School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver Date Posted: 7/6/2026 Location: Transportation Department Our People = Our Strength. Snohomish School District values diversity and ongoing professional growth. Successful candidates will work effectively with individuals from dynamic backgrounds. Job Summary Under the direction of the Transportation Director, the driver is responsible for safely transporting students to and from school. Specific responsibilities are described in the attached job description. Hours Bus drivers typically begin as a substitute for regular drivers. Drivers must complete a Driver Training program prior to substitution. Daily hours and routes may vary. Work is performed Monday through Friday, split shifts, 4‑6 hours/day. Pay Rate $33.74 to $37.94/hour per PSE 2026‑2027 Salary Schedule. Above rates do not include holiday and pay in lieu of vacation, which increases hourly compensation. $20.00/hour during the Driver Training period $33.74/hour Substitute Bus Driver $500 one‑time bonus upon successful completion of training and 60 work days of driving for the district Qualifications Valid Washington State driver’s license At least five years of experience as a licensed passenger‑vehicle driver Clean driving record; offenses within the last 5 years that would be grounds for disqualification include a suspended license, three or more speeding tickets, driving while intoxicated, or reckless driving (WAC 392‑144‑101) Pass a criminal background/fingerprint check Willing to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License – all training provided by the school district Submit to random drug tests after hire Meet the qualifications listed in the full job description Selection Timeline Positions open and close periodically throughout the school year based on district needs. Benefits For eligible positions, the district offers a competitive benefits package including Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB), a Washington state retirement package, and paid time off. Eligibility requires at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 – August 31). The SEBB benefits include: Medical plans with prescription benefits Vision plans Life and AD&D insurance Long‑term disability insurance Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement Dependent Care Assistance Program Regular drivers receive 10 paid holidays, 7‑19 paid days in lieu of vacation, 3 personal days, and 12 sick days annually All offers of employment are contingent upon Satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers/professional references, a criminal history background check (including fingerprinting), sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers, and approval by the Snohomish School Board. Questions Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io EEO Statement The Snohomish School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. The following employees handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator – Darryl Pernat, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io Applicant and Employee ADA Coordinator – Shantel Strandt, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io Student ADA and Section 504 Coordinator – Wendy McCulloch, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying Coordinator – Jennifer Harlan, View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr