43 $33.78/hr
Hour per Day 4.0 8.0 varies by route
Days per Year 191
INFORMATION
Title: Level:
Bus Driver Bus Drivers Salary Schedule
to:
Director of Transportation
OF ASSIGNMENT Under the direction of the Director of Transportation or his/her designee the bus driver is responsible for the safe efficient and effective transportation of students to and from school. This poistion is subject toFederal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Mandated Drug and Alcohol Testing Program as provided in District Policy #5202.
FUNCTIONS
school buses on assigned routes and trips in support of district approved activities both within and outside the school district boundaries.
defensive driving at all times and displays courtesy to other vehicle operators.
all hand and foot controls installed in a school bus as required by Washington State School Bus Specification. Operates a school bus in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington and policies publicized by the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
school bus in various types of weather conditions including but not limited to fog rain hail sleet snow and ice.
control of student passengers as related to safety and behavior and in accordance with district procedures. May include reporting unsafe actions and working directly with parents and building administrators to correct unsafe behavior of students.
legible and accurate forms records timesheets reports and other clerical type activities as may be required by the State or district policies and procedures.
completes school bus driver training programs and courses established by the Superintendent of Public Instruction completes training programs and courses as offered by Clover Park School Districts Transportation Department.
daily pre/post trip operation and safety inspections as required of the school bus and related equipment. This includes refueling checking and maintaining the cleanliness of the vehicle inside and out checking for damage to the exterior/interior of the school bus.
for and performs basic first aid and emergency evacuations as required. cooperatively with other school district personnel.
and maintain positive productive and cooperative working relations with District staff and patrons.
other related duties as assigned.
The essential functions listed above are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The position may perform a variety of nonessential functions consistent with the scope and intent of the position.
QUALIFICATIONS
and Experience
be at least 21 years old
high school diploma or GED
in driving passenger vehicles for a minimum of three years or one year experience driving a commercial vehicle requiring a special endorsement.
driving record as defined in WAC. Driving record free of all major violations such as DWI or negligent driving with a limited number of minor violations.
able to perform daily routine school bus vehicle safety inspections; necessary emergency road services; use all hand and/or footoperated controls and equipment found on state minimum specified school buses and maneuver and control a school bus under all driving conditions.
sufficient strength and agility to move about in a school bus as required to provide assistance to students as they enter or exit a school bus through passenger service door or while evacuating the bus during an emergency. Have no physical limitations which would prevent satisfactory performance of job duties
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
to demonstrate and pass required written and physical proficiency examinations for school bus driver. Able to drive all sizes and types of buses operated by the district.
to apply rules regulations and procedures in accordance with district policies while working within designated bounds of authority and confidentiality.
to follow oral and written instructions and to exchange information accurately and appropriately.
to demonstrate and maintain a punctual and excellent work attendance record.
to adapt to changes in all transportation operations while calmly handling predictable and/or emergency situations and conflicts.
to read and interpret street and road maps.
to present a professional appearance and positive attitude when communicating and interacting with students parents fellow workers and the general public.
C. Certification and Licenses
and maintain a valid Washington State Commercial drivers license with passenger/school bus endorsement with airbrake restriction removed. An individual who is a diabetic being treated with insulin may hold a school bus driver authorization if they meet the requirements outlined in WAC.
a valid Washington State School Bus Drivers Authorization
and maintain a valid First Aid Card.
4. Fingerprinting and Background check.**
V. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
experience preferred.
VI. WORKING CONDITIONS Ability to use fingers hands and arms sit for prolonged periods of time. Ability to bend stretch twist walk reach and perform recurring physical activity requiring ordinary strength. Ability to hear and see to perform duties of driving bus. Exposures include traffic inclement weather at times cold heat dust fumes possible infectious diseases. Constant exposure to moderate level of noise that does not require hearing protection and occasional disruptive behavior of students. Required to operate hand and foot controls. Able to lift up to fifty 50 pounds in difficult working positions. Exposure to vibration of moving vehicle while in a sitting position. Constant mental and visual attention required.
FLSA:NonExempt AFFILIATION:ESPCP
JOB CLASS:TechnicalWORK YEAR:191 days
*Internal candidates may be placed on a longevity step per corresponding collective bargaining agreement.
**Shifts are subject to change
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Employment with Clover Park School District is conditional pending completion of a Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint background check as required by RCW28A.400.303. (NOTE: All associated background check fees are the employees responsibility. The fingerprint scan must be completed prior to the first day of employment.
INSURANCE BENEFITS
Employees who are anticipated to work 630 hours during the school year (September 1 through August 31 are eligible for medical dental vision long term disability and basic life insurance benefits. Clover Park School District benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Click on the link information on available benefit options.
RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION
Eligible employees are required to be a member of the Washington State Department of Retirement System Plan. For eligibility information check on the link to theDepartment of Retirement Systems website.
Employees also have the ability to participate in tax deferred 403(b) and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP). These are supplemental retirement savings programs that allows you control over the amount of pretax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Click on the linkhttps:// information on 457 plan (DCP) with the Department of Retirement Systems.
To enroll in an eligible 403(b) plan employees must consult with their own financial planner that is an approved vendor.
Clover Park School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Address correspondence to one of the following individuals who have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination at Clover Park School District 10903 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW Lakewood WA: Title IX Coordinator Greg Davis Executive Director for Student ServicesSection 504/ADA CoordinatorGreg Davis Executive Director for Student ServicesCivil Rights Compliance Coordinator Greg Davis Executive Director for Student Services
Employment Type
Hourly
