Specialized Transportation Professional

2 weeks ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Albemarle County Public Schools and Government Full time
Job Title: Specialized Bus Driver

Albemarle County Public Schools and Government is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Specialized Bus Driver to join our team.

Job Summary:

The Specialized Bus Driver will operate school buses and other vehicles to transport students with special needs to and from designated locations. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Operate school buses and other vehicles safely and efficiently, adhering to all traffic laws and regulations.
  • Transport students with special needs, providing portal-to-portal pick-up and delivery services.
  • Conduct safe and orderly loading and unloading of students at specified stops, physically assisting special needs students as required.
  • Work with school staff and parents to develop safe loading/unloading and transport strategies.
  • Develop familiarity with the unique medical needs of all students in the vehicle, assisting with monitoring and acting as a liaison for these students with school and parent/guardian.
  • Comply with US Department of Transportation and Virginia Department of Education regulations specific to driving a school bus, including compliance with proper rest periods from driving.
  • Quickly comprehend route/assignment details and bus stop information via maps, manifests, trip tickets, and other written and oral instructions.
  • Installation of tire chains as required.
  • Maintain order and discipline in the vehicle through student management skills, making critical decisions in emergency situations to protect the safety of themselves and their passengers.
  • Ensure the proper use of car seats and other restraint devices as required.
  • Accomplish and submit reports as required, including mileage and conduct reports, expense reimbursement, billing, etc.
  • Use reporting/scheduling software and email as needed.
  • Check email regularly and maintain daily time records via iPod, ensuring timely submission of timekeeping data to department administration.
  • Attend pre-service, in-service, and other required meetings pertaining to the job.
  • Responsible for ensuring all accidents are immediately reported to immediate supervisor.
  • Demonstrate excellence in student management, assisting others with student management or other behavior challenges as required.
Qualifications:
  • Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
  • Prefer at least one year of related experience in a position such as or similar to an Albemarle County Public Schools Bus Driver.
  • Some experience using computer hardware and software preferred.
Special Requirements:
  • Satisfactory health condition as certified by competent medical authority.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to successfully complete the Virginia Education Department training curriculum for school bus drivers and obtain a Commercial Driver's License with appropriate school bus endorsements within the probationary period.
  • Complete State and County requirements of twenty-four hours of classroom and twenty-four hours of behind-the-wheel instruction.
  • Complete training unique to special needs bus drivers.
  • No reckless driving or driving under the influence convictions within five years and/or fewer than two moving violations within 12 months of employment.
  • Must maintain basic first aid and CPR training certificate and complete the following trainings: eight hours of locally required training unique to special needs bus drivers, child management and behavior modification training, and a minimum of two hours of special needs vehicle equipment training.
Physical Conditions & Nature of Work Contacts:

Work is typically performed inside and around the exterior of a school bus. Frequent bending, stooping, crawling, and climbing to inspect on and under a school bus is necessary. Occasional lifting of at least fifty pounds is required. Person shall have no impairment of the use of a foot, leg, hand, finger, or an arm, and no other structural defects or limitation likely to interfere with the ability to control and safely drive a school bus, and must be able to drive at night.

Must have the physical ability to operate the following controls on a school bus: open and close the service door, which requires up to 25 psi exerted by the right hand and arm; activate the clutch pedal, which requires up to 70 psi exerted by the left foot and leg; operate a manual transmission shift lever, which requires up to 20 psi exerted by the right hand and arm; jump from or climb up to a least 3.5 feet, at the emergency door, to assist in the evacuation of the students.

Occasional operation of vehicles during inclement weather is required. Occasional operation of vehicles for extended or overnight/multi-day trips may be required. Work may take place outside of normal schedule, to include nights, weekends, or holidays. Frequent contact with department staff, school staff, and students is required; occasional contact with parents/guardians and the general public may be required. Occasional meetings with principals and parents may be necessary.

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