Position is budgeted at 36 hours per week and sesonal at 8.5 months.
Job Goal
To provide safe bus transportation for children, parents, and staff.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Follow all rules, regulations and responsibilities set forth by the Oregon Department of Education Pupil Transportation. *see Oregon Pupil Transportation Manual
Develop and maintain regular, functional bus routes. Ensure that there is an updated route in the bus and at the center at all times
Ensure that all child restraints are properly installed in bus and that the proper child safety seat is used for each child
Perform pre trip and post trip bus inspections before and after each route with assistance from Bus Monitor
Ensure that bus is attended at all times by driver, staff, or parent when children are present
Demonstrate positive guidance techniques with children
Report all accidents and mechanical problems to Transportation manager, all incidents to Team Leader. When maintenance is required you must have prior approval from Transportation Manager
Maintain assigned bus by keeping it clean, fueled, and equipped for emergencies
Ensure each child riding the bus has a Bus Policy, Emergency Card and Parent release form on the bus at all times
Communicate with Child and Family Advocates (CFA), Teachers and TAs after each route regarding any issues or concerns that arise regarding a child
Maintain a variety of records and reports and submit monthly to supervisor
Conduct an evacuation drill for each class monthly
Ensure that every attempt is made to pick up children and that an authorized person is present when children are delivered home or to child care provider
Be responsible for a cellular phone and fuel card
General Staff Responsibilities
Participate in staff meetings, conferences, training sessions and workshops as assigned
Demonstrate familiarity with employment policies, performance standards, work plan and objectives of Agency
Maintain congenial and respectful relations with staff, children, families and community
Keep current and accurate records and file reports on time
Maintain confidentiality in regards to staff and family information
Maintain objectives and professional standards
Improve self skills and education
Fulfill role as mandated reporter as stated in Child Abuse and Neglect Policy
Be present at work in order to provide consistency of services
Be a contributory team member in a positive/productive manner
Demonstrate commitment to mission, values, and policies in the performance of daily duties
And or any other duties deemed necessary by your supervisor
Education Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience And Skills Requirements
Valid Oregon CDL/School Bus Driver’s License, or the ability to get licensing in a timely manner.
Current First Aid and CPR cards.
Previous bus driving experience
Skills in working with children and families
Adequate means of transportation
Ability to keep accurate records
Physical Requirements
The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:
Operate a school bus requiring a CDL and school bus driver's license and the ability to drive a private or Agency vehicle; must possess a valid driver's license and personal automobile or provide a plan that will allow fulfillment of position requirements
Must meet the medical requirements approved by the Oregon Administrative Rule 581 0530040. This physical must also conform to the requirements of the FMCSA and the Oregon Department of Transportation for all commercial motor vehicle operators.
Drivers may be required to demonstrate ability to: open and close a manually operated bus entrance door control with a force of at least 30 pounds; climb and descend steps with a maximum step height of 17 1/2 inches; operate two hand controls simultaneously and quickly; have a reaction time of 3/4 of a second or less from the throttle to the brake control; carry or drag a 125 pound person 30 feet in 30 seconds or less; depress a brake pedal with the foot to a pressure of at least 90 pounds; depress a clutch pedal with the foot to a pressure of at least 40 pounds unless operating an automatic transmission; exit from an emergency door opening of 24 x 48 inches at least 42 inches from the ground in ten seconds or less. Drivers must be physically able to open all emergency exits installed in any school bus they drive.
Sit for long periods and maintain intense concentration, particularly in poor driving conditions.
Lift and move heavy and/or bulky objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
Make precise arm hand positioning movements and maintain static arm hand positions.
Work with children requiring the ability to walk or run quickly, kneel or sit on floor etc.
Frequently bend, kneel and/or crouch.
Perform repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
Perform regular sanitation of equipment which may require the use of broom, carpet sweeper, and mop.
Maintain the safety of the environment and children through visual, auditory and smelling
Observe, compare, and monitor behaviors, records and data to determine compliance with prescribed standards.
Comprehend, analyze, and make inferences and references from written material
Produce written documentation with clearly organized thoughts using proper sentence construction, punctuation and grammar
Perform physical inventory of equipment and/or supplies.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment/Conditions
The work environment includes working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions.
Requires exposure to cleaning fluids and sanitizing agents.
Job tasks are performed in close physical proximity to other people
Requires working in a closed vehicle or equipment
Safety
Apply safe practices in the performance of duties
Reporting of unsafe or hazardous working conditions and/or any injury immediately
Complying with Agency safety standards
Participate in emergency drills
Promote a culture of safe environments in the workplace
Agency Wide Requirements
Current enrollment in the Child Care Division’s Central Background Registry
Current physical examination, drug screen, and TB screen documentation prior to hire
Ability to drive a private or Agency vehicle; must possess a valid driver's license and personal automobile or provide a plan that will allow fulfillment of position requirements. A DMV Record check will be conducted prior to hire.
Desire to work with low income children and their families
Communicate effectively with staff, families, children, and the public using the telephone and in face to face, one on one, and in group settings
Fluent in English both verbally and written
To protect the health and safety of our employees and families, and pursuant to the Governor's Order, all employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID 19 as a condition of employment. If you are unable to comply with this policy due to pregnancy, disability, or because of a sincerely held religious belief, we will ask for written verification.
Umatilla Morrow Head Start, Inc. Is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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