Bus Driver 2026-2027 School Year

Russell County School District; Seale (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell County Schools is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to transport students safely on daily routes and special trips. The role requires a CDL Class B with passenger endorsement, safety training, and ability to follow detailed routes while maintaining discipline and reporting incidents promptly.

The position emphasizes adherence to transportation laws, safety regulations, and effective communication with parents, students, and school staff to ensure reliable service and student safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• CDL Class B with passenger endorsement and DMV record.
• Driver training course meeting state/federal standards.
• Pass drug screening as required by policy.
• Meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama laws.
• Pass DOT physical every other year and TB testing every 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely to and from school and on trips.
• Comply with all laws related to bus transportation.
• Observe safety regulations for school buses.
• Maintain discipline and report issues to school administrators.
• Refuel bus according to policies.
• Keep assigned bus clean per policies.
• Follow routes and schedules as assigned.
• Suggest changes to routes or loads as needed.
• Complete pre- and post-trip safety inspections and report defects.
• Discharge students only at authorized stops.
• Transport only authorized students.
• Ensure no smoking, eating, or drinking on bus.
• Instruct students on safety precautions.
• Conduct bus evacuation as required.
• Assist with loading/unloading for exceptional education students.
• Interact professionally with children and staff.
• Report all accidents involving a school bus.
• Communicate effectively with supervisor and staff.
• Follow transportation policies and procedures.
• Communicate with staff, students, parents with tact.
• Maintain attendance, punctuality, and dress standards.
• Uphold safety standards and confidentiality.
• Demonstrate initiative in responsibilities.
• Maintain expertise to meet goals and objectives.
• Participate in training to increase proficiency.
• Keep supervisor informed of problems.
• Respond promptly to inquiries and concerns.
• Exhibit teamwork and support for school goals.
• Identify problems or opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare all required reports and records.
• Perform other tasks consistent with job goals.

Skills

Highway safety

Vehicle operation

Written & oral directions

Discipline techniques

Route adherence

Parent/student communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

RUSSELL COUNTY SCHOOLS
BUS DRIVER
JOB DESCRIPTION

QUALIFICATIONS:

• (1) High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• (2) Valid Alabama Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement and verification of an acceptable driving record through the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
• (3) Successful completion of driver’s training course meeting state and federal standards.
• (4) Must pass a drug screening test as required by federal, state and local policies.
• (5) Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama Statutes and State Board of Education regulations.
• (6) Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical every other year and Tuberculosis (TB) testing every three (3) years.
• (3) Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama Statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of highway and traffic safety. Ability to operate light and/or heavy-duty buses in a safe and economical way. Ability to understand and carry out both written and oral directions. Ability to exercise appropriate disciplinary techniques. Ability to follow a daily routing schedule. Ability to relate and communicate effectively with parents, students and school personnel. Ability to tolerate highly stressful situations. Ability to pass a physical exam as required by Alabama State Board of Education Administrative rules. Ability to complete CPR training and certification if required.

REPORTS TO:

Transportation Supervisor
Principal

JOB GOAL

To transport students in a safe, efficient and timely manner

SUPERVISES:
Bus Aide if assigned

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• * (1) Transport students to and from school and on assigned trips safely and efficiently.
• * (2) Comply with all federal, state and local laws relative to bus transportation.
• * (3) Observe all safety regulations for school buses.
• * (4) Maintain discipline of students and report discipline problems to the school administrators.
• * (5) Fuel bus according to system transportation guidelines/policies.
• * (6) Keep assigned bus clean according to system transportation policies.
• * (7) Follow assigned route and schedule.
• * (8) Recommend to supervisor changes in bus routes or bus loads.
• * (9) Complete pre- and post-trip safety inspections and notify proper authority of mechanical defects and lateness.
• *(10) Discharge students only at authorized stops.
• *(11) Transport only authorized students.
• *(12) Ensure no smoking, drinking or eating on bus.
• *(13) Instruct students in safety precautions and practices.
• *(14) Conduct bus evacuation as required.
• *(15) Be aware of additional duties related to transportation of exceptional education students, such as door-to-door loading and unloading, assisting with wheelchairs, understanding each student’s exceptionality and the development of special loading/unloading procedures.
• *(16) Interact appropriately with children, bus attendants, if applicable, transportation and school personnel.
• *(17) Report all accidents involving a school bus.
• *(18) Communicate well with supervisor, bus attendant, if applicable, and schools.
• *(19) Follow all transportation policies and procedures.
• *(20) Communicate effectively with the staff members, students, parents, administrators and other contact persons using tact and good judgment.
• *(21) Follow attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules.
• *(22) Ensure adherence to good safety standards.
• *(23) Maintain confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
• *(24) Model and maintain high ethical standards.
• *(25) Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• *(26) Maintain expertise in assigned area to fulfill project goals and objectives.
• *(27) Participate successfully in the training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to assignment.
• *(28) Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• *(29) Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
• *(30) Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
• *(31) Demonstrate support for the school system and its goals and priorities.
• *(32) Demonstrate initiative in identifying potential problems or opportunities for improvement.
• *(33) Prepare all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
• *(34) Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system’s approved compensation plan.
Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the system.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Job Description Supplement No. 8

*Essential Performance Responsibilities