School Bus Driver Instructor Supervisor

Garden Grove Unified School District • Garden Grove, CA

16d

About The Position

Under general supervision, plans, organizes, conducts, and supervises the school bus driver training and safety program. Reviews and evaluates school bus driver training to ensure a high standard of performance, and performs related work as required. The role includes classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction, staff supervision, training and evaluation, driver-record maintenance, regulatory reporting, safety program administration, and accident investigation. The position may also assist with route safety reviews and drive school buses on designated routes as needed.

The position requires graduation from high school or equivalent; five years of experience operating vehicles requiring a Class A or B commercial driver license, including at least two years driving a school bus or School Pupil Activity Bus (SPAB); and one year of experience training bus drivers in classroom and behind-the-wheel settings. Part-time experience is considered and adjusted appropriately. Applicants must maintain the specified California commercial driver license and endorsements, School Bus Driver Certificate, and School Bus Driver Instructor Certificate. A recent original DMV driving record is required by the oral rating exam.

The selection process may include an evaluation of training and experience, multiple-choice, performance, and oral/technical examinations. Employment is subject to a tuberculosis examination and fingerprinting. Regular employees serve a six-month probation. The district is a merit-system, equal-opportunity employer.

Requirements

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Five years of experience operating vehicles requiring a Class A or B commercial driver license, including at least two years driving a school bus or School Pupil Activity Bus (SPAB).
• One year of experience training bus drivers, including classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction.
• Possess and maintain a valid Class A or B California Driver License with a passenger endorsement and remain insurable at the standard insurance market rate.
• Possess and maintain a valid School Bus Driver Certificate with no equipment limitations, issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Possess and maintain a valid School Bus Driver Instructor Certificate with no limitations, issued by the California Department of Education Office of Student Transportation.
• Submit a recent (within the last 30 days) original DMV driving record (K4, DMV Print Out) by the oral rating exam.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations governing school bus operation, including California Code of Regulations Title 13 and vehicle and education codes.
• Knowledge of principles, methods, and techniques for training school bus drivers.
• Knowledge of safe and defensive driving practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of recordkeeping and report preparation techniques.
• Ability to read, interpret, apply, and clearly explain laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to teach others to drive school buses safely and effectively.
• Ability to conduct studies and prepare reports; plan, organize, and conduct bus driver training and safety programs; and review and evaluate driver performance and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to supervise and train assigned staff, follow verbal and written instructions, and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to use a computer to keep records and prepare reports and documents, and to maintain effective working relationships with drivers, school and district staff, public agencies, officials, and other school districts.
• Proof of freedom from active tuberculosis based on a Mantoux skin test completed within the last 60 days prior to employment.
• New employees will be fingerprinted.

Nice To Haves

• Any other combination of training and experience likely to provide the required skills, knowledge, and abilities may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and oversee the school bus driver training and safety program.
• Plan, organize, and conduct original and renewal classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Supervise, train, and evaluate School Bus Driver Instructors and School Bus Delegated Trainers.
• Plan, organize, and provide in-service and remedial training for district bus drivers, and training for other department staff as needed.
• Identify departmental in-service, renewal, and remedial training needs.
• Maintain driver records and prepare and submit reports related to the California Highway Patrol, Department of Motor Vehicles, Department of Transportation, and California Department of Education.
• Establish and maintain a safety training program for school bus drivers, including annual emergency bus evacuation training.
• Administer the district's random drug testing program for school bus drivers and safety-sensitive personnel as required.
• Investigate school bus accidents, prepare reports and recommendations on corrective measures and accident prevention, and potentially investigate accidents involving district vehicles.
• Consult with the California Highway Patrol regarding school bus regulations, testing appointments, and school bus accidents.
• Participate in local driving instructor groups to maintain current knowledge of student transportation rules and regulations.
• Maintain and update training manuals and materials.
• Provide input into school bus driver evaluations and evaluations of drivers required to complete remedial training.
• Assist with reviews of bus routes, runs, and stops to monitor safety compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Drive school buses over designated routes according to established schedules as needed.

Benefits

• Up to 22 paid vacation days per year.
• Up to 14 paid holidays per year.
• Up to 12 sick leave days per year with unlimited accumulation.
• Social Security coverage.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee for regular classified employees employed 30 hours or more per week.
• Life insurance for the employee for regular classified employees employed 30 hours or more per week.
• Retirement plan (CalPERS) for regular classified employees employed 30 hours or more per week.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED