Job Details
General Summary
Pupil Transportation's goal is to provide dependable, efficient, and safe transportation service. School Bus Aides perform routine human support work monitoring the conduct of students on school buses and assisting with discipline and safety; does related work as required. Primarily and most frequently the work done here is under direct supervision, within one functional area, and of a routine nature.
Typical starting pay is $18.00 an hour.Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity.This is a part-time 20-29 hour per week, non-exempt, position and is eligible for pro-rated benefits. The city provides excellent benefits including paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.
Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties
* Directs the loading and unloading of students to prevent congestion and unsafe conditions;
* Rides bus to maintain order among students;
* Participates in bus safety drills;
* Assists in maintaining and enforcing discipline and safety regulations;
* Maintains records, and prepares reports on student behavior;
* Assists bus operator when necessary;
* May operate city owned vehicle;
* Perform related duties as required.
Education, Experience and Skills
Minimum Qualifications:
* Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of the eighth grade.
Special Requirements:
* May require driving city vehicle.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Some experience in the management of children is desirable.
Skills:Some knowledge of proper conduct of students on school buses. Some skill in making observations and enforcing simple rules and regulations; ability to establish effective relationships with riders such that they obey the rules and remain orderly while on the bus; ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Physical Conditions & Additional Information
Occasional lifting of at least fifty pounds is required.Work is typically performed inside and around the exterior of a bus and employees must also be able to satisfy the following physical requirements: Long periods of sitting; Overhead reaching, bending and stooping, crawling to inspect under buses or bus seats. Must have the physical ability to descend from or climb up to at least 3.5 feet, at the emergency door, to assist in the evacuation of the passengers. Ability to secure a wheelchair safely on the bus. Contact with Transportation Supervisor, drivers, and passengers. Contact with various administrators, and the general public. Occasional meetings with administrators and/or parents and patrons.