Full-Time Bus Driver

Position Type :

Support Staff / Bus Driver

Date Posted : 10 / 4 / 2024

10 / 4 / 2024

Location : Central Office

Central Office

Date Available : Immediately

Immediately

Closing Date : Until Filled

Until Filled

JOB SUMMARY :

To transport students safely to and from school and assist students while entering and exiting the bus. Responsible for following an assigned route and schedule in the safe and efficient operation of a school bus.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous school bus driving experience preferred.
• Three (3) years of successful automobile driving experience with a good driving record.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a Maryland Class B Commercial Driver's License (air brake, passenger and school bus endorsements), or equivalent within the period of time specified by the pre-service training program.
• Satisfactorily pass the pre-employment and annual physical examination for school vehicle drivers.
• Satisfactorily pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.
• Satisfactorily pass a fingerprint background investigation.
• Must be capable of lifting a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to sit for long period of time in the bus driver's seat, reach the steering wheel and pedals and wear the seat belt properly every day.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Drive children safely to and from the various schools on assigned routes in accordance with an established time schedule.

2. Adhere to policies and procedures in maintaining appropriate student behavior and discipline.

3. Administer first aid as required, and contacts appropriate administrators in case of serious injury or illness.

4. May transport, supervise, and assist children with special learning needs and physical handicaps.

5. Complete pre- and post-trip bus inspections; sweep, clean and refuel bus daily.

6. Maintain a clean bus in good mechanical condition and report any mechanical defects or malfunctions.

7. Complete records and reports relating to bus operations in a timely manner; compiles and submits accident report information and reports prolonged traffic delays.

8. Plan, organize and implement vehicle evacuation drills.

9. Respond to public contacts concerning transportation problems and concerns.

10. Attends all in-service and safety training meetings as required.

11. Must have excellent attendance and punctuality.

12. Must maintain a clean and professional appearance.

13. Performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Transportation.

HOURS : Full-time, 40 hours per week on average

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

In accordance with state and federal laws, and the policies of the Board of Education, QACPS does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, age, religion, disability, genetics, ancestry / national origin, marital status, sex or sexual orientation in matters affecting employment or in providing educational programs and service, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

QACPS operates equal opportunity and affirmative action programs for students and staff. The Board of Education of Queen Anne's County Public Schools is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer.

Employee inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination or Title IX issues such as gender equity, sexual harassment and sexual discrimination should be directed to Michael Noel, Director of Human Resources, michael.

[email protected] or 410-758-2403 ext. 176.

Student or parent inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination or Title IX issues such as gender equity, sexual harassment and sexual discrimination should be directed to Matt Evans, Director of Student Services, starke.

[email protected] or 410-758-2403 ext. 154.

Inquiries regarding ADA and Section 504 should be directed to Joeleen Smith, Supervisor of Special Education, joeleen.smith@qacps.

org or 410-758-2403 ext. 131.

Inquiries regarding Title II should be directed to Michael Noel, Director of Human Resources, [email protected] or 410-758-2403 ext. 176.

Inquiries may also be addressed in writing to the appropriate office at Queen Anne's County Public Schools, 202 Chesterfield Ave, Centreville, Maryland 21617.

External Agencies

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

1-800-669-4000

1-800-669-6820 (TTY for Deaf / Hard of Hearing callers only)

1-844-234-5122 (ASL Video Phone for Deaf / Hard of Hearing callers only)

Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR)

410.767.8600 (Español-marque el 2)

1.800.637.6247

Maryland Relay 7-1-1

U.S. Department of Education (OCR)

Office for Civil Rights

400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20202

202) 401-2000

1-800-872-5327

Fax : 202-453-6012; TDD : 800-877-8339

Board of Education contact information can be found on the QACPS website.

www.qacps.org