Title: Bus Driver/Van Driver
Typical Schedule: Monday-Friday 9:30 am - 1:30 pm
Reports to: Transportation Supervisor (clerical) and assigned supervisor
Job Objective: Provides authorized transportation services. Note: Safety is the top priority even if delays disrupt the regular schedule.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Meets all school bus driver personnel qualifications and training program requirements described the Ohio Administrative Code 3301-83-06 and 3301-83-10. Meets all prerequisite requirements to be covered by the service center and/or district vehicle insurance policies.
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Available to work a non-traditional schedule and irregular hours. Demonstrates an unyielding committed to defensive driving practice. Exhibits the ability to deal with stressful traffic, weather conditions and passenger distractions.
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Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.
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Documents/maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment.
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Embodies high ethical standards. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.
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Satisfactory pre-employment and ongoing random drug/alcohol test results. · Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., confidence, empathy, etiquette, self control, verbal clarity, etc.).
Physical Demands: Duties may require lifting and managing preschool and special
needs children when necessary.
Note: Employees must obtain training and maintain skills to fulfill compliance
requirements applicable to the position as required by board policy and state/federal
law.
Essential Functions:
1. Provides safe and dependable conveyance of students.
- Performs pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections. Checks safety equipment and first aid supplies.
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Reports equipment concerns and/or malfunctions in writing immediately.
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Assumes responsibility for the interior and exterior cleanliness of the vehicle. Seeks advice when uncertain about product use, storage or disposal procedures. Follows health and safety regulations to clean up blood, body fluids/tissue, chemical spills, hazardous materials, mold, etc. · Fuels the vehicle. Monitors fluid levels (e.g., oil, windshield washer, brake, transmission, etc.).
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Maintains established routes and schedules. Suggests route modifications that improve efficiency.
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Transports only authorized passengers.
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Reports road hazards or other problems that may impede service center services.
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Practices defensive driving. Complies with all motor vehicle laws (e.g., speed limits, complete stops, etc.). Reports traffic citations, accidents, or property damage to the department supervisor.
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Attempts to identify and report vehicles that fail to comply with traffic regulations (e.g., failure to stop for flashing bus lights, passing in prohibited zones, etc.).
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Loads and unloads students at assigned stops. Ensures passengers are seated before the vehicle moves. NOTE: The driver and bus aide/monitor work as a team on wheelchair lift vehicles to secure seat belts, wheelchairs and other mobility equipment.
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Communicates rules to students (i.e., expectations and consequences). Assumes full responsibility for controlling students on the bus. Keeps supervisors informed about behavior concerns.
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Provides assistance as needed when aware of passengers with medical/health considerations.
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Follows member district and service center field trip procedures. Remains available to passengers during trips as instructed.
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Conducts emergency evacuation drills that comply with current state standards.
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Participates in the service center’s bus safety program as directed.
2. Exemplifies professionalism to enhance NwOESC and member district public images.
- Diligently attends to job details. Pursues quality work results. Performs all aspects of the job.
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Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers. Functions as part of a cohesive team.
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Maintains an acceptable attendance record. Provides prompt notice of delays or absences.
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Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
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Respects privacy. Resolutely maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
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Works effectively with minimal supervision. Performs tasks efficiently to meet deadlines.
3. Maintains open/effective communications.
- Refers administrative procedure and policy questions to an appropriate administrator. · Seeks clarification when directives are unclear.
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Resolves issues tactfully. Uses active listening/problem-solving techniques. Respects diversity.
4. Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.
- Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.
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Updates personal skills as needed to effectively utilize task-appropriate technology.
5. Keeps current with emergency management plan procedures.
- Protects program property. Takes precautions to prevent the loss of equipment and supplies.
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Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior. Complies with all legal statutes when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior or suspected child abuse/neglect.
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Upholds high standards for proper conduct. Implements effective pupil management procedures. Uses positive behavioral support techniques to address disruptive student behavior.
6. Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.
- Helps implement workplace initiatives to advance organizational goals.
Performance Evaluation: Employee performance is evaluated according to applicable law, board policies, contractual agreements and service center administrative procedures.
Working Conditions:
NwOESC offers equal employment opportunity without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, military status, national origin, race, religion, sex (including gender identity, pregnancy, and sexual orientation) or any other legally protected category.
Safety is essential to job performance. NwOESC is an alcohol and drug free work environment. Employees must comply with all NwOESC policies, workplace safety regulations and health laws.
This job description is not intended to establish a contract or alter the terms of board authorized employment agreements. Employee benefits, classifications, contract durations, skill sets, wage rates and work schedules may vary by assignment. This summary document describes typical job functions and does not represent an exhaustive list of all possible work responsibilities.
Employee duties may change in response to funding variables, modified operating procedures, program/service revisions, regulatory requirements, technological innovations and unforeseen circumstances.
CONTRACT: 2026-2027 School Year
LOCATION: School districts in the NwOESC Service area (Defiance, Fulton, Henry, and/or Williams Counties)- TBD
DEADLINE: Open Until Filled
SALARY: Based on the adopted salary schedule and the candidate’s experience.
BENEFITS: Paid sick and personal leave, with health, dental, vision, and life insurance available to employees working 25 hours or more per week. Membership in the SERS is included.
APPLY TO: Submit an online application at www.nwoesc.org under Employment Opportunities. https://nwoesc.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
