Lead Bus Driver

Primary Purpose:

Drives a school bus to transport students and other authorized personnel to and from school or other designated locations. Plans and monitors bus drivers’ ability to operate and service district vehicles. Responsible for on-site leadership of bus drivers.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High School diploma or GED ( recognized by the Texas Education Agency or Regional Accrediting Agency )

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license (B-CDL) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Safe driving record verified by Texas Department of Public Safety (meets and maintains liability coverage eligibility)

Current or ability to complete required bus driver safety training and bus driver certification from TEA

Shall be subject to testing for use of alcohol or controlled substance that violate law or federal regulations

Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50) paid by employee.

Experience:

Two (2) years’ bus driving experience preferred

Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of student discipline procedures

Proficient map reading skills

Ability to manage student behavior

Ability to work in various computer programs such (Microsoft Suite, Google)

Ability to send emails both interdepartmentally and externally and understanding the audience you are sending to

Ability to present various topics and conduct safety meetings collaboratively with other team members

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to communicate effectively with others

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

Professionalism

The Educators' Code of Ethics is set forth in Texas Administrative Code to provide rules for standard practices and ethical conduct toward students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community.

• Rule §247.1 Purpose and Scope;
  Definitions
• Rule §247.2 Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators

Organization Management

The lead bus driver manages administrative, fiscal, and facilities responsibilities through activities such as the following:

• Supervises bus departures and loading areas at assigned school.
• Trains new bus drivers/bus monitors prior to receiving their safety certification and/or commercial license.
• Provides input to the transportation director or route planner to facilitate planning and maintenance of bus routes.
• Trains and monitors performance of assigned bus drivers to ensure that routes, schedules, and safety procedures are consistently followed, and records are maintained.
  
  - performs retraining as needed
• Helps plan and maintain bus routes.
• Operates and monitors two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office and other drivers.

• Completes and maintains accurate, up-to-date, and timely records and reports including but not limited to those related to bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and the number of passengers transported.
• Process student discipline referrals from assigned drivers and communicate those with the assigned school official.
• Performs duties needed of a lead driver: watching and clipping videos, making or maintaining spreadsheets with department data
• Handle driving and safety records of all new applicants.
• Works collaboratively with the driver team to ensure all duties are completed and drivers/monitors needs are met.
• Assists in Dispatch as needed

Vehicle Operations

The lead bus driver manages vehicle operations and responsibilities through activities such as the following:

• Drives bus daily following assigned route and adhering to established schedules.
• Anticipates problems such as traffic, weather, road conditions, and schedule changes and make necessary adjustments to ensure student safety and reduce delays.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections according to specifications to ensure bus can be operated safely and notify supervisor of needed repairs.
• Keeps assigned bus clean and maintain…