District Transportation Van Monitor

District Transportation Van Monitor

Waterloo Community School District CENTRAL STORES - Waterloo, Iowa

Job : 5834562

Final date to receive applications: posted until filled

Posted: Jul 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Title: Transportation Monitor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Classification: Operational Support

Immediate Supervisor: Director of Operational Services

Job Summary: Assist with the supervision and safety of students while being transported to school. 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.

• High school diploma or equivalency
• Additional training in areas related to scope of responsibility not required but is considered a plus

• Appropriate State of Iowa license and endorsements required for the vehicle assigned, or ability to obtain after hire
• Appropriate medical qualification

• At least 18 years of age
• Previous van or bus driving experience is not required but is considered a plus

• Ability to drive a school vehicle as a substitute if a driver is absent
• Reliability and dependability
• Ability to get along with others
• Moral conduct that is not detrimental to the best interest of children
• Patience
• Considerateness
• Even temperament
• Calmness under stress
• Freedom from addiction to narcotics or habit‑forming drugs
• Freedom from addiction to alcoholic beverages or liquors
• Ability to operate a vehicle safely
• Knowledge of motor vehicle laws
• Ability to easily get in and out of the school vehicle assigned
• Ability to render assistance to passengers in the event of an accident and/or safety incident
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug test and subsequent drug screenings
• Ability to meet or exceed the medical standards of state and federal departments of transportation
• Ability to sit and remain alert while driving for long periods of time
• Any other requirements required by law

• Students and families
• Director of Operational Services
• Transportation Coordinator
• Transportation Router
• Other district staff

• Assist in the supervision and support of students to ensure behavioral, health, and safety needs are met; report policy infractions, as appropriate
• Physically assist the driver in loading and unloading students, including students with accommodations such as wheelchairs, safety vests, etc.
• Perform visual safety equipment inspection at the start of each route; including harnesses, wheelchair tie down devices, etc.
• Report all equipment damage and/or repair items using established procedures
• Assist in assuring interior cleanliness and appearance of the school bus
• Assist in providing the necessary safeguards to prevent loss of or damage to property, or failure of mechanical equipment
• Serve as a substitute driver if a driver is absent or unable to drive
• Adhere to District policies/procedures and Department work rules
• Maintain appropriate behavior of student in the vehicle at all times
• Adhere to district and State policies on physical contact with children
• Attend work on a prompt and regular basis
• Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees
• Maintain confidentiality
• Complete mandatory trainings and tasks on time as directed
• Assist with other duties as assigned

• Standing, walking, sitting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling (up to 50 lbs), reaching, climbing stairs, driving, lifting (up to 50 lbs), carrying, manual dexterity tasks (telephone, computer), 2‑way radio
• Work conditions: inside, outside, extremes in temperature/humidity
• Frequency of activity: occasionally 1‑32%, frequent 33‑66%, constant 67%+

Term: Nine months per year, approximately 172 days per year

Salary: $17 per hour

Position Type: Full‑time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Zach Kelly, Director of Operations
• CENTRAL STORES
• Phone: 319‑433‑1828
• Email: kellyz