Substitute Bus Operator

Position Type:
Bus Operator/Transportation/Substitute Bus Operator

Date Posted:
9/3/2026

Location:
Pendleton County Schools Central Office

Date Available:
2026-2027 School Year

Closing Date:
09/10/2026

County:
Pendleton County Schools
PENDLETON COUNTY SCHOOLS
SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVER
JOB DESCRIPTION

• TOTAL COMPENSATION: Salary based on experience and education level per PCBOE salary schedule plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation. Please use the following link for further details Benefits and Salaries | Pendleton County Schools.
• QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Holds a valid bus operators' certificate.
  • Pass an annual medical examination.
  • Holds a first aid certificate.
  • Applicants who have unsatisfactory evaluations in the past year will not be considered eligible for consideration; applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration; and, applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration additional, minimum requirements for applicants not currently employed: applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration; the ability to perform the job duties and responsibilities of the position as contained in the job description, with or without reasonable accommodations.
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check.
• IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Director of Transportation
• DUTIES: Operates the school bus daily in a safe and efficient manner.
• WORK HOURS: As assigned and determined by the Director of Transportation
• RESPONSIBILITIES: The bus operator shall be responsible for maintaining positive work habits, performing duties efficiently and productively, maintaining and/or upgrading skills; maintaining personal qualities appropriate for assigned job.
• PERFORMANCE STANDARDS: The following performance standards and indicators further define job responsibilities of a bus operator:
  • Work Habits:
    • Maintains an accurate morning and evening time schedule.
    • Prepares the bus for inspection by the state inspector.
    • Has regular attendance.
    • Submits required reports and records promptly and accurately.
    • Is prompt in reporting mechanical defects for repair.
    • Performs pre-trip inspection.
    • Operates the bus in a safe and efficient manner and obeys all laws.
  • Performance:
    • Understands and complies with West Virginia Department of Education and Pendleton County Board of Education pupil transportation policies and regulations.
    • Provides a safe environment for students on the bus through good student control and discipline.
    • Fosters a climate which permits effective communications with parents and students.
    • Sweeps and cleans the bus on a daily basis or more often if needed.
    • Reports any accident or damage to the bus immediately.
  • Training and Experience:
    • Upgrades driving skills through county in-service programs.
    • Participates in school bus rodeo sponsored by county, area, or region.
  • Personal Qualities:
    • Maintains a neat and acceptable appearance.
    • Projects a positive general attitude.
    • Takes pride in the care of the bus.
    • Is dependable in the duties of a bus operator.