Safety Training & Operations Coordinator

School Bus Driver

Responsible for the selection and training of qualified school bus drivers according to New Braunfels ISD established guidelines and legal requirements. Provides ongoing training and performance evaluation for all employees, and assists the director in administration of the department's entire safety program, including industrial safety. Maintains the highest level of ethical behavior with campus administrators, fellow employees, and the community. Keep and update all route information pertaining to the TEA state reports for New Braunfels ISD transportation funding. Maintains active communication with all drivers, monitors, campuses, and parents for all video incident reports.

Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED, valid Texas commercial driver's license (Class A/B w/P&S endorsements), Texas School Bus Driver Safety Training Certificate, must complete TEEX Training Academy certification program for school bus driver instructors within 6 months of employment or the first available regional class. Must complete the two-day Vehicle Collision Investigation through TASB within one year of employment. Must complete Supervisor Training-Drug Detection and Deterrence as required by CFR 49 Part 40 within one year of work.

Special Knowledge/Skills: Strong leadership skills, organization, and group presentation skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work effectively with campus principals, staff, students, and parents. Proficient typing and word-processing skills. Strong computer software skills including above-average proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google, Internet maps, and basic Internet navigation. Excellent interpersonal skills to ensure positive relations with all patrons. Well-developed multi-tasking and time management skills. Proven ability to conduct all activities in accordance with the highest ethical standards. Capable of responding calmly in emergency situations. Knowledge of the state rules for transporting students. Knowledge of roads, subdivisions, campuses, and individual school programs. Knowledge of school locations, streets, attendance zones, and boundaries. Knowledge and ability to prepare state and federal reports. Knowledge of TEA rules and regulations concerning school bus routes. Basic math skills, mapping, and routing skills. Ability to pass alcohol and drug tests. Ability to communicate effectively. Knowledge of student discipline procedures. Ability to pass bus driver physical exam. Ability to operate the bus safely.

Experience: Four years of experience preferred in operations, training, and discipline procedures.

Major Responsibilities and Duties: Assist drivers/monitors with student management concerns. Access bus video surveillance system for safety and security purposes. Participate in the criteria to implement an approved State "School Bus Driving training course," monitoring it and recommending upgrades to the course as necessary. Proactively recruit individuals to become School Bus Drivers. Instructs selected individuals throughout the training and orientation. Develops, schedules, and performs Driver Field in-service training to meet the needs of NBISD and Texas DPS standards. Refreshes and broadens the driving skills of existing employees who operate NBISD-owned/leased vehicles. Performs a Driver Proficiency Evaluation on each driver (including road evaluation) at least once during the school year. Assists the Director of Transportation in managing the Transportation department's entire safety program, including scheduling monthly safety award programs. Initiates driver re-training according to NBISD guidelines. Provides initial training and in-service for Safety Trainers and behind-the-wheel Road Trainers, and periodically evaluates their performance. Works with the Director of Transportation to help develop and implement student safety awareness programs and coordinates on-campus student rider safety training with school personnel. Documents and maintains all training records as required by State and Federal regulations and NBISD policies. Files shall be maintained to document the progress of each trainee and all In-Service training for each driver in accordance with NBISD policy and procedures. Schedule periodic school site visits and road observations of drivers to ensure compliance with established procedures. Works with the Director of Transportation to investigate complaints relative to safety issues and take corrective action to remedy concerns. Attends professional development activities/programs to keep abreast of developments and innovations in transportation. Compiles and analyzes monthly and periodic statistical reports of pertinent personal injury and vehicle accident data. Provides notice to drivers of upcoming expiration dates of various documents and ensures their renewal (physicals, driver's licenses, school bus certifications, and First Aid certifications). First point of contact for public, parental, or driver concerns. Meet the qualifications and establish requirements of a school bus driver, including safe driving procedures, proper student management, and adherence to all federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Serve as a substitute or extra-curricular trip driver or bus support when needed and meet all bus driver or support performance responsibilities. Provide inputs to department Emergency Operations and Planning (EOP) procedures. Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Limited to the evaluation of Drivers and other designated employees.

Equipment Used: School bus, vehicles owned/leased by NBISD, safety equipment (flares, reflective signs, triangles), fire extinguisher, personal computer, transportation software programs, copier, adding machine, telephone, two-way radio, fax machine, TV, VCR, and camera.

Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals; school bus, vehicles owned/leased by NBISD, safety equipment (flares, reflective signs, triangles), fire extinguisher, personal computer, transportation software programs, copier, adding machine, telephone, two-way radio, fax machine, TV, and camera. Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting, carrying, stooping, kneeling and reaching. Motion: Continual walking, sitting, standing, kneeling, stooping, twisting, pushing, pulling, reaching, climbing, repetitive hand and arm motions, or more, talking (announcing streets, radio), seeing (traffic lights, inspections, passengers, stopped vehicles, traffic conditions, hearing (traffic sounds, emergency vehicles, passengers, radio, mechanical problems). Must be physically