School Bus Driver Instructor Supervisor

Garden Grove Unified School District; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 22 paid vacation days per year

Up to 14 paid holidays per year

Up to 12 sick leave days per year with

Social Security coverage

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

CalPERS retirement

Job summary

Garden Grove Unified School District is seeking a qualified individual to plan, organize, conduct, and supervise a comprehensive school bus driver training and safety program. The role ensures drivers meet local, state, and federal standards through classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction.

The candidate will supervise instructors, coordinate in-service training, and maintain training records while collaborating with CHP, DMV, and other officials to uphold safe operation standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of experience operating vehicles requiring a Class A or B CDL; two years on a school bus (SPAB).
• One year of experience training bus drivers (classroom and behind-the-wheel).
• Part-time experience considered and adjusted appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and oversee the school bus driver training and safety program.
• Conduct original and renewal classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training per regulations.
• Supervise and evaluate School Bus Driver Instructor(s) and Trainers.
• Provide in-service and remedial training for district bus drivers as needed.

Skills

Teaching/training

Safety training

Communication

Supervision

Recordkeeping

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND DISTRICT EMPLOYEES

THIS ELIGIBILITY LIST WILL BE GOOD FOR SIX (6) MONTHS

WE ARE ONLY ACCEPTING ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR THIS RECRUITMENT

JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, plans, organizes, conducts, and supervises a school bus driver training and safety program; reviews and evaluates school bus drivers' training ensuring a high standard of performance is maintained; and performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Plans, organizes, and oversees a school bus driver training and safety program.
• Plans, organizes, and conducts original and renewal classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training in accordance with established local, state, and federal regulations.
• Supervises, trains, and evaluates the work of School Bus Driver Instructor(s) and School Bus Delegated Trainers.
• Plans, organizes, and provides in-service training for district bus drivers and remedial training, as required; and may provide training to other department staff as needed.
• Identifies departmental training needs including in-service, renewal, and remedial training.
• Maintains driver records; prepares and submits a variety of reports related to the California Highway Patrol, Department of Motor Vehicles, Department of Transportation, and California Department of Education.
• Establishes and maintains a safety training program for school bus drivers and annual training for emergency bus evacuations.
• Initiates and implements the administration of the district's random drug testing program for school bus drivers and safety sensitive personnel as required.
• Investigates accidents involving school buses and prepares reports and recommendations regarding appropriate corrective measures and accident prevention programs; may investigate accidents involving district vehicles.
• Consults with the California Highway Patrol concerning regulations governing school bus operations, original and renewal testing appointments, and school bus accidents.
• Participates in local driving instructor groups to maintain up-to-date knowledge of rules and regulations in the student transportation field.
• Maintains and updates training manuals and materials.
• May provide input in the evaluation of school bus drivers and bus drivers required to take remedial training.
• May assist in the review of bus routes, runs, and stops to monitor and ensure safety compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• May drive school buses over designated routes according to established schedules as needed.

Education and Experience

Graduation from high school or equivalent. Five years of experience operating vehicles requiring a Class A or B commercial driver license, two years of which must include driving a school bus or School Pupil Activity Bus (SPAB). One year of experience training bus drivers, including both classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction, is required. Part-time experience will be considered and adjusted appropriately. Any other combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATE

Must possess and maintain a valid Class A or B California Driver License with a passenger endorsement and remain insurable at the standard insurance market rate. Must possess and maintain a valid School Bus Driver Certificate, with no equipment limitations, issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). Must possess and maintain a valid School Bus Driver Instructor Certificate with no limitations issued by the California Department of Education Office of Student Transportation.

Candidates must submit a recent (within the last 30 days) original DMV driving record (K4, DMV Print Out) by the oral rating exam.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of

• Laws and regulations governing the operation of school buses including California Code of Regulations Title 13, vehicle and education codes.
• Principles, methods, and techniques for the training of school bus drivers.
• Safe and defensive driving practices and procedures.
• Recordkeeping and report preparation techniques.

