Substitute Bus Driver

Jeffco Public Schools (Jeffco) is located in Jefferson County, Colorado. It is the second largest school district in Colorado serving 69,000 students across 155 schools. With 14,000 employees, the district is the largest employer in Jefferson County and has provided educational excellence for more than 70 years.

Jeffco embraces the spirit of the West and the natural beauty of the Rocky Mountain region with the county spanning more than 770 square miles running the length of the western edge of the Denver metropolitan area. The district is diverse in both population and geography, from urban to rural, including the mountain communities in the foothills west of Denver.

Overall, Jeffco has 31% of students that qualify for free and reduced lunch, an indicator of poverty, and 34% minority (25% Hispanic) student population. The district is implementing a new strategic plan, Jeffco Thrives 2025 that is focused on providing a world‑class education that prepares all Jeffco students for bright and successful futures as local and global citizens. Come join us!

Jeffco Public Schools is a Single‑State Employer. All candidates hired by Jeffco Public Schools must reside within the state of Colorado.

Desired

Start Date:

03/13/2024

Substitute Bus Driver
Hourly Position
FLSA: Nonexempt
FTE: .12500 ,
Hours/Day: 1.000 ,
Days/Year: 260
Salary Plan, Grade, Step: TNO - Hourly - Non Negotiated , T19, 1
Hourly Rate: $26.61 Effective as of: 11-16-2024

SUMMARY:

Drive school bus over assigned route, abiding by all Federal, State, and District rules and regulations. Manage passenger conduct and ensure passenger safety.

• Maintain complete control of the vehicle and remain alert. Apply additional driving safety measures (e.g., chains) and evacuation procedures when necessary.
• Maintain control of passenger conduct and ensure safety of passengers while in route.
• Meet with Transportation Para‑Professionals to plan and discuss behavior management, emergency evacuation procedures, and medical emergencies.
• Provide care and assistance to passengers when entering and leaving the bus, during transportation, and when crossing the street.
• Load and unload passengers in wheelchairs using the lift. Maneuver chairs on ramps, curbs, and inside bus. Secure passengers' wheelchairs and properly fasten all protective safety devices, car seats, lap belts, and T‑straps, while maintaining a professional team relationship with the Transportation Para‑Professional.
• Inspect and insure that equipment, instruments, safety devices, and vehicles meet requirements and are operating properly before and after driving duties. Maintain adequate levels of fuel, engine oil, and coolant.
• Drive special day trips, during weekends, or at night when necessary.
• Inspect and insure the interior and exterior cleanliness of assigned buses.
• Prepare and submit necessary records timely, and maintain accurate route folder.
• Carry Pony Mail to/from bus and distribute to designated schools or locations.
• Report emergencies, breakdowns, delays, and/or accidents timely to the Transportation Manager.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High school diploma/GED preferred.

No experience required. Previous truck or bus driving experience preferred. Experience working with children preferred.

Must demonstrate the ability to operate various school buses, wheelchair lifts and restraining equipment, and bus wash upon completion of District training (within two weeks after hire).

Must be 21 years of age and must maintain a valid Colorado driver's license with good driving history (must provide driving record at time of hire). Must obtain Commercial driver’s license (CDL), Department of Transportation physical exam, and “B”…