STARBASE Bus Driver​/Office Assistant

Minot Public Schools North Plains Elementary School - Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota

Job : 5714711

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

• Hours per day: 6 hours
• SUMMARY:
  
  Operates school bus on assigned routes, inspects and cleans vehicles daily, monitors passenger behavior, provides safe transportation service to students in compliance with regulations, performs routine office clerical and administrative support functions, and provides customer services.
• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  
  Drives students to and from the STARBASE program in accordance with District policies and procedures; drives bus in compliance with state and federal safety policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; monitors and assists students, enforces MPS policies and rules of conduct; assists in securing special needs students and special equipment; completes all required written reports; performs daily vehicle inspections; reports safety hazards, equipment problems, and emergency situations;
  
  cleans the bus interior and exterior; provides customer service; provides clerical and office assistance; updates and maintains records; cross‑trains in a variety of MPS functions; maintains confidentiality and compliance with child abuse rules.

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND one year of clerical and computer experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• MPS policies and procedures.
• State and federal regulations governing school bus transportation.
• Safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards, safety precautions, and safe driving techniques in all road conditions.
• Local geographic area, road systems, and city and state traffic regulations.
• Principles of record keeping and records management.
• Business computers and specialized software applications.

• Operating school buses in a safe manner, in compliance with all traffic laws, District policy and procedures, and state and local regulations.
• Reacting quickly to situations that could create safety and security problems.
• Following closely written instructions and procedures.
• Following and enforcing safe work practices and safety standards.
• Assisting special needs students and special equipment.
• Entering data into a computer system with speed and accuracy.
• Maintaining accurate technical records.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co‑workers.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

A valid North Dakota State Commercial Driver’s License with school bus/passenger endorsement is required.

Work is performed in a school bus in a traffic environment, with moderate physical requirements; may be required to lift and move items weighing up to 35 pounds. Work is also performed in a standard office environment. This position is safety-sensitive and subject to pre‑employment and random drug and alcohol testing according to federal regulations. The position is subject to veteran’s preference.

Position Type: Part‑Time

Salary: $19.96 per hour

• Ned Strand, Principal
• North Plains Elementary School
• Phone:
• Email: ned.strand.nd.us