School Bus Safety Coordinator - Provisional (opens in new window/tab)

Nassau BOCES; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Provisional School Bus Safety Coordinator to oversee and enhance the safety program for school transportation. This role involves training bus drivers, monitoring safety compliance, and implementing effective safety policies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of transportation laws and regulations, along with the ability to foster positive relationships with staff and drivers. Join a dedicated team committed to ensuring the safety of students while enjoying a fulfilling career in the education sector.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school and three years of experience in transporting school children.
• Possession of a valid NYS Class B Driver's License with P and S endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and monitors the school bus safety program.
• Trains and tests new and experienced bus drivers.
• Maintains driver records and ensures compliance with regulations.

Skills

Knowledge of Article 19A of the Motor Vehicle and Traffic Law

Ability to establish effective working relationships

Ability to express oneself effectively

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

New York State Class B Driver's License

Job description

Openings as of 3/21/2025

Provisional School Bus Safety Coordinator JobID: 1810

• Position Type: Classified Staff/ SCHOOL BUS SAFE COOR
• Date Posted: 12/3/2024
• Location: Multiple Locations - Transportation
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: 05/18/2025

Applicants - Please note that it is required that you are either on an active competitive list or have the qualifications to be provisional in that title.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Coordinates, implements and monitors the BOCES school bus safety program, including training and testing new and experienced bus drivers; performs related duties as required.

COMPLEXITY OF DUTIES: Under general supervision, the duties require the use of judgment in coordinating, implementing and monitoring the BOCES school bus safety program, including training and testing new and experienced bus drivers.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

1. Coordinates, implements and monitors the BOCES school bus safety program.
2. Trains and tests new and experienced bus drivers.
3. Monitors driver accuracy in following run sheets.
4. Responds to complaints concerning school bus safety and scheduling inconsistencies.
5. Maintains driver records for conformance with Article 19A of the New York State Motor Vehicle and Traffic Law and Commissioner of Education Regulations concerning pupil transportation.
6. Conducts on-the-road and written examinations of school bus drivers in accordance with Article 19A of the Motor Vehicle and Traffic Law.
7. Assists the Supervisor of Transportation and/or administration in the formulation of school bus safety policies and routing.
8. Assists in coordinating the School Bus Driver Safety Program for Nassau BOCES.
9. Reports any unsafe practices observed in the transporting of children.
10. Recommends purchase of new equipment, as required.
11. Operates school bus in the absence of employees or in emergency situations.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

1. Considerable knowledge of Article 19A of the Motor Vehicle and Traffic Law.
2. Knowledge of the Commissioner of Education regulations concerning school bus transportation and safety.
3. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
4. Ability to express oneself effectively, both orally and in writing.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Training and Experience: Graduation from high school and three years of satisfactory experience in transporting school children.

Necessary Special Requirements:

1. Continuing possession of a valid New York State Class B Driver's License with both P (Passenger Transport) and S (School Bus) endorsements.
2. Continuing certification as an examiner under Article 19A of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law.
3. Candidate must possess State Education Department certification as a School Bus Driver Instructor, or is required to obtain certification within one year of commencement of employment.

Non-discrimination Statement: The Nassau BOCES advises students, parents, employees and the general public that it offers employment and educational opportunities without regard to age, color, creed, disability, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, race, religion (including religious practice and/or expression), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation or victim of domestic violence status. The Nassau BOCES shall provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Nassau BOCES shall not discriminate or take any retaliatory action against an employee with respect to compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment because of the employee’s or dependent’s reproductive health decision-making. Information and grievance procedures are available by contacting the following individuals at 71 Clinton Road, Garden City, NY 11530: Thomas McGrath, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources & Regional Schools and Instructional Programs at 516-396-2358, [e-mail], and/or Selma Stoddard, Esq., Attorney (Employee Relations), Department of Human Resources at 516-396-2360, [e-mail]. For further information, please see Policies 0100 Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination; 0110 Sexual Harassment and 0115 Dignity for All Students Act. The entire policy manual is available on the Nassau BOCES website: www.nassauboces.org. Inquiries concerning the application of regulations prohibiting discrimination may be referred to the above-mentioned individuals or to the following: Office for Civil Rights at NY Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 32 Old Slip, 26th Floor, New York, NY 10005-2500 or call 646-428-3900, or fax [phone], or TDD 800-877-8339 or email [e-mail] or file form at http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaintintro.html. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) may be reached at 33 Whitehall Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10004 or call 1-800-669-4000, or 1-800-669-6820 (TTY), or fax [phone] or email [e-mail]. The New York State Division of Human Rights (NYSDHR) may be reached at One Fordham Plaza, 4th Floor, Bronx, NY 10458 or call 1-888-392-3644 or 718-741-8300 (TDD/TTY) or email [e-mail], complaint forms may be sent directly to [e-mail] or faxed to 718-741-8322.