School Bus Driver

## VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT### School Bus Driver**POSITION TITLE & GRADE:**School Bus Driver, CY-5703-02**POSITION INFORMATION:**Part time, School YearSalary Range$22.36 to $31.77, Per Hour**LOCATION:**Bread Springs Day School, Vanderwagen, NMThe Bureau of Indian Education's mission is to provide quality education opportunitiesfrom early childhood through life in accordance with the tribes' needs for cultural andeconomic well-being and in keeping with the wide diversity of Indian tribes and AlaskaNative villages as distinct cultural and governmental entities. The Department of the Interior(DOI) places a high value on diversity of experience and cultural perspectives and encouragesapplications from all interested eligible candidates. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility(DEIA) are fundamental principles that guide the Department and allow us to successfully achieve our mission.### JOIN US AS WE INSPIRE THE NEXT GENERATION!**STATEMENT OF DUTIES:**Incumbent will create and maintain a safe, positive learning environment to ensure the holistic development of each student and staff member through cultural, social, spiritual, physical and academic experience. Incumbent will support the Bureau of Indian Education's mission, which is to provide high quality education opportunities from early childhood through life while considering a tribe's need for cultural and economic well-being. In performing this mission, the BIE takes into account the spiritual, mental, physical, and cultural aspects of school-aged children within their family and tribal community. To meet its trust responsibility to Indian Tribes, BIE works to strengthen education opportunities for American Indian students to be successful and competitive globally; to enhance student participation in their tribal communities; and support tribes in nation-building, in development of the next generation of tribal leaders.Responsibilities:Operates a school bus transporting students to and from school. The school bus routes are normally over both improved and unimproved roads that become very difficult to traverse during inclement weather. Operates a school bus transporting student groups and employees of the school serving as sponsors and/or coaches of the groups to and from extra-curricular activities such as field trips, sporting events, cultural activities, etc., both on and off the reservation.Performs other maintenance and repairs as required such as performing operator maintenance checks before and after each trip, checking and replacing worn fanbelts, changing and repairing flat tires, changing oil and filters, cleaning and replacing air filters, etc. Is required to take vehicles assigned to the school to and from garages for repair, turn in, and/or maintenance. Is required to operate a vehicle in performing a variety of chores such as a garage pick-up and disposal, safety checks, etc.Supervises students on buses/vans and assures the safety of students while being transported. Maintains order among school children on the bus, handles routine misbehavior incidents, and reports any serious behavior incidents using approved school procedures.**SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:**Refer to BIE Job Category Standards for additional qualification requirements and substitutions for education. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements contained in the BIE Job Category Standard.NOTE: Persons submitting incomplete applications will be given credit only for the information they provide. It is the applicant's responsibility to submit all required documentation in support of their application in order to receive full credit for their Indian Preference, education, training and/or experience. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION WILL NOT BE SOLICITED BY THIS OFFICE.**BASIC EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:**High school diploma or GED and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required.**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:**A valid State Commercial Driver's license (CDL) is required and must be maintained as a condition of employment; failure to do so will result in dismissal from government service.Must pass an annual physical examination as a condition of employment.THE POSITION IS SUBJECT TO DRUG TESTING.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**Must be able to lift over 50 pounds and be in excellent physical condition. Good distance vision in both eyes and ability to read without straining printed material the size of typewritten characters are required: glasses are permitted. Ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid, is required. Good hand and foot coordination required.When performing vehicle maintenance duties, may work in cramped position in the engine compartment and under the vehicle(s). Drives in all kinds of weather conditions over unimproved and improved roads as well as in towns and cities with all kinds of traffic conditions. Is exposed to the possibility of serious injury in case of accidents. Is also exposed to cuts, bruises, burns, etc., when working on vehicles. Maintenance work sites may be dusty, greasy and have noxious fumes.**BASIS OF RATING:**Once the announcement has closed, all applicants for this position will be rated based upon the extent and quality of their experience, training and/or education as reflected on their resume. The judgement of qualification will be based on materials submitted, therefore, it is the applicants' advantage to give complete thorough and complete information in a neat and orderly fashion.**SPECIAL REFERENCE:*** U.S. Citizenship is required. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.* Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration if selected.* Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.* All selections under an announcement must be made within 3 months from the issuance date of the certificate referral list.* Contract Length: School Year* Tour of Duty: Part Time (Seasonal)* The Bureau of Indian Education has determined that the duties of this position are **NOT** suitable for telework under any circumstances.* FLSA: Non-Exempt* Position is covered by Bargaining Unit/Union - Federation of Indian Service Employees, American Federation of Teachers Local 4521* One academic year (equivalent to two academic semesters) probationary period may be required.* May require overtime work.* Salary includes applicable locality pay.* Direct Deposit of pay is required.* A Recruitment Incentive is NOT offered.* Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP) will not be authorized.* Government quarters are NOT available.* May be subject to drug testing.* **DRIVING REQUIREMENT**: Incumbent may be required, as an incidental duty, to operate a government-owned or leased motor vehicle, in the performance of duties, therefore, a valid driver's license is required. Incumbent must have a safe driving record within the three-year period immediately preceding submittal of GSA Form 3607 and be able to meet the safe driving requirements of the Bureau of Indian Education.* Applicant is subject to a favorable background investigation. This is a Non-Critical Low Risk Position subject to a favorable adjudicated background investigation.The Investigative Process for Public Trust Positions: Background investigations for public trust positions are conducted to gather information to determine whether applicants are reliable, trustworthy, of good conduct and character, and loyal to the U.S. The information that provided on the Questionnaire for Public Trust Positions (SF-85P) and the Declaration for Federal Employment (OF 306) may be confirmed during the investigation. The investigation may extend beyond the time covered by this form, when necessary to resolve issues.The applicant's current employer may be contacted as part of the investigation, although the applicant may have previously #J-18808-Ljbffr