Full Time Bus Driver Class 2-Internal Bid Only

Des Moines Public School District

Job Location:

Des Moines, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 19 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

TITLE:Bus Driver Class 2

DEPARTMENT:Transportation

REPORTS TO:Director of Transportation

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Director of Transportation or Transportation Specialist

EVALUATES:Not applicable

POSITION INVENTORY:B21

POSITION TYPE:TRANS

FLSA Status:

Non Exempt

Full Time

AcademicCalendar

Regularly 30-40 hours a week

Posting date isNovember17 2025

Applications received by end of business day Thursday November27 2025will be considered.

Applicants must apply online.

BASIC FUNCTION:

Operate a school bus in a safe and efficient manner to ensure the safety of passengers. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the Transportation Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Operate the school bus in a safe effective and proficient manner.
Provide guidance and training to bus associates in the performance of their respective assignments and duties.
Comply with all pre-trip and post-trip procedures and expectations.
Report all vehicle damage and/or repair items using established procedures and forms.
Ensure interior and exterior cleanliness and appearance of the school bus.
Maintain appropriate student behavior on the bus and report policy infractions as appropriate.
Assist in providing the necessary safeguards to prevent loss of or damage to property or failure of mechanical equipment.
Assist in the inspection operation and use of specialized equipment for students who may have additional accommodations including wheelchairs safety vests etc.
Complete Medicare paperwork.
Utilize a computer for District and Department email communications and online training courses.
Attend professional development.
Adhere to District policies/procedures and Department work rules.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):

Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
Maintain confidentiality.
Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public students and other employees.
Assist with other duties as may be assigned.

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Required Education and Experience:

(20) years of age or older.
2. Ability to obtain Commercial Learners Permit (CLP) prior to hire.
3. Ability to obtain Commercial Drivers License (CDL) within a 60-day period from date of hire.
4. Working knowledge of city and school locations.
5. Ability to use computer to take required online training.
6. Effective communication skills.
7. For internal candidates:meets or better rating on employee evaluation criteria established by the district 10 or fewer days of absence during the past 12 months zero (0) incidents involving formal discipline on file and meets all other stated requirements of the job posting.

Desired Education and Experience:

1. Ability to support the behavioral health and safety needs of students including those with additional accommodations.

Skills and Abilities:

PHYSICAL DEMAND:	FREQUENCY:
Standing	Occasional 1% - 32%
Walking	Occasional 1% - 32%
Sitting	Constant 67%
Bending/Stooping	Occasional 1% - 32%
Reaching/Pushing/Pullingoperating bus	Frequent 33% - 66%
Climbing/Stairs	Occasional 1% - 32%
Driving	Constant 67%
Lifting/Pulling/Pushing (75 lbs.)	Occasional 1% - 32%
Carrying (10 feet)	Occasional 1% - 32%
Manual Dexterity Tasks
Telephone	Occasional 1% - 32%
Computer	Occasional 1% - 32%
Other	Occasional 1% - 32%
Working Conditions
Inside	Frequent 33% - 66%
Outside	Frequent 33% - 66%
Extremes of Temperature/Humidity	Frequent 33% - 66%

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation

Approved By:MK

Date:11/17/25

TITLE:Bus Driver Class 2DEPARTMENT:TransportationREPORTS TO:Director of TransportationRECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Director of Transportation or Transportation SpecialistEVALUATES:Not applicablePOSITION INVENTORY:B21POSITION TYPE:TRANSFLSA Status:Non ExemptFull TimeAcademicCalendarRegularly 30-40 hours a...