Head Bus Driver; Program

The Le Roy Central School District is seeking a full‑time, 12‑month Head Bus Driver to work in the Bus Garage. This position is a Genesee County Civil Service competitive position under the HELP Program. The position will work under the direct supervision of the Superintendent and Business Administrator. Primary responsibilities include ensuring daily activities, operations, efficiency, reporting, scheduling and maintenance of the transportation facilities.

This position is responsible for a fleet of buses and all other automotive or motor equipment of the school district to ensure buses are well maintained as well as operated in a safe and efficient manner. In addition to this oversight responsibility, incumbents may also drive a bus on an as needed basis. Supervision may be exercised over subordinate transportation department employees.

Does related work as required.

• Create general reports and perform routine maintenance on buses, cars, trucks and all motor equipment owned and operated by the District;
• Prepare estimates, costs and materials needed for motor maintenance and repairs;
• Prepare requisitions for materials and parts needed;
• Maintain inventory of tools, equipment, parts, replacement equipment and replacement parts;
• Plan all regular maintenance scheduling for all motor equipment, ensuring preventative maintenance is performed as required by State and local regulations;
• Ensure and assist in performing all State vehicle inspections;
• Facilitate DOT inspection process, as well as local safety and inspection requirements are being met;
• Inspect transportation activities periodically during the school year to ensure that all necessary standards of safety and efficiency are met;
• Maintain trip records and prepare transportation reports including accident reports, bus mileage, gas and diesel fuel used;
• Substitute as a bus driver as needed, including any short trips during the school day as required;
• Monitor all requirements involved for keeping certifications as a school bus driver for New York State as required under Article 19‑A;
• Provide on‑road instruction and evaluation of a new bus driver;
• Receive and refer complaints or questions concerning transportation services and assist in resolving student disciplinary problems on school buses;
• Prepare a variety of records, reports and budget estimates for the Business Administrator;
• Review and adjust bus routes in cooperation with the bus drivers, Business Administrator and Superintendent of Schools;
• Interview prospective drivers and recommend them to supervisor for hiring;
• Secure substitute bus drivers as needed, post athletic and field trips on the drivers' trip board;
• May advise supervisor of road hazards which may necessitate school closings.

Applications will be accepted through July 24, 2026 either through the OWR application process or by sending required application materials directly to:
Mr. Brian Foeller, Business Administrator, Le Roy Central School District, 2‑6 Trigon Park, Le Roy, NY 14482.

This is a Genesee County Civil Service competitive position. Civil Service applications are available in the District Office, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The application is also available online at  under the "Employment", "Human Resources" tab.

• Graduated from high school or possess an appropriate equivalency diploma recognized by the NYS Department of Education;
  • Three (3) years of FT paid experience as a bus driver. Part‑time experience will be considered on a prorated basis.
• Possession of a valid appropriate level New York State Driver's License for school bus operation. Drivers must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must satisfy the requirements for School Bus Driver set forth in the Rules and Regulations of the New York State Commissioner for Education.
• Good knowledge of standard transportation methods and the operation of buses.
• Working knowledge of routine bus maintenance methods.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and practices in the operation of automotive equipment.
• Good knowledge of traffic laws and regulations.
• Ability to operate a bus under difficult driving and road conditions.
• Ability to get along with others and get along well with students and parents.
• Mental alertness.
• Good knowledge of the New York State Motor Vehicle Law, New York State Bus Driver Law, DOT.
• Ability to plan, create reports, fluent in scheduling.
• Ability to keep detailed records.
• Dependability.

• Required to reach with hands and arms.
• Required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls.
• Occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.