Bus Driver; Part Time

POSITION: SCHOOL BUS DRIVER (PART TIME)

Location:

MPCS Transportation Department

Salary:
Classified Scale, Grade 6

Hours:

12-18 hours per week, Part Time, Not Eligible for Benefits

Position Length:
August through June

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Immediate Supervisor(s):
Director of Transportation

The School Bus Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of students to and from school, school-related activities, and special excursions. This position ensures the bus is maintained in safe operating condition and that students are supervised appropriately during loading, transport, and unloading. The Bus Driver reports directly to the Director of Transportation.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of driving experience with a valid driver’s license required.
• Must hold a valid Virginia Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a school bus and passenger endorsement issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Must successfully pass a Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). drug and alcohol testing, and tuberculosis screening.
• Must meet all driving record requirements and maintain plus points on your DMV record, background investigation, CPR certification, and physical requirements mandated by Manassas Park City Schools and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations, including railroad-crossing procedures.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English;
  Spanish language proficiency is a plus.
• Ability to perform moderate lifting of 50lbs and assist students on and off the bus, including those using mobility devices.
• Ability to remain calm in emergency situations and respond appropriately.
• Demonstrated patience, professionalism, and ability to maintain student discipline.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, and administrators.
• Willingness and ability to work split shifts (approximately 6:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.) on all school days.

• Transports 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 to maintain safety and ensure compliance with district policies.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g., fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior condition, mirrors, etc.) to ensure the vehicle is in safe operating condition and to comply with mandated guidelines.
• Advises students and other passengers regarding appropriate behavior to reinforce regulations and maintain passenger safety.
• Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents, and/or potential emergency situations (e.g., road hazards, medical emergencies, etc.) and resolves the situation and/or recommends appropriate resolutions.
• Assists students and other passengers with safe loading and unloading from buses during both normal transport and emergency situations.
• Attends meetings, classroom training, behind-the-wheel training, safety meetings, in-service sessions, administrative conferences, etc., to maintain skills and meet school bus driver certification requirements.
• Conducts emergency evacuation drills to ensure efficiency of procedures and compliance with mandated requirements.
• Responds to inquiries (e.g., from students, parents, other school personnel, etc.) to provide information and/or direction.
• Secures students as assigned (e.g., car seats, wheelchairs, restraints, etc.) to ensure their safety during transport.
• Assists children with disabilities on and off the bus.
• Assists with snow removal on and around buses to ensure buses maintain established schedules.
• Cleans assigned vehicles, both interior and exterior, to ensure vehicle safety, appearance, and sanitation.
• Lifts students and/or equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, car seats, restraints, seat belts, etc.) to position or reposition students as appropriate.
• Is responsible for the safe transportation of students by demonstrating full knowledge of defensive driving techniques and a complete understanding of the laws of the road.
• Maintains…