#463 - Bus Driver 4 to 6 hours Route TBD 2026/27 SY

ASTORIA SCHOOL DISTRICT 1C JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: #463

• Bus Driver 4 to 6 hours Route TBD 2026/27 SY REPORTS TO: Transportation Director/Superintendent EVALUATED BY: Transportation Director/Superintendent JOB SUMMARY: School Bus Drivers drive a school bus over designated routes for the purpose of transporting students to and from school and on trips in a safe manner.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess a current valid Oregon class "B" driver's license issued by the Oregon Department of Motor Vehicles including air brake, passenger, and "S" endorsements. Must possess Department of School Bus Driver's Certificate. Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, safety practices, and procedures governing school bus.

Operate school bus in accordance with applicable laws. Practice and follow safety procedures. Support positive student behavior; report student conduct problems to the supervisor. Follow and implement assigned directions and responsibilities. Understand and follow all school district and department of education policies pertaining to transportation.

Maintain an up to date First Aid card and appropriate classroom hours. Maintain proper physical fitness to drive assigned bus. Perform physical requirements which may include: Moderate degree of physical stamina and frequent lifting up to 50 lbs Frequent and prolonged standing, walking, bending, and arm lifting Exposure to outdoor weather conditions of heat and cold May require exposure to chemicals like oil and gas Possible exposure to bodily fluids in cleaning due to student illness or injury.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Drives a school bus daily over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students. May drive buses equipped with accessibility features, such as lifts for mobility devices, on a designated route/trip or to be assigned as a substitute, driving a variety of routes. Transports students, teachers, and chaperones on field trips to various locations making departure and arrival time as scheduled.

Performs an Oregon school bus pre-trip and post-trip inspection daily. Maintain cleanliness of the bus, including interior and exterior surfaces, to ensure a welcoming and safe environment. Maintains appropriate behavior among students on buses. Follows district policies regarding student control. Reports problems or equipment malfunctions to the mechanic.

Performs emergency evacuation drills as directed. Performs first aid or emergency assistance as directed. Attends scheduled meetings and safety programs. Obeys all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses. Complete and submit accurate records required by the Transportation Department. Reports all accidents, vehicle damage and student injuries as they occur to supervisor.

Demonstrate ability to plan, organize, and effectively communicate. Demonstrate positive attitude toward fellow employees and supervisor. Maintains and updates route book as needed. Keeps to assigned schedule. Ability to drive all kind of buses. Safely unloads students only at authorized stops. Exercises responsible leadership when on out-of-district school trips.

Assists Administration in creating a positive image with school employees. Knowledge of Astoria School District Policies and building procedures. Regular and acceptable attendance is required. Performs other duties as assigned. POSITION BEGINS: ASAP SALARY RANGE: $24.80 CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled FOR INFORMATION CONTACT: Rhonda Hageman, Transportation Director Phone: 503-325-0476 Email: rhageman@astoriak12.

org The Astoria School District strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster a sense of belonging to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background.

We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, would like to know how this would be determined, or need any accommodations to participate in the hiring process, please feel free to contact us to discuss your application.

The district prohibits discrimination and harassment on any basis protected by law, including but not limited to, an individual's perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, or veterans' status, or because of the perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, or veterans' status of any other persons with whom the individual associates.

For more information, please go to Policy AC on our website here: https://policy.osba.org/astoria/index.asp Contacts: Civil Rights � Catherine Dalbey, (503) 614-1635, Civil. Rights. Coordinator@nwresd.k12.or.us | Title IX/II � Craig Hoppes, (503) 325-6441, choppes@astoriak12.org | Section 504 � Travis Roe, (503) 325-6441, troe@astoriak12.

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