Administrative Assistant III, Maintenance & Transportation

Buckeye Union High School District•Buckeye, AZ

About The Position

This position is typically Monday - Friday from 7:00a.m. - 3:30p.m. but will vary on days needed to substitute as a Bus Driver. Driving shift starts at 5:00a.m. Full-time positions (30+ hours/week) are eligible for benefits on the first of the month following their 60 th day of employment: The District Benefits are very competitive and include health, dental, vision, and a life insurance policy. Supplemental policies through Aflac and LegalShield are also offered at an additional cost to the employee. You can view more information on benefit policies & costs on the benefits page at Benefits Page Link This position is designed to play an integral part in ensuring the smooth operation of transportation, maintenance, custodial and grounds division, while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year experience in an office environment.
Must possess a Class B Commercial Driver’s License, School Bus and Passenger Endorsement, School Bus Certification, CPR and First Aid.
Valid AZ Dept of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
Must be able to push, pull, or lift, up to 50 pounds
Pass the DPS physical performance test.
Pass a DOT Physical exam, drug screen and alcohol test
Ability to communicate and work well with staff, students, and parents.
Willingness to be an integral member of a successful team.
Dedication to provide the highest level of service.
Adherence to policies and procedures.
Resourceful and adaptable.
Must coordinate daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly calendars.
Must be able to prioritize tasks assigned by multiple administrators and supervisors.
Periodic stress due to intermittent time deadlines and accountability to multiple personnel.
Interact primarily with public, staff and parents.
Standard office machines, computer software expertise, and keyboard skills.

Nice To Haves

One year experience in school transportation and/or maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

Keeps individual and department calendars, as assigned.
Serve as substitute bus driver as needed.
Maintains both general and confidential files.
Reviews and totals the district level time cards.
Assists with purchasing and maintaining supplies inventory.
Prepares requisitions and maintains department level accounts.
Assists the Director of Facilities, Transportation & Energy, Transportation Supervisor and Dispatcher with their needs for coverage of regular routes, special needs and extra-curricular activities routes.
Assists the Director of Facilities, Transportation & Energy, Transportation Supervisor and Dispatcher in the preparation of complicated reports to track resources and student transportation data.
May assist in the coordination of work orders and tracking all maintenance activities.
Performs other related duties as directed.