Ability to

• Read, interpret, apply, and clearly explain laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Teach others to drive school buses safely and effectively.
• Conduct studies and prepare reports.
• Plan, organize, and conduct school bus driver training and safety programs.
• Review and evaluate bus drivers' performance, including compliance with regulations and laws regarding the operation of school buses.
• Supervise and train assigned staff.
• Follow verbal and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Use a computer to keep records and prepare reports and documents.
• Maintain effective working relationships with bus drivers, school and district staff, California Highway Patrol, state and local officials, and other school districts relative to bus driver training.

Applications will be accepted from the general public and district employees who possess the above qualifications. The district reserves the right to invite applicants whose qualifications most closely meet the requirements needed for the position to continue in the examination process. The examination may consist of an evaluation of training and experience, multiple choice, performance, and oral/technical exams. Persons needing reasonable accommodation must notify the Office of Personnel Services by the last day to file. A qualifying score must be achieved on all portions of the examination in order to be placed on the open eligibility list. Outside and district candidates will be placed on one ranked list, with eligible permanent district employees receiving five seniority points which will be added to their final scores.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Garden Grove Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, immigration and citizenship status, military status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Copies of GGUSD's policies including Uniform Complaint Procedures, Sexual Harassment Nondiscrimination, Title IX Rights and Protection and Statewide Resources are available upon request.

Questions or complaints of alleged discrimination, harassment, intimidation, bullying, and equity should be directed to the Assistant Superintendent of K-12 Educational Services, Tanya Avina, at [e-mail] or [phone]. Title IX equity and compliance concerns should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator - Chris Francis, Director of Personnel Services, at [e-mail] or [phone]. Complaints may be mailed to 10331 Stanford Avenue, Garden Grove, CA 92840.

Pupils have the right to a free public education, regardless of immigration status or religious beliefs. More information about these rights is available from the California Attorney General, Know Your Rights. Contact the district office to learn more about Title IX and Sex Discrimination/Harassment including how to file a complaint.

VETERAN'S CREDIT

Veterans shall have an additional five (5) points added to their final percentage score on an open eligibility list as prescribed by Education Code, Section 45296. "Veteran" as used in this article means any person who has served in the United States armed forces in time of war, or national emergency declared by the President of the United States of America, and who has been discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable. "Armed forces" means the United States Air Force, Army, Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard. At least thirty (30) days of active service are required to obtain veteran preference points.

Disabled veterans shall have an additional ten (10) points added to their final percentage score on an open eligibility list as prescribed by Education Code, Section 45296. A "disabled veteran" as used in this article means any veteran who is currently declared by the United States Veterans Administration to be ten percent (10%) or more disabled as a result of service in the Armed Forces of the United States. Proof of disability shall be deemed conclusive if it is of record in the United States Veterans Administration.

Additional eligibility may be granted based on future changes to the law and verification from the Veteran's Administration or the United States Office of Personnel Management.

In order to obtain credit, the applicant shall furnish satisfactory proof of qualifying military service prior to establishment of the eligibility list. No adjustment of rank on the list shall be made when such proof is presented thereafter.

A veteran may be credited veterans' preference points only to obtain initial employment in the district. Thereafter, the only additional points for an open examination shall be seniority points granted in accord with section 4220.3(C)2.

HIRING PROCEDURES

Garden Grove is a merit system (civil service) school district. Employment and promotions are based upon merit, fitness and qualifications. The person selected to fill any regular position will be from among the top three ranks on the eligibility list approved by the Personnel Commission. All regular employees will serve a six (6) month probation.

EXAMINATION FOR TUBERCULOSIS

Proof of freedom from active tuberculosis must be furnished prior to employment and must be based upon an intradermal Mantoux tuberculin skin test completed within the last 60 days.

FINGERPRINTING

All new employees will be fingerprinted.

BENEFITS

All classified employees receive the following:

• Up to 22 paid vacation days per year
• Up to 14 paid holidays per year
• Up to 12 sick leave days per year with unlimited accumulation
• Social Security coverage

All regular classified employees who are employed 30 hours or more a week are eligible for the following additional benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for the employee
• Life Insurance for the employee
• Generous Retirement Plan (CalPERS)

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/MERIT SYSTEM EMPLOYER

9701.89 (Revised: 7/26)