Part Time Bus Driver Class 1

Part Time Bus Driver Class 1-for the 2026-27 SCHOOL YEAR

Job : 5697779

Final date to receive applications: Jun 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Jun 15, 2026

Training for newly hired drivers will take place immediately upon hire.

The Des Moines Public Schools is looking for Part Time Bus Drivers!

If you want a great way to engage with students in your community and meet a great team of transportation staff, we have an opportunity for you! See below for details! All new part-time bus drivers are eligible to enroll for family medical, dental, and vision benefits. This will also include disability and life insurance to individual employees.

Sign on Bonus!

• Eligibility for the sign-on bonus applies to external applicants only. Previous employees returning to DMPS will not be eligible for the sign-on bonus until a minimum of 6 months has lapsed.

Apply Today! $2,000 Sign-On Bonus:

• $500.00 paid after 30 actual working days.
• $1,000.00 paid after the successful completion of the probationary period of 90 actual working days.
• $500.00 paid after 180 actual working days.

The District is willing to train and assist you with obtaining a CDL within 60 days of hire.

Special $5,000 Sign-On Bonus for external applicants who are hired and possess a current CDL and proper valid endorsements of school bus, passenger and air brakes!

• $1,000.00 paid after 30 actual working days.
• $2,000.00 paid after the successful completion of the probationary period of 90 actual working days.
• $2,000.00 paid after the successful completion of previous 180 working days.

Hiring Requirements:

• Work morning and afternoon shift daily, other hours may be available.
• Twenty (20) years of age or older.
• Ability to obtain Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within a 60 day period.
• Ability to obtain State of Iowa School Bus Operators permit (CLP).
• For internal candidates: meets or better evaluation, no employee conduct documents the past 12 months and no more than 10 days of unauthorized absences the last 12 months.

Position Details for the School Year:

• 178 Days.
• Shift: Monday through Friday, Academic Year, Split Shift.

Des Moines Public Schools offers a generous benefits package.

TITLE: Bus Driver Class 1

DEPARTMENT: Transportation

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Director of Transportation, Specialist(s), Lead Driver

EVALUATES: Not applicable

POSITION INVENTORY: B21

POSITION TYPE: TRANS

FLSA Status:

Non Exempt

Part Time

Academic Calendar

Less than 30 hours/week. Variable Hours

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/prcedures 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.

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