Job Description:

Purpose Statement
    The job of Bus Driver is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the educational process with specific responsibilities for transporting students over scheduled routes and/or to/from special excursions; ensuring vehicle operation is in safe operating condition; and ensuring safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from buses.

This job reports to Assigned Administrator.

Essential Functions

Advises students and other passengers of appropriate behavior for the purpose of reinforcing
established guidelines and maintaining passenger safety.

Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations (e.g. road hazards, 
medical emergencies, accidents, etc.) for the purpose of resolving and/or recommending a resolution 
to the situation.

Assists students and other passengers for the purpose of providing safe loading and unloading from 
buses during normal transport and emergency situations.

Attends unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering 
information required to perform job functions.

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 bus/s for the purpose of transporting passengers over scheduled routes to and from 
school and/or field trips in a safe and timely manner.

Fuels assigned vehicle (e.g. oil, water, fuel, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining vehicle in a 
safe operating condition.

Informs other school personnel and parents of events, policies, and/or practices (e.g. scheduled 
stops, established routes, route conditions, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or 
clarification of procedures.

Monitors students and other passengers during transit for the purpose of ensuring the safe 
transportation of all passengers.

Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g. fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior condition, 
etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle and complying with 
mandated guidelines.

Prepares reports (e.g. field trips reports, incident reports, inspections records, passenger 
misconduct, mileage logs, student counts, routing information, etc.) for the purpose of documenting 
activities, providing written reference, conveying information, and/or complying with established 
guidelines.

Reports observations and/or incidents (e.g. discipline, accidents, inappropriate social behavior, 
etc.) for
the purpose of communicating information to appropriate personnel for their action.

Responds to inquiries from students, parents, and/or staff for the purpose of providing the necessary
information regarding transportation services.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple 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: adhering to safety practices; administering first aid; applying pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; operating district vehicles, fire extinguisher, two-way radio, and standard office equipment; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; 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: emergency evacuation techniques; area streets and locations; basic vehicle maintenance; first aid; health standards and hazards; pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; safe driving practices; safety practices and procedures; two way radio communication; and utilizing wheelchairs, tie downs, child safety seats, lifts, etc. (by assignment).

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate to significant. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: being attentive to detail; communicating with diverse groups including school age riders; displaying tact and courtesy; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; exercising sound judgment; maintaining an understanding of the special needs of students and their parents; maintaining confidentiality; and working with constant distractions.

Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

Certificates and Licenses
Bus Driver’s Certificate
Class B Commercial Driver's License
CPR/First Aid Certificate

Required Testing

Pre-Placement Physical Capacities Test

Continuing Educ. / Training

Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses

Clearances

Criminal Background Clearance/Fingerprint Clearance
AZDOT and DPS Drug Test Clearance
MMR
Pass AZDOT Physical Exam

FLSA Status

Non Exempt