Driver: Van

Anne Arundel County Public Schools; Pasadena (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Anne Arundel County Public Schools Transportation Lot Office – Pasadena, Maryland is seeking a Van Driver to transport special education students to and from schools. Responsibilities include daily pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections, reporting any mechanical issues, and ensuring student safety during transport.

The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and three years of related driving experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
• Three (3) years related driving experience with a valid operator's license required.
• Some knowledge of dealing with special needs students preferred.
• Ability to pass non-commercial DOT physical.
• CDL class B with P and S endorsement preferred; and DL Class C non-commercial required.

Responsibilities

• Operates a school vehicle transporting students.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections and reports defects.
• Drives safely and follows traffic laws and regulations.
• Transports and discharges only authorized students.
• Maintains discipline aboard the vehicle and reports misbehavior.
• Adheres to schedules and routes; reports delays to supervisors.
• Notifies appropriate persons in case of breakdowns or accidents.
• Attends in-service training and performs other related duties.

Skills

Patience with special needs students

Cooperation with staff, students, and?

Effective communication with diverse

Education

High School Diploma or EquivalencyCertificate

Tools

MS Office

Video/Web Conferencing

Job description

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Job Description

Title Code:

Van Driver

JOB SUMMARY
Operates an alternative school vehicle in transporting comprehensive and special education students to and from schools. Work involves responsibility for making daily pre-trip, post trip and safety inspection; notifying appropriate persons in case of mechanical breakdowns, delays, or accidents; and completing required forms or reports as designated.
Additional Work Days/Hours
Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

• Ability to work flexible schedules
• Extended hours
• Inclement weather conditions
• Overtime as needed
• Summer hours

Job Details

Job ID: 5959369

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: To Be Determined

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates a school vehicle in transporting students.
• Makes pre-trip and post trip safety inspections before and after operation; and reports mechanical defects to repair shop personnel, accordingly.
• Drives vehicle in a safe and prudent manner, obeying all State and local traffic laws and Transportation Division Regulations.
• Transports and discharges only authorized students at designated schools/locations.
• Maintains discipline of students aboard the alternative school vehicle; and reports cases of misbehavior or other problems to school administration/Transportation officials.
• Adheres to and maintains assigned work schedules and designated routes. Reports any prolonged traffic delays and/or lateness to supervisors.
• Notifies appropriate persons in case of mechanical breakdowns.
• Reports all accidents and completes required report as instructed.
• Attends in-service training as prescribed under COMAR 13.a.06.07.09B and as conducted by the Transportation Division.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.

Experience

• Three (3) years related actual driving experience during which time a valid operator's license was held required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Some knowledge of and/or experience in dealing with special needs students preferred.
• Ability to pass non-commercial Department of Transportation (DOT) physical required.
• Ability to exercise considerable patience and to assist special needs students during their transportation to and from school.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff, students, and parents.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred).

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Upon hire, Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination (Annual) issued by a licensed medical examiner listed on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Registry required.
• Hold or be eligible for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification issued by American Heart Association, Inc (AHA) or American Red Cross authorized training centers preferred; and
• Hold or be eligible for First Aid Certification issued by American Heart Association, Inc (AHA) or American Red Cross authorized training centers preferred.
• Hold or be eligible for Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification issued by AACPS/Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) preferred.
• Hold or be eligible for Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with Passenger Transport (P) and School Bus Authorized (S) endorsement (Maryland) issued by Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA) preferred.
• Upon hire, Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required; and
• Proof of a good driving record required.
• Daily access to reliable transportation.

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
• Board Vehicle

Career Ladder Requirements

Qualification Requirements for Employment in Higher Grade as a New Hire or Transfer requires:

• Two (2) additional years successful experience required.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with Passenger Transport (P) and School Bus Authorized (S) endorsement (Maryland) issued by Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA) required.

Eligibility for Consideration for Advancement from Lower Grade to Higher Grade requires:

• Two (2) years continuous successful experience in the position at the Lower Grade level.
• Mastery of all responsibilities and duties of the position.
• Evidence of completion of additional training that may be recommended by supervisor and/or participation in approved professional development programs or courses, approved in advance by the supervisor. Successful completion of a minimum of one professional development within the last two years is required. Successful completion of job specific professional developments identified on the job description, performance evaluations and/or the supervisor's documented recommendation are required.
• Achievement of identified goals as they relate to the needs of the district and as established by the supervisor.
• Consistent maintenance of an effective and orderly work environment.
• Consistent compliance with general office procedures such as standards contained in the AACPS Employee Handbook; demonstration of discretion and excellent customer service; regular and punctual attendance; and building dress code, including wearing AACPS ID badge.
• Above Satisfactory overall job performance for the two most recent consecutive years of Probationary and Performance Ratings. Probationary Ratings completed after January 2, 2024 will be accepted.
• Letter of Recommendation written by the supervisor.

Additional Requirements for Advancement from Lower Grade to Higher Grade requires:

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with Passenger Transport (P) and School Bus Authorized (S) endorsement (Maryland) issued by Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA) required.

Leadership Role

• N/A

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Physical Demands

• Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Sitting: over 2/3 of the time
• Keyboarding: under 1/3 of the time
• Pushing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Pulling: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Reaching (with hands and/or arms): under 1/3 of the time
• Balancing: over 2/3 of the time
• Stooping: under 1/3 of the time
• Bending: under 1/3 of the time
• Twisting: under 1/3 of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Repetitive Motions: over 2/3 of the time
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: over 2/3 of the time
• Driving: over 2/3 of the timeAs required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Color vision (ability to identify/distinguish colors)
• Peripheral vision
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus
• Office, school or similar indoor environment: under 1/3 of the time
• Outdoor environment: over 2/3 of the time
• Street environment (near moving traffic): over 2/3 of the time
• Confined space: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Temperature Change: over 2/3 of the time

Exposure

• Outdoor weather conditions: over 2/3 of the time
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time
• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time

Weight & Force

• More than 100 pounds: under 1/3 of the time

Travel Requirements

• 80% daily day travel within the community

Job Information

Approved Date: 10/1/2026

Established Date: 6/1/2022

Title Code: E03509

Title: DRIVER: VAN

Alternate Title: Driver: Van

Reports to Generic: Senior Manager

Reports to Specific: MANAGER SENIOR: OPERATIONS TRANSPORTATION

Organization

Division: Operations

Business Unit: Transportation

Department: Transportation Operations

Negotiated Agreement: American Federation of State, County, & Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

HR Job Information

Unit: III

Days Worked: 260

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Grade: AG09;AG10

Months Worked: 12

Hours Worked: 8

Job Family: Transportation Services

Sub-Function: Bus/Van Drivers/Assistants

VR 27069

Position Type: 1.00 FTE

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Equal Opportunity Employer

Anne Arundel County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in matters affecting employment or in providing access to programs on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or disability.For more information, contact:Anne Arundel County Public SchoolsDivision of Human Resources, 2644 Riva Road, Annapolis, MD 21401.410-222-5061 TDD 410-222-5000 or Email Recruitment

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 2644 Riva Road
• Annapolis, Maryland 21401
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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