Bus Driver (Part-Time) - 2025-2026 School Year - August 2025 rate starts at $24.65 per hour

Omaha Public Schools; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated part-time Bus Driver for the 2025-2026 school year. This role involves safely transporting students in various weather conditions and ensuring compliance with all traffic regulations. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting pre-trip inspections, maintaining the vehicle, and assisting students with special needs. The position requires a split shift, and candidates must demonstrate a commitment to safety and professionalism. Join a supportive team that values punctuality and positive interactions with students and staff alike, making a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license.
• Successful completion of the Student Transportation Bus Driver Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students on designated routes and field trips.
• Conduct daily pre-trip inspections and maintain vehicle cleanliness.

Skills

Safe Driving

Time Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to Lift 50 Pounds

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

First Aid/CPR Training

Job description

Hiring For The 2025-2026 School Year

Job Title: Bus Driver (Part-Time)

Location: Student Transportation Center

Reports To: Director, Student Transportation

Work Schedule/FLSA Status: 178 Duty Day as per negotiated agreement/ Non-Exempt

Salary Schedule: This is a part-time position. The position requires a split shift. Working both shifts daily is required.

Position Purpose: Operation of school vehicles under all types of weather conditions; safely transporting students and other authorized persons over school routes according to a time schedule, and on field trips, co-curricular or special trips as authorized by OPS officials. Assists special needs of students including transporting wheelchair-bound students. Conducts bus practice and emergency evacuations. Services, inspects and cleans vehicle and related equipment. Performs and completes daily pre-trip inspections; completes forms, records and reports. Must be willing to drive in the morning and afternoon - split schedule.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
• Must have a High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and minimum of three (3) years driving experience and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Successful completion of the Student Transportation Bus Driver Training Program including: NE DMV - Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), NE DMV – School Bus Driver’s permit, and First Aid/CPR training.
• Must meet OPS insurability requirements.
• Evidence of understanding and willingness to comply with the practices and procedures cited in the Handbook for Transportation Employees.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

• Drives school vehicle safely and professionally.
• Drives school vehicle on scheduled/designated routes.
• Complies with all traffic rules, regulations and ordinances.
• Demonstrates proficiency in handling and maneuvering the vehicle.
• Services, inspects and cleans vehicle and related equipment.
• Maintains control of student passengers within necessary parameters for student safety consistent with school district policy.
• Ability to work with distractions.
• Ability to serve as a positive role model for youth.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Working with and understanding a diverse student population.
• Performs and properly completes daily pre-trip inspection; completes forms, records, and reports as required by federal, state and school district policy.

Additional Duties: Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Equipment: This position may require the ability to use levers, lifts, mechanical tools and cleaning supplies.

Travel: Local travel will be required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
• Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Work in an office environment, school buildings and warehouse setting.
• Ability to lift, move and reposition objects and materials- frequently exerting force equal to lifting fifty (50) pounds.

Interrelations:

• Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors.
• Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor in order to complete day to day tasks.
• Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.
• Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service.

Employee Punctuality and Appearance:

• In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave.
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator.
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of Omaha Public Schools and is appropriate for their position.

Terms of Employment:

This position is treated as a classified part-time non-exempt position. The terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies, as those laws and policies may change from time to time. If your position is represented by a collective bargaining representative, then your employment will also be governed by a negotiated agreement between OPS and that collective bargaining representative.

The offer of employment is contingent upon:

• Obtaining and providing verification of all licenses, certificates, and other requirements for the position (e.g., Paraprofessionals obtaining “Highly Qualified status,” etc.), as identified.
• A background check which demonstrates to OPS that background is acceptable for the position.
• Verification of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (if required for position offered).
• Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required for position offered).
• Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination to determine ability to safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the position.

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities, employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process please contact the human resources department at 531-299-0240.