Transportation Safety Coordinator​/Lead Driver CL

Transportation Safety Coordinator/ Lead Driver CL1699

Transportation Technology Coordinator/ Bus Driver

Purpose: The Transportation Technology Coordinator monitors the transportation routing/student management software and corresponding equipment. Supporting the systems to ensure proper functioning to provide access to accurate bus information, bus tops and bus/student rider tracking. The Bus Driver provides clean, safe, and reliable transportation for students and district employees as required. To accomplish these tasks, the Transportation Technology Coordinator/ Bus Driver must work closely with the staff and administration of USD 202.

Responsible to: Transportation Supervisor

Payment rate: Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid Kansas commercial drivers’ license (CDL) with required endorsements.
• Must meet all state requirements for bus drivers, including defensive driving, CPR, and first aid certification.
• Successful completion of agility and reaction time test and two-hour behind-the-wheel training program.
• Successful completion of required physical examination for bus drivers (after employment offer is made).
• At least one-year experience in driving some type of motor vehicle, including experience throughout each of the four seasons.
• Possess necessary background and experience in the transportation field, including bus driver trainer and defensive driving certification.
• Communicate well, both orally and in writing.
• Possess the necessary technological skills needed to research best practices related to transportation safety and to communicate with various state officials and staff.

• Report USD 202 automotive equipment repairs/needs to prevent problems and interruptions of district educational programs.
• Abide by all traffic laws and state school transportation regulations and guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community to solve transportation-related problems.
• React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.
• Appropriately operate all vehicles and equipment as required.
• Inspect bus prior to and at the end of each route or activity trip, and file inspection forms with the Transportation Supervisor.
• Support the philosophy and mission of USD 202.
• Comply with policies, rules, and regulations at the federal, state, and district levels.
• Train drivers on various software and hardware function and procedures.
• Manage and troubleshoot work tickets and reports in a timely manner.
• Manage the transportation software app and assist families and staff with use and features.
• Provide accurate data collection and be able to translate this information into a variety of reports and summaries.
• Maintain and follow assigned schedule and routes.
• Only transport authorized students.
• Discharge students only at authorized stops.
• Maintain student discipline and follow student discipline measures as outlined by the district and Transportation Supervisor.
• Maintain bus in clean condition that is free from distractions and inform the Transportation Supervisor whenever a bus is received in unsatisfactory condition.
• Clean and sweep bus on an established schedule.
• Assist mechanic with fueling as needed.
• Immediately notify the Transportation Supervisor if the route is running late or of mechanical failure.
• Inform the Transportation Supervisor and submit a work ticket for routine maintenance and repair required.
• Respond to information requests in a cooperative, courteous, and timely manner.
• Report all accidents and file required accident reports with the Transportation Supervisor.
• Implement and follow all district health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.
• Keep records and student, family, employee information confidential.
• Report any concerns of abuse, neglect, or a child in need of care to your direct supervisor or Division of Children and Families.
• Manage software and hardware updates.
• Clean and maintain technology equipment.
• Share in the responsibility of promoting and maintaining a positive relationship between…