Transportation: Bus Driver Substitute

Bus Driver Substitute
USD 204 is now accepting applications for substitute Bus Drivers. Must have a Kansas CDL or be willing to complete the training for a CDL.
Hours are variable
Duty Days: When School is in session
Questions? Contact Debbie Elmer at
Job Description
USD 204 Position Description
Bus Driver CDL
Purpose Statement
The job of Bus Driver CDL is done for the purpose/s of providing support within the student
transportation services area with specific responsibilities for transporting students over
scheduled routes and/or to/from special excursions; ensuring that vehicle operations are in safe operating condition; and ensuring safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from buses.
Essential Functions
• Advises students and other passengers of appropriate behavior for the purpose reinforcing
established guidelines and maintaining passenger safety.
• Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations (e.g. road
hazards, medical emergencies, accidents, etc.) for the purpose of resolving and/or recommending a resolution to the situation.
• Assists students and other passengers for the purpose of providing safe loading and unloading from buses during normal transport and emergency situations.
• Attends unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering
information required to perform job functions.
• Cleans assigned vehicle-interior for the purpose of ensuring safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle.
• Conducts emergency evacuation drills for the purpose of ensuring efficiency of procedures and complying with mandated requirements.
• Drives school bus for the purpose of transporting passengers over scheduled routes to and from school and/or field trips in a safe and timely manner.
• Monitors students and other passengers during transit for the purpose of ensuring the safe
transportation of all passengers.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g. gauge levels, exterior condition, etc.) for
the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle and complying with mandated guidelines.
• Prepares a variety of written and verbal reports (e.g. field trips reports, incident reports,
inspections records, passenger misconduct, mileage logs, student counts, routing information, etc.)
for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, conveying information,
and/or complying with established guidelines.
• Provides consistent interaction with students for the purpose of educating students.
• Reports observations and/or incidents (e.g. discipline, accidents, inappropriate social behavior, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate personnel.
• Responds to inquiries from students, parents, and/or staff for the purpose of providing the
necessary information regarding transportation services.
Other Functions
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and
effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications, Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; administering first aid; applying pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; operating district vehicles, fire extinguisher, two-way radio, and standard office equipment; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: emergency evacuation techniques; area streets and locations; basic vehicle maintenance; first aid; health standards and hazards; pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; safe driving practices; safety practices and procedures; two way radio communication; and utilization of wheelchairs, tie downs, child safety seats, lifts, (by assignment).
ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate to significant. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: being attentive to detail; communicating with diverse groups including school age riders; displaying tact and courtesy; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; exercising sound judgment; maintaining an understanding of the special needs of students and their parents; maintaining confidentiality; and working with constant distractions.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; providing information and/or advising others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the organization's services.
Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, 10% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.
Reports to: Director of Transportation
Experience:
Education: No specific education level is required
Equivalency Experience driving large trucks, semis
Required Testing Drug screen
Certificates and Licenses
Kansas CDL License
As required by the State of Kansas: Defensive Driving
First Aid Physical
Continuing Education/Training Maintains Certificates and licenses
Clearances Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Must be at least 21 years of age
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.0
HOURS/DAY: 4 or more
DAYS PER YEAR School Year Calendar and possibly of Summer School Calendar
Anti Discrimination Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who fully and actively supports equal access for all people, regardless of Race, Color, Religion, Gender, Age, National Origin, Veteran Status, Disability, Genetic Information Testing, Family & Medical Leave, Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity or Expression. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.
Any person having inquiries concerning USD 204's compliance with the regulation implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Title IX of the Education amendments of 1972 (Title IX), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) is directed to contact the Director of Finance and Compliance Leticia A. Porter, Ph.D. 913-422-5600 2200 S. 138th St., Bonner Springs, KS 66012