Bus Driver (Academic Year), #60011157

State of South Carolina; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement benefits

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

The State of South Carolina invites applications for a school transportation role. The successful candidate safely operates school transportation vehicles (bus/car/van) to transport students to and from home, on field trips, and to healthcare or other facilities, ensuring on-time, safe arrivals.

You must comply with all traffic laws and report mechanical issues promptly. This position requires CDL, School Bus Certificate, and DOT Physical, plus a clean driving record and the ability to manage

Qualifications

• Current and valid CDL, School Bus Certificate and DOT Physical.

Responsibilities

• Safely drives bus/car/van to transport students to and from home, on field trips and to health care or other facilities as needed.
• Delivers students to their destination in a safe and timely manner following established routes.
• Obeys all traffic signals and highway regulations that govern the operation of school buses.
• Assists in behavior management of students and ensures supervision at all times.

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Safely drives bus/car/van to transport students to and from home, on field trips and to health care or other facilities as needed. Delivers students to their destination in a safe and timely manner following established routes. Obeys all traffic signals and highway regulations that govern the operation of school buses. Reports any mechanical problems immediately to appropriate personnel. Assist in the behavior management of students; completes or makes sure behavior reports are completed on each student when necessary; ensures that students are picked-up by an authorized party; assures that students are supervised at all times; reports any student problems as well as accomplishments to parents; and assists in assuring all luggage is properly delivered.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

Current and valid CDL, School Bus Certificate and DOT Physical. Requires an acceptable 10 year driving history, under State Fleet Management (SFM) and S. C. Department of Education-Transportation (SCDOE-T) guidelines and policies. Experience in the operation or maintenance of motorized vehicles. Must maintain a valid S.C. Commercial Driver License (CDL) with proper endorsements for school bus operation and current D.O.T. Health Card. Must maintain a good driving record with no more than 4 current points for violations. Will be required to successfully complete Defensive Driving Course (DDC) to comply with State Fleet Management regulations for driving a state vehicle. Must demonstrate the ability to work with clients who are deaf, blind and multi-sensory disabled. Overnight travel as well as weekend work will be required, depending on the bus route assignments. This position may require communication modalities dependent upon employment placement.

Additional Comments

If selected for an interview, please provide verification of your highest level of education (e.i., copy of BA Degree, high school diploma, college transcripts) and if applicable, licensure and/or certification (e.i., nursing licensure, teacher licensure, bus driver certification).

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

01

Do you have a current and valid CDL?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a current School Bus Certificate and up-to-date DOT Physical?

• Yes
• No

03

Have you previously been employed by the SC School for the Deaf and the Blind?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question