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General Responsibilities Reporting to the Specialized Transportation Director, the Driver Trainer position is on an "as needed basis".
Salary:
The hourly compensation range for this position is $28.67 - $34.87 per hour. Offers are made at the entry level of the range.
Assignment:
This position is on an "as needed" basis with the opportunity for flexible/alternative hours. The work is primarily in Clark County, with opportunities in Cowlitz and Klickitat counties (if desired). Work related travel will be reimbursed in accordance with ESD 112 travel policies and procedures.
Regular attendance required: accepting and working full substitute assignments is an expectation of this position.
A complete application will include:
- Complete work history section, including ANY and ALL employment going back 10 years
- At least three professional reference's contact information
- A Cover Letter expressing interest in the position
- A Resume that reflects work experience listed on application
Essential Functions/Other Functions
Essential Function:
- Conduct bus driver training, assuring compliance with state laws and regulations and district policies.
- Maintain training, safety and other transportation records consistent with all federal and state laws, and ESD 112 policies.
- Conduct driving evaluations and retraining programs on an individual basis when necessary.
- Conduct special training programs, i.e. driver responsibilities and techniques, working with special needs students, as well as special tools and equipment.
- Attend the state required Driver Trainer In-Service to maintain Driver Trainer Certification.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships and work well with others, including listening empathetically, developing new employees and motivating staff to do their best.
- Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Other Functions:
- Maintain confidentiality and professional communication with ESD staff and Community Partners.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Hold a valid state class A or B commercial driver's license with "S" and "P1" endorsements and a valid Washington State School bus driver authorization.
- Certificate of Completion of OSPI's School Bus Driver Trainer course and Certificate of Completion of the mandated OSPI annual Driver Trainers In-Service.
- Two years of experience as a school bus driver.
- Hold or be able to obtain within 60 days a valid First Aid card.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience as a bus driver working with special needs students.
- Two years of experience as a school bus driver trainer.
Working Conditions/Employment Requirements
Working Conditions:
- Required to operate and ride school buses under various road conditions.
- Required to set up driving maneuvers using traffic cones and other devices, with frequent lifting, kneeling and bending.
- Required to remain on-call and work flexible hours as necessary.
- Travel throughout the ESD 112 service region as needed.
Employment Requirements:
- Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through the Washington State Patrol and FBI.
- Maintain a valid state class A or B commercial driver's license with "S" and "P1" endorsements and a valid Washington State School bus driver authorization.
- Maintain Certificate of Completion of OSPI's School Bus Driver Trainer course and Certificate of Completion of the mandated OSPI annual Driver Trainers In-Service.
Benefits
We provide a professional yet family-friendly work environment. To that end, our benefits are designed to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families. Full-Time or Part-Time positions working at least 17.5 hours per week are eligible for our standard package of benefits; retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance offered at affordable premiums, we also offer a 25% discount on child care at ECE Child Care centers, tuition reimbursement, credit union membership, an employee assistance program, and much more!
Part-time positions working less than 17.5 hours per week or Temporary positions are not eligible for health benefits or paid leave. Eligibility for retirement is based on length of assignment.
For details please visit: https://www.esd112.org/hr/benefits/ for a summary of the Benefits of Employment. Notice of Non-Discrimination
ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person.
The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
- Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, 360-952-3328, melissa.kreuder@esd112.org
- Title IX Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, 360-952-3529, jeffrey.niess@esd112.org
- ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, 360-952-3529, jeffrey.niess@esd112.org
The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-750-7500.