Safety Training Officer

School Bus Driver Trainer

This position is a temporary assignment with an anticipated end date of March 31, 2027

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:
Non-Exempt

We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation.

Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.

Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.

All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Five years of experience as a School Bus Driver Trainer.
• Possess or obtain CWU Pupil Transportation Management Program Certificate within four years of acquiring the position.
• Ability to work independently and possess strong organizational skills.
• Possess a valid Washington State Driver's Class A or B, P1S Commercial Driver's License and maintain and meet all qualifications in WAC 392-144.
• Maintain a Washington State School Bus Driver's Certificate.
• Current certification as a school bus driver trainer in the State of Washington and must maintain this certification.
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate/schedule yearly driver recertification courses.
• Ability to remain current on all safety procedures, regulations and laws.
• Working knowledge of MS Office Suite, Gmail, Synergy Student Data Systems, GPS and Google Documents.
• Proficient with computers to maintain, track, and analyze data. Have the ability to manage reporting, documenting, and tracking.
• Supervisory experience and/or demonstrated leadership ability.
• Ability to sustain poise and confidence in managing emotional and difficult situations.
• Ability to drive a school bus route at any time in emergency situations.

• Ability to properly prepare paperwork necessary for driver certification in WAC .
• Ability to communicate with a variety of people, in person, in written form and over the phone.
• Ability to communicate readily and effectively with district wide staff, parents, and community.
• Assist in monitoring all regular bus routes, schedules and stops for safety requirements.
• Ability to effectively develop and conduct workshops and classroom training.
• Ability to carry out on-scene accident investigations including visual observation, listening to witnesses, and identification of possible dangerous situations. Also the ability to train others in this process.
• Investigate damages caused to buses with photos and necessary paperwork to insurance companies.
• Administer OSPI certifications for all drivers in the online system, as well as the department system.
• Ability to move around the office and transportation complex in order to deal with emergencies.

• Work in a flexible cooperative manner.
• Maintain confidential records of all student, drivers and staff.
• Prepare and assist with driver performance evaluations, conducting driving performance counseling, and daily route driving evaluations.
• Treat co-workers, supervisors, students, parents, and others with dignity and respect at all times.
• Serve as a positive role model.
• Help to administer the Transportation Safety Program.
• Supervise and evaluate Behind-the-Wheel Training staff.
• Coordinate with Human Resources to screen, organize, and interview applicants for the position of school bus driver and transportation bus support.
• Plan, coordinate and conduct entry level classroom trainings.
• Conduct and instruct classroom,…