Bus Driver

Purpose Statement The job of Bus Driver is done for the purpose/s of transporting children and families to their Head Start/ECEAP related services; assisting with program activities; ensuring vehicle is in safe operating condition; and ensuring safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from buses. This job reports to Transportation Manager. Essential Functions Advises students and other passengers of appropriate behavior for the purpose of reinforcing regulations and maintaining passenger safety. Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations for the purpose of resolving and/or recommending a resolution to the situation. Assists in the development of bus routes for the purpose of efficiently transporting passengers and/or providing input regarding safety concerns on routes. Assists students and other passengers for the purpose of providing safe loading and unloading from buses including both emergency situations and normal transport. Attends meetings, classroom and behind the wheel training, safety meetings, in-service, administrative conferences, etc. for the purpose of maintaining skills and meeting the certificate requirement/s of a school bus driver. Cleans assigned vehicles, both interior and exterior, for the purpose of ensuring safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle. Conducts emergency evacuation drills for the purpose of ensuring efficiency of procedures and complying with mandated requirements. Drives school buses for the purpose of transporting passengers over scheduled routes to and from school and/or special events in a safe and timely manner. Embodies the principles and practices that form our culture and commitment to becoming an Antiracist Multicultural Organization for the purpose of meeting the

Agency's End:

Success for Each Child and Eliminating the Opportunity Gap by Leading with Racial Equity. Lifts students and/or equipment for the purpose of positioning or repositioning students as appropriate. Maintains bus files for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information and/or instructions as required. Monitors students and other passengers during transit for the purpose of maintaining safety and following district policy. Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections for the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle and complying with mandated guidelines. Prepares documents and reports for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information. Reports observations and/or incidents for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate personnel. Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of addressing immediate safety concerns. Responds to inquiries for the purpose of providing information and/or direction. Secures students as assigned for the purpose of ensuring their safety during transport. Other Functions Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: See competencies under Abilities below.

KNOWLEDGE

is required to perform basic math; read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: See competencies under Abilities below. ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of types of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is significant.

JOB-SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES ACCOUNTABILITY

: Takes responsibility and ownership for successfully accomplishing work and Agency objectives, and delivering results. Sets high standards of shared performance for self and others.

BOUNDARY SETTING

: Maintains professional relationships between self and others by establishing parameters regarding interpersonal interactions. Engages in discussions about work constraints while maintaining positive relationships.

CUSTOMER FOCUS

: Commits to clarifying and supporting internal and external customers' goals and strives to meet their expectations and requirements. Consistently acts with customers in mind. Holds self accountable for providing high-quality, responsive and personable customer service.

DEFENSIVE DRIVING

: Drives in a safety-conscious manner with awareness of environmental conditions, the actions of others, Agency policies, and laws.

RECORDKEEPING AND DOCUMENTATION

: Gathers, organizes, and maintains records, following confidential information and security protocols as needed. Accurately documents relevant/essential actions, processes, and practices.

TEAMWORK

: Works collaboratively with others to achieve shared goals and make decisions. High School Diploma or GED certificate/equivalent Washington State Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Class B, with P and S endorsements. Experience transporting children Experience working with culturally diverse children and families Experience working with children and families experiencing homelessness and/or domestic violence Volunteer experience