SCHOOL BUS DRIVER

NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Elma School District is accepting applications for the following classified position

2024-2025

Elma School District

School Bus Driver

Salary Schedule Rate Range (EESP 2023-2024)

(Assignment- 3.5 hours per day, 5 days per week, Monday through Friday / 180 days per school year)

• $25.27 - $29.16

Benefits Include:

• Twelve (12) Days of Sick Leave per school year 
• Two (2) Personal Leave Days per school year 
• 24/7 Benefits Include: Medical; Dental; Vision; Basic Life; AD&D; LTD Insurance; FSA & DCAP 
• Washington State Paid Family Medical & Leave
• Washington State Department of Retirement Systems 
• DCP – Washington Department of Retirement Systems

 Required Qualifications: 

• High School diploma or GED 
• Minimum of 21 years of age 
• Possess a valid Washington State Driver’s License with a CDL endorsement with Passenger endorsement 
• Must hold a valid First Aid/CPR Certification card 
• WSP/FBI fingerprint background clearance (fee paid by employee) 
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position

 Performance Responsibilities: 

Bus Operation:

• Obey all traffic laws 
• Operate a school bus in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington and policies and procedures of the Superintendent of Public Instruction and the Elma School District 
• Drive school bus on scheduled routes and/or special trips and district-approved activities, both within and outside the school district boundaries 
• Clean and service school buses to include interior sweeping, cleaning of windows, seats, and installation of fuel, etc., as required by district procedure. Perform post-trip and pre-trip inspections as required by district and state procedures and regulations 
• Operate and service all school bus equipment and accessories, including, but not limited to, fire extinguishers, highway warning kits, snow chains, sanders, first aid kits, etc. 
• Perform required operational and safety inspections of the school bus and all related equipment
• Operate all hand and foot controls installed in a school bus as required by Washington State School Bus Specifications 
• Operate specified cleaning procedures when working with blood, vomitus, and/or other bodily secretions 
• Ability to use good judgment in a variety of situations 
• The safety and health of students and others are essential functions of this position Student Safety: 
• Maintain control of student passengers as related to safety. Report unsafe acts or conditions which require further action 
• Communicate with parents, building administrators, and transportation supervisor about student concerns 
• Demonstrate flexibility, caring, respect for others, and a sense of humor; consciously models the values of trust and integrity and is a positive role model for children 
• Perform basic first aid as appropriate, which may include CPR

 Record Keeping: 

• Legible and accurate completion of forms, records, payroll forms/log sheets, trip requests, route studies, trouble reports, misconduct reports, accident reports, and other clerical-type activities as may be required by state or local policies and procedures

 Training:

• Successfully complete the school bus driver training programs and courses established by the Superintendent of Public Instruction or the school district 
• Attend further training as required by the state or local policy

 Application Process: 

Current employees of the Elma School District may submit a letter of interest and must have an updated resume with an Elma School District #68 job application to susiearnold@eagles.edu, 

This position will remain open until filled.

To apply, RedRoverk12 and create an account for those interested in the open position. Required attachments: Cover Letter, Resume, Two (3) Classified Letters of Recommendation, and a valid First Aid/CPR Certification card. 

Distribution: 

ELEM MIDDLE HIGH EGHHS SPED ADMIN ECOPA EESP ETO TRANS KITCHEN AD

The Elma School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Students, families and other stakeholders are notified the district does not discriminate based on sex, race, creed, religion, color, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal in any programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

Designated to handle inquiries about nondiscrimination policies are:
504 Section Coordinator, Kathleen Gallagher, kgallagher@eagles.edu
Title IX Officer, Christopher R. Nesmith, cnesmtih@eagles.edu