SCHOOL BUS DRIVER TRAINER - PROMOTION and OPEN Job at Walnut Valley Unified Scho

Overview

We have 1 opening for an 8-hour, 11-month employee in Transportation. The work hours are 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Review experience and license and/or certification requirements before applying.

Basic Function

Under general supervision, to plan, coordinate and organize a classroom and behind the wheel bus driver training program; to review bus drivers to ensure that a high standard of performance is maintained; to drive a bus on assigned routes; and to do other related work as required.

Experience and Education Requirement

• Experience: Three (3) years of experience in the operation of a school bus, including one (1) year involved with a school bus driver-training program.
• Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by training or coursework pertaining to school bus driver training.

License and/or Certificate Requirement

• Possession of a valid Class A or B California motor vehicle operator's license with passenger endorsement and school bus endorsement
• Possession of a valid California School Bus Driver's Certificate issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles with restrictions 0 or 1
• Possession of a valid first aid card issued by the American Red Cross or equivalent certificate issued by the California Highway Patrol
• Possession of a California Department of Education School Bus Instructor Certificate with Instructional Limitation A and Equipment Limitation 0 or 1
• Participation in Districts Random Drug Testing program

Condition of Employment

Insurability by the District's insurance carrier.

Essential Job Functions

• Plans, develops and implements training programs for bus drivers to ensure safe driving practices in accordance with District and State transportation policies, rules and regulations
• Counsels and assists new drivers concerning student behavior management and other pupil transportation related problems
• Assists in the selection and training of bus drivers
• May drive a bus on a designated route per time schedule
• Rides with bus drivers to evaluate routes and reports observations of hazards
• Recommends adjustments to driver assignments to maximize equipment and personnel utilization
• Performs dispatching functions and updates transportation records
• Prepares management reports related to student transportation
• Develops and maintains bus driver records including license and certificate expirations
• Serves on Accident Review Committee as assigned
• Works with public and law enforcement agencies
• Plans, develops and conducts school bus driver certificate renewal training
• Conducts safe driving and working methods training
• May conduct bus inspections with drivers and report issues
• May serve as relief driver as necessary
• May collect funds for bus passes

Job Requirements – Qualifications

• Skills: Drive a school bus safely; operate school vans with lifts; operate a PC; maintain student behavior; tact and diplomacy
• Knowledge: Principles and methods for training school bus drivers; California Vehicle Code, Education Code related to pupil transport and training; safe driving practices
• Ability: Plan and implement training and safety programs; organize routes and schedules; maintain records and reports; establish positive working relationships; work with customers politely; adapt to priorities; accept feedback; problem-solve; maintain professionalism

Application and Selection Process

• An employment application and job description can be obtained online at www.wvusd.org or at the District Office. For assistance, contact Martha Caballero, Human Resources Specialist at 909-595-1261, ext. 31334.
• Permanent employees may submit a Request to Transfer Form; HR must receive the transfer request prior to the application deadline.
• When completing work experience information, refer to the job requirements and qualifications listed on the job description; describe all relevant work experience that qualifies you.
• Qualified applicants will participate in a written examination and technical oral interview (50/50). Those who pass will be placed on an Eligibility List. The top three ranks will be invited to the Final Selection Interview.
• The eligibility list is valid for six months and will be used to fill current and future openings.

Review Job Description: It is the responsibility of the applicant to review the classification job description online at www.wvusd.org or at the District Office.

Benefits

Permanent employees receive paid holidays, sick leave, vacation and longevity benefits per contract. The District offers a comprehensive insurance package. Part-time employees (minimum four hours) contribute proportionate to hours. District provides life insurance for employees working a minimum of 3 hours. Retirement plan with joint contributions.

Accommodations

Individuals with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation in the examination process. Contact the Division of Human Resources when applying.

Veteran Preference

Veterans who have been honorably discharged after 30 days or more of service during wartime or national emergency receive 5 points; disabled veterans receive 10 points. A copy of a DD-214 must be provided by the examination process.

Pre-employment Requirements

Cost of pre-employment examinations shall be paid by the applicant. Fingerprinting, Medical examination, Tuberculosis test, and I-9 immigration paperwork are required.

Equal opportunity statement: We are an equal opportunity and non-discriminatory employer as mandated by Section 504 of the Office of Civil Rights.