This is a full-time 1 FTE/8 hours per day position working on the CL-12 (12 months per school year) schedule.

In order to support students and families, the essential functions of this position may require physical presence in the workplace. All public health protocols will be followed.

Teaches and conducts driver training and driver improvement programs including initial and continuing courses for bus drivers, teachers, and District maintenance workers.

Essential Functions:

1. Conduct the initial training program for new bus drivers to attain State certification including DMV Class 2 licensing, School Bus Core I,II,III, & IV, Advanced Core, Defensive Driving Course, and First Aid.
2. Conduct the required continuing training program to maintain School Bus Drivers' licensing and to develop the Driver's skill level to its maximum.
3. Conduct State and District required training and licensing for non-transportation personnel including teachers and coaches who drive school vans, Class 3 licensing, and remedial training for problem drivers.
4. Maintain Driver improvement programs, including safe driving, school bus safety exercise, Assertive Discipline and public image.
5. Assist in the investigation and resolution of complaints regarding driver performance, pupil behavior, bus routing or stop locations. Interview driver, observe performance and pupil behavior, contact complainant or parent; evaluate and modify routes considering route path, stop locations, blind corners, narrow roads, safe crossings, traffic density, and road obstacles.
6. Conduct employee evaluation for Bus Drivers' job performance with specific recommendations to Assistant Transportation Manager regarding improvement, advancement, or discipline.
7. Investigate and review accidents; organize, schedule, and participate in safety committee review of all accidents to determine if "preventable".
8. Conduct remedial training for Drivers involved in preventable accidents.
9. Conduct school bus rider safety education programs in all the schools for District students. Explain and demonstrate use and function of safety equipment, emergency rules,evacuation methods, and proper boarding and exiting procedures.
10. Maintain Driver training and certification files to support Department of Motor Vehicle licensing and State Department of Education licensing and to maintain District standardization.
11. Perform emergency relief bus driving as assigned.
12. Perform other related work as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Certified by the State Department of Education as a School Bus Driver Instructor; certified by the Department of Motor Vehicles as a Class 2 examiner.
2. Comprehensive Knowledge of Driver certification requirements and ability to develop training courses specific to District needs.
3. Comprehensive knowledge of driving skills, safety practices, and emergency procedures required for safe and effective student transportation.
4. Ability to present course material and instruct a class group. Ability to assess Driver performance and determine appropriate remedial training, to motivate a change in inadequate performance, and to recognize potentially inadequate Drivers when training.
5. Ability to interact with and instruct many different levels of coaches, teachers, and administrators.
6. Thorough knowledge of the local geographic region, school locations, District bus routes, and transportation equipment.
7. Highly developed oral and written communication skills. Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to work under pressure of deadlines and frequent interruptions.
8. Ability to operate all District vehicles at a fully functional level; ability to operate wheelchair lifts, movie projectors, video cameras, and current office technology and equipment (e.g., computer systems, fax, copiers, etc.)
9. Experience differentiatitng practices for diverse populations.
10. Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse students, staff, and community populations.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Possession of a valid State of Oregon School Bus Driver's License and a Class 2 Driver's License Examiner's Certificate.
2. Licensure as an instructor for School Bus Driver Certification program by the State Department of Education.
3. Possession of a valid certification as an instructor for First Aid and Defensive Driving.
4. Three years' experience as a Bus Driver.
5. Some college level course work in Personnel or Business Management is preferred.
6. Bilingual proficiency and/or multicultural experience strongly preferred.

To view the complete job description visit: https://www.4j.lane.edu/hr/jobdescriptionsandclassif/classifieddescriptions/

Additional Information:

Upon offer of employment applicants must obtain a fingerprint clearance from the Oregon State Police Department and the FBI through a process authorized by the Eugene School District 4J. Applicants would be responsible for the one-time fingerprint clearance fee.

An Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

The Eugene School District 4J does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity in admission or access to the treatment of employment in its programs and activities as required by state and federal law. If you have any complaints, please contact the HR Department at (541) 790-7670.

It is the District's policy to provide qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with applicable law. Applicants wishing to claim veterans' preference must provide the following military documents verifying their eligibility:

Veterans : A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge OR a letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs indicating the applicant receives a non-service connected pension.

Disabled Veterans : A copy of the applicant's Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (a federal DD Form 214 or 215), which shows character of service upon discharge AND a copy of the applicants veteran's disability preference letter from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (unless the information is included on the DD Form 214 or 215).

For veterans' preference to apply, the required military documents must be submitted to the District at the time of application submission.