Bus Driver - Substitute - WASHOUGAL School District

District wide 

As needed - when regular bus driver is absent

Rate of pay: $23.92 per hour

Purpose Statement:

The Washougal School District is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a highly qualified workforce that appreciates the diversity of our community and is committed to practices that are responsive to the needs of all students and families. The Washougal School District desires inclusive schools and classrooms that celebrate the diversity of our school and community. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of the world.  

Sub Bus Driver Essential Functions

• Advises and trains students and other passengers on appropriate behavior for the purpose of enforcing regulations to maintain 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 students and other passengers for the purpose of providing safe loading and unloading from buses including both emergency situations and normal transport.
• Attends meetings, trainings, etc. for the purpose of maintaining and/or learning new skills and meeting the certificate requirement/s of a school bus driver.
• Cleans vehicles, both interior and exterior for the purpose of ensuring safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle.
• Communicates with school personnel, parents, etc. of events and/or practices (e.g. scheduled stops, established routes, route conditions, student issues, etc.) for the purpose of advising them of issues that may require action.
• Conducts emergency evacuation drills for the purpose of ensuring efficiency of procedures and complying with mandated requirements.
• Drives school bus/s (e.g. use of tire chains, various road conditions, etc.) for the purpose of transporting passengers over scheduled routes to and from school and/or in a safe and timely manner.
• Fuels vehicle (e.g. oil, water, fuel, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining vehicle in a safe operating condition.
• 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 documents and reports (e.g. field trips reports, incident reports, inspection records, passenger misconduct, mileage logs, student counts, routing information, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
• Reports observations and/or incidents (e.g. discipline, accidents, inappropriate social behavior, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate personnel.
• Responds to inquiries (e.g. students, parents, other school personnel, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or direction.
• Supervises students and other passengers during transit for the purpose of maintaining safety, order, and rights and following district policy.

Other Functions

• Assists other personnel as needed 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 skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating equipment used in transporting students i.e. large and small buses, vans, etc.; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.  Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes:  safety practices and procedures; pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; and area streets and locations.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and consider a number of factors when using 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 diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize job-related equipment.  In working with others, independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans.  Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guideline; and problem solving with equipment is moderate.   Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; communicating with diverse groups; and maintaining a positive attitude. 

Responsibility

Responsibilities include:  working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; providing information and/or advising others; operating within a defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to impact the Organization’s services. 

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following

Physical demands:  occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.  Generally the job requires 80% sitting, 15% walking, and 5% standing.  The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and some hazardous condition.

Education   High School diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing                                 Certificates & Licenses

Pre-employment Proficiency Test          Valid Driver’s License with Class B w/school bus endorsement

Pre-employment Drug Test                    DOT Medical Card

                                                              Valid First Aid Certificate

Continuing Educ./Training                 Clearances

Annual Driver In-Service                       WA State Misconduct Clearance

                                                              Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance

FLSA Status                                                    Salary Grade

Non Exempt                                                                 Sch A Transportation – Driver

POSTED:  February 6, 2024

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Washougal School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Civil Rights Coordinator: Aaron Hansen, 4855 Evergreen Way, Washougal WA 98671, (360) 954-3050;
Title IX Officer: Aaron Hansen, 4855 Evergreen Way, Washougal WA 98671, (360) 954-3050;
Section 504 Coordinator: Connor McCroskey, 4855 Evergreen Way, Washougal WA 98671, (360) 954-3020.