Safety Coordinator

Position Type:
Transportation/Safety Trainer

Date Posted:
6/16/2026

Location:
Transportation

Date Available:
When Filled

Closing Date:
When Filled
Job Title: Safety Coordinator


Department: Transportation


Reports To: Director of Transportation


FLSA Status: Non-Exempt


Prepared By: Human Resources


Approved By: Governing Board


Approved Date: 12/7/09


Revised Date: 8/10/21, 3/8/22


Summary:


The Safety Coordinator provides classroom instruction and behind the wheel training of applicants; addressing school bus regulations and safety procedures; identifying training requirements; and maintaining required documentation for audit in compliance with state certification and district/state/federal requirements.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts in-services and trainings (e.g. bus driver training, CPR, First Aid, discipline procedures, safety meetings, etc.) for the purpose of presenting, reinforcing and/or developing bus driver and bus aide skills in accordance with federal, state and District guidelines.
• Evaluates performance of bus drivers, driver applicants and bus aides for the purpose of ensuring that basic skills levels are met and are in compliance with federal, District and state certification requirements.
• Informs bus drivers and driver applicants (e.g. rules, regulations, laws, procedures, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, requesting follow-up action and/or implementing procedures.
• Maintains manual and electronic documents, files and records for the purpose of documenting activities and/or providing an up-to-date reference and audit trail.
• Oversees bus driver licensing, training requirements and certificate status (e.g. driver's licenses, physicals, drug screenings, CPR/First Aid, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Participates in unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Performs functions of a school bus driver for the purpose of meeting the district's transportation service needs.
• Prepares a variety of documents and reports (e.g. activity reports, training handouts, safety information guidelines, driver and bus aide evaluations, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or training materials to bus driver, other district personnel and outside agencies as required by established policies and/or regulatory guidelines.
• Responds to a variety of inquiries from staff, parents, District personnel, etc. for the purpose of resolving problems, providing information and/or referring to appropriate personnel.
• Schedules training and testing of and/or by non-district personnel for the purpose of ensuring compliance with district policies and established regulatory requirements. Instructs drivers regarding district regulations, penalties for infraction of rules, or safety and conservation measures.
• Rides with drivers to detect errors in handling students or driving vehicle.
• Analyzes accident reports obtained from governmental agencies to determine driver's need for additional training.
• Confers with department heads concerning such problems as accident rates and abuse of equipment and recommends measures to improve safety records and to conserve equipment.
• Drives a regular bus route as assigned by transportation director.
• Demonstrates group presentation skills.
• Displays authority to work independently.
• Makes self-available to staff.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Follows policies and procedures.
• Prioritizes, plans and schedules safety trainings.
• Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position.
• Completes safety trainings in accordance with state and federal laws.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Education and/or Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED, Associate's degree preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Must possess valid AZ commercial drivers license (CDL). Certification in area of transportation safety as required by state and federal laws.
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older

Working Environment:


The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands; the employee is frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Terms of Employment:

• Salary based on Grade F of the approved Classified Salary schedule as established by the Governing Board.
• 12-month position, 8 hours per day.
• Benefits as assigned for the position.

Clearances:

• Criminal Justice/Fingerprint Clearance
• Drug Screening and pre-employment physical ability test
• Measles/Mumps/Rubella Immunity/Vaccination
• Valid I-9 form

Evaluation:


Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the Director of Transportation, in accordance with Governing Board Policy.


Notice of Non Discrimination


The Florence Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability in admission or access to or treatment or employment in its policies, procedures or practices, in compliance with Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Florence Unified School District Career and Technical Education Department does not discriminate in enrollment or access to Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.? FUSD CTE programs available include: ?Ag-Science, Business Management, Carpentry, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Dental Assistant, Early Childhood Education, Engineering, Film/TV, Fire Science, Graphic Design, Hospitality Management, Law Enforcement, Massage Therapy, Medical Assistant, Networking Securities, Nursing Assistant, Veterinary Assistant, and Welding.? The lack of English language skills shall not be a barrier to admission or participation in the district's activities and programs.? The Florence Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.


This notice is provided as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.? Questions, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding these laws may be forwarded to the designated compliance coordinator(s). Thad Gates, Title IX Coordinator, Florence Unified School District 1000 South Main Street, Florence, Arizona. View phone number on click.appcast.io or Nora Boettcher, 504 Coordinator, 1000 South Main Street, Florenc