Description Current Vacancy: 1 - Bus Driver position for 8.0 hours per day (6:30am-4:00pm Split Shift), 183 workdays per year Currently testing for an eligibility list at this time which will be used to fill vacancies for up to one year.
Drive with Purpose - Help Students Get There Safely!Do you enjoy driving, working with children, and making a positive impact in your community? Are you dependable, safety-conscious, and committed to providing excellent service? Oxnard School District is seeking dedicated and responsible Bus Drivers to join our Transportation Services team! As a Bus Driver, you'll play an important role in helping students arrive at school safely, on time, and ready to learn. Your professionalism and commitment to safety will make a difference in the lives of students and families every day. Examples of Duties What You'll DoTransport Students Safely
- Operate a school bus along designated routes and schedules.
- Safely pick up, transport, and drop off students.
- Assist students with boarding, exiting, and crossing roadways.
- Transport students and staff on field trips and other school activities.
Maintain Safety & Student Well-Being
- Conduct daily vehicle safety inspections and report mechanical concerns.
- Maintain appropriate student behavior and a safe, orderly environment.
- Respond to emergencies and follow established safety procedures.
- Communicate professionally with students, families, school staff, and transportation personnel.
Keep Operations Running Smoothly
- Maintain accurate transportation, mileage, and incident records.
- Keep assigned buses clean and in safe operating condition.
- Communicate with dispatch regarding routes, schedules, and road conditions.
Employment Standards Required Licenses & Certifications
- Valid California Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake endorsements.
- Current DL-51a Medical Examiner's Certificate.
- California Special Driver Certificate designated for School Bus, without restrictions for Air Brakes and/or Conventional Type-II buses only.
- Valid First Aid Certificate, if applicable.
- Ability to be insured and remain insurable under the District's liability insurance coverage.
Desirable Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience as a school bus driver.
This classification has been designated as safety-sensitive in accordance with the drug and alcohol testing requirements adopted by the District pursuant to Board Policy.
Failure to attach and submit the documents indicated above will result in your application being considered incomplete and rejected.Supplemental Information This is a Dual certification recruitment: Candidates who attain a passing score on each examination part will be placed in rank order on an eligibility list after promotional credits are added to the composite test scores of promotional candidates. These examinations are open to permanent employees and the public.
Why Join Oxnard School District?
- Make a meaningful difference in students' daily lives.
- Become part of a dedicated transportation team.
- Help provide safe and reliable transportation for our school community.
- Take pride in supporting student attendance and educational success.
Ready to Drive with Purpose? Click the Classification below for the full job description and duties Bus Driver
The Board of Education is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in district programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital, pregnancy, parental status, reproductive health, decision making, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, veteran or military status, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE: The Oxnard School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying in any programs or activities based on ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, national origin, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis prohibited by state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. The following employees are designated to handle questions and complaints: The following employee has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Dr. Scott Carroll, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Title IX Coordinator/Equity Compliance Officer, 1051 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030, (805) 385-1501, scarroll@oxnardsd.org DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONRequests for reasonable accommodations for the testing process must be made no less than three (3) days prior to the examination. Requests must be signed by your medical doctor, school psychologist, or learning consultant as appropriate and must be on provider letterhead and contain an actual signature.Benefits Come Join Our Team!
- Follow your child's school schedule (non work days for summer, winter, spring break)
- Professional Growth Awards Program
- up to 16 paid holidays
- Minimum of 6 vacation days
- Monday-Friday work schedule
- Retirement security-CalPERS pension
Click on the link Benefits Guide to access benefit guides:
The following information is a brief summary of the medical benefits provided.Self-Insured Schools of California (SISC) and Blue Cross (PPO) Choice of contract or non-contract physicians. Dependent Coverage: Spouse and unmarried children to age 19 or to age 25 if full time student. OR Kaiser (HMO) Need a Primary Care provider. Dependant Coverage: Spouse and unmarried children to age 19 or to age 25 if a student. AND Delta Dental Benefits are payable at 100% in PPO network or 50% out of network of covered charges for benefits received during the first calendar year of eligibility. AND
Vision Service Plan (VSP)covers one vision examination and one set of lenses each twelve month period. VSP will make an allowance toward the cost of "Elective Contact Lenses." AND Prudential Life Insurance $10,000/member and $1,500/Dependents