Student Transportation Specialist (Continuous Recruitment)

Richland County School District 2; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland County School District 2 in Columbia, SC is hiring a Student Transportation Specialist in a 183-day role. You’ll join the Transportation Team, driving or monitoring students, with extensive training and safety-focused duties.

The job requires at least a high school diploma, 21+ years old, and a CDL with passenger, air brake, and relevant endorsements, plus background checks and certification tests. Expect ongoing training and random drug screening.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old and have a high school diploma.
• Complete 20 hours of classroom instruction and pass a State Dept. of Education certification test.
• CDL with passenger, air brake and federal school bus endorsements are required.
• Background checks (SLED and DMV) and driving history reviewed for employment.

Responsibilities

• Join the Transportation Team to support student safety and education.
• Operate as a bus driver or monitor as assigned.
• Complete required training and certification tests for certification.
• Participate in on-the-road training and driving evaluations.
• Undergo physical assessment and annual drug screening.

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CDL with passenger endorsement

Air brake endorsement

Federal school bus endorsements

SLED background check

DMV records check

Job description

Student Transportation Specialist (Continuous Recruitment)

Richland County School District 2 Support Services Center - Columbia, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in CERRA-SC

Job Details

Job ID: 5541881

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Feb 20, 2026 1:06 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Make adifference in education. Bus drivers and bus monitorsarekey to our students' success.We are focused on safety, and we'll train you!

Join the professionals on the Transportation Team. As a team member, you will be an important part of the education process. If you are 21 years of age and have a high school diploma you can become a bus driver or monitor.

This is a 183day position.

Pay Schedule: GradeBUS

School bus drivers must pass a rigorous background investigation including a SLED check and a DMV records check. School bus drivers must maintain a commercial driver's license with passenger, air brake and federal school bus endorsements. They are also required to complete 20 hours of classroom instruction and pass a State Department of Education certification test. As a part of their training, drivers also complete many hours of on the road training and pass a rigorous driving evaluation. Each driver must pass a physical assessment test and is subject to random monthly drug screening. Annually, drivers attend at least 10 hours of training to maintain their proficiency.

For employment information contact our Training Departmentat 803.736.3774. Applicants must complete an online application in order to be considered.

Richland School District Two is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,creed, national origin, sex, age, handicap or disability in admission to, access to, treatment in, or employment in its programs and activities.

Position Type: Full-time

Contact Information

• LaToya Thomas-Adams
• 124 Risdon Way
• Columbia , South Carolina 29223
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]