Bus Driver

Seaside; Seaside, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Oregon state retirement

Paid time off: 1 sick day per month; 2

Job summary

Seaside School District in Seaside, Oregon is seeking a Bus Driver (0.75 FTE) to transport students on regular routes and field trips, maintain safety, and monitor student behavior.

Requirements include a high school diploma, valid Oregon CDL with school bus endorsement, background check, drug/alcohol assessment, and a school bus certificate; candidates should be reliable and able to communicate with staff and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Criminal history clearance (background and HB 2062).
• Valid Oregon Commercial Driver’s License, with proper endorsement for operating a school bus, Oregon Department of Education School Bus Driver’s Certificate, and evidence of insurability.
• Pass an Employment Drug & Alcohol Assessment, and
• Pass a school bus driver physical.

Responsibilities

• Drives buses and vans on regular routes, activity trips, and field trips in a variety of weather conditions.
• Monitors and guides student behavior, enforces school and safety rules, and maintains order among student passengers.
• M akes student referrals to supervisors, teachers and school administrators as needed.
• Performs daily vehicle checks, daily bus cleaning and fuels vehicles as needed.
• Operates accessories such as fire extinguishers, highway warning kits, tire chains, and first aid kits.
• Reads and follows maps and oral and written directions.
• On time for assignments and ready for work.
• Communicates regularly with office support, trainers, dispatch functions regarding assignments and schedules.
• Interacts regularly with routing team to maintain up-to-date and accurate route and student information.
• M akes mechanical and repair referrals, and provides information to mechanic as needed.
• Informs students of vehicle regulations, safety procedures, and conducts safety drills as required.
• Exercises sound judgment in varying weather conditions, on various surfaces and changing traffic conditions.
• Maintains concentration and patience in frequently noisy conditions and challenging, congested traffic environments.
• Completes and files reports and other required documents in an accurate and timely manner.
• Participates in district required meetings and training activities as required.
• Maintains the appropriate amount of classroom hours for a school bus certificate.
• Works well with others, communicating effectively (orally and in writing) with students, parents, and staff.
• Maintain concentration during frequent and prolonged talking/hearing conversations, reporting concerns as needed.

Skills

High school diploma

Criminal history clearance

Computer/Technology skills

Previous school bus driving experience

Education

Oregon CDL with school bus endorsement

HB 2062 background check

School Bus Driver’s Certificate (ODE)

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning
Monday, August 10, 2026 12:00 AM
(Pacific Standard Time)

Bus Driver

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Bus Driver (0.75 FTE)

POSITION SUMMARY: The primary purpose of this position is to transport students to and from school, home and activity destinations in a timely and safe manner. Emphasis will be on following regulations for safe operation and maintaining order among student passengers. Full job description available upon request.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Criminal history clearance (background and HB 2062).
• Valid Oregon Commercial Driver’s License, with proper endorsement for operating a school bus, Oregon Department of Education School Bus Driver’s Certificate, and evidence of insurability.
• Pass an Employment Drug & Alcohol Assessment, and
• Pass a school bus driver physical.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic computer/Technology skills.
• Previous school bus or passenger driving experience

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drives buses and vans on regular routes, activity trips, and field trips in a variety of weather conditions.
• Monitors and guides student behavior, enforces school and safety rules, and maintains order among student passengers.
• Makes student referrals to supervisors, teachers and school administrators as needed.
• Performs daily vehicle checks, daily bus cleaning and fuels vehicles as needed.
• Operates accessories such as fire extinguishers, highway warning kits, tire chains, and first aid kits.
• Reads and follows maps and oral and written directions. On time for assignments and ready for work.
• Communicates regularly with office support, trainers, dispatch functions regarding assignments and schedules.
• Interacts regularly with routing team to maintain up-to-date and accurate route and student information.
• Makes mechanical and repair referrals, and provides information to mechanic as needed.
• Informs students of vehicle regulations, safety procedures, and conducts safety drills as required.
• Exercises sound judgment in varying weather conditions, on various surfaces and changing traffic conditions.
• Maintains concentration and patience in frequently noisy conditions and challenging, congested traffic environments.
• Completes and files reports and other required documents in an accurate and timely manner.
• Participates in district required meetings and training activities as required.
• Maintains the appropriate amount of classroom hours for a school bus certificate.
• Works well with others, communicating effectively (orally and in writing) with students, parents, and staff.
• Maintain concentration during frequent and prolonged talking/hearing conversations, reporting concerns as needed.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Works a school year calendar, approximately 184 days at 0.75 FTE. Salary based on OSEA negotiated agreement (Code 11 - $24.71 - $28.61/hr). Excellent benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance and Oregon state retirement. Paid time off includes one sick day per month worked and two personal days, pro-rated per school year. Benefit information can be found at www.seasidek12.org/benefits . Open until filled.

The Seaside School District, in support of employment practices free of barriers to disabled individuals and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of1990, provides reasonable accommodations necessary upon request and appropriate notice. For further information or assistance, contact the Director of Special Services at [phone]. Speech/hearing impaired individuals may reach the District through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1(800)735-2900.

2600 Spruce Drive, Suite 100
Seaside, OR 97138
503-738-5591
503-738-3471
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