School Bus Driver (38-041)

Alamogordo Public Schools; Alamogordo (NM); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamogordo Public Schools in Alamogordo, NM, seeks a qualified school bus driver to provide safe, reliable transportation for students during the school day and related activities. You will identify mechanical or emergency issues and promptly communicate them to the Transportation Director, ensuring on-time service and high customer satisfaction while upholding ethical standards.

The position requires a NM CDL Class B with S & P endorsements (or ability to obtain), a clean driving record, and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid NM CDL Class B with S and P endorsements (or ability to obtain).
• Clean driving record per NM MVD.
• Criminal background check per NM requirements.
• School bus driver physical examination completed.

Responsibilities

• Operate school buses to transport students safely and on time.
• Identify mechanical or emergency issues and report to Transportation Director/Coordinator.
• Maintain ethical behavior with students, staff, and community we serve.

Skills

Positive student communication

Effective staff communication

Ability to perform essential duties

Education

High school diploma

CDL Class B with S & P endorsements

First Aid/CPR certification (preferred)

Job description

Alamogordo Public Schools
Human Resources Department
Street Address: 1211 Hawaii Ave. Building A, Alamogordo, New Mexico 88310
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 650, Alamogordo, New Mexico 88311-0650
Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
www.alamogordoschools.org

Job Snapshot

To provide safe, reliable and efficient transportation service by operating various school buses in transporting passengers to and from school as well as related activities accordance with applicable policies, regulations, and statutes. To identify and communicate mechanical/maintenance and/or emergency situations to the Transportation Director/Coordinator. Assure a safe, on-time service and customer satisfaction and maintaining the highest level of ethical behavior with our customers, fellow employees and community we serve.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of a driving record check through the NM Motor Vehicle Division with a solid safety record
• Successful completion of a criminal background check in accordance with Section 22-10-3, NMSA, 1978 at applicant's expense
• Satisfactory completion of a NM school bus driver's physical examination
• Possess a valid New Mexico commercial driver's license (CDL) Class B for school buses, with S and P endorsements or the ability to obtain one.
• Successful pre-employment screening for drug abuse in accordance with 49 CFR Part 382 at the District's testing lab
• School bus driver experience desired
• Possession of current First Aid/CPR certification where required by State/District/Regulations desired

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Ability to interact and communicate with students in a positive manner
• Ability to perform essential job functions and job task requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and co-workers
• Ability to perform essential job functions and job task requirements

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Position Available

Immediately..

FULL TIME AND PART TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Salary

Nine months (180 days) per contract year and appropriate placement on the Bus Driver Salary Schedule.

Conditions of Employment

Ability to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and, upon an offer of employment, complete an Employee's Statement of Health and submit to a functional capacity evaluation at the District's expense to determine ability to perform job-related functions and fitness for duty. Any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of all background, criminal, and reference investigations.

The Alamogordo Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, disability, handicap, or veteran status in employment or the provision of services. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, educational services, financial aid, and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of PL 92-112, and the Age Discrimination Act may be referred to the Superintendent of the Alamogordo Public Schools. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability and protects qualified applicants and employees with disabilities from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, job training, fringe benefits, and other aspects of employment. The law also requires that covered entities provide qualified applicants and employees with disabilities with necessary, reasonable accommodations that do not impose undue hardship. It is the responsibility of the applicant or employee to inform the Director of Human Resources that an accommodation is needed.