The School Bus Driver is responsible for safely operating the school bus according to a daily schedule.  He/she must ensure the school bus is in good operating condition at all times, maintain order and security on the bus and obey all laws, regulations and rules of conduct. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees the loading and unloading of students, releasing students to authorized individuals
• Transporting students and staff to and from a variety of school sites/field trips.
• Attentive to traffic and weather conditions while staying on schedule and ensuring safety of passengers
• Maintains order to insure safety of passengers
• Documents  and reports disciplinary cases
• Conducts established safety and operational inspection of vehicle prior to use
• Reports any known mechanical repairs
• Maintains a variety of records and reports including but not limited to mileage, routing and time schedules
• Attends meetings, programs and in-service trainings as assigned
• Maintains current required licenses and certificates
• Notifies appropriate individuals of any delays in scheduled route
• Assists with some administrative and basic maintenance duties as assigned by supervisor
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

REQUIREMENTS

• A valid State of Maryland CDL-PS ( passenger and school bus endorsements preferred)
• Valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate (DOT card)
• CPR certification preferred
• Three year driving history (can be obtained from MVA)
• Background Check
• Drug and alcohol screening
• Ability to read and interpret a map
• Ability to establish and maintain proper conduct and safety of passengers on the  school bus
• Ability to exercise good judgment and extreme caution while operating a school bus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, some standing, walking, sitting, bending and carrying of light items such as books and papers is required. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as classrooms, offices, meeting and training rooms, etc. The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position description may not describe all duties, responsibilities and skills associated with this position. It is intended to portray the major aspects of the job and is not meant to be all inclusive. Other duties or skills may be required.