Bus Driver Class 3 Lead Driver

TITLE:Bus Driver Class 3 - Lead Driver

DEPARTMENT: Transportation

REPORTS TO:Director of Transportation

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:Director of Transportation or designated Specialist

EVALUATES: Not Applicable

POSITION INVENTORY: B21

POSTION TYPE: Full Time

FLSA STATUS:Non Exempt

FT/PT:

DAYS: 230 HOURS: 8 hour day

Posting date is Wednesday July 1 2026

Applications received by the end of business day Friday July 10 2026will 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:

1. Provide guidance and training to bus drivers and associates as directed.
2. Operate the school bus in a safe effective and proficient
3. Perform visual bus safety inspection at the start of each route.
4. Comply with all pre-trip and post-trip procedures and expectations.
5. Report all vehicle damage and/or repair items using established procedures and
6. Ensure interior and exterior cleanliness and appearance of the school
7. Maintain appropriate student behavior on the bus and report policy infractions as
8. Assist in providing the necessary safeguards to prevent loss of or damage to property or failure of mechanical
9. Maintain a Motor Vehicle Record that meets District guidelines.
10. Assist in providing the necessary safeguards to prevent loss of or damage to property or failure of mechanical
11. Assist in the inspection operation and use of specialized equipment for students with additional accommodations including wheelchairs safety vests etc.
12. Complete Medicare
13. Utilize a computer for District and Department email communications and online training
14. Attend professional development.
15. Adhere to District policies and Department work

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):

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

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Required:

1. Twenty (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:

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

Skills Knowledge and Abilities:

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 anyother job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Approved By: Emily Behrens

Date: 9/27/2023

Required Experience:

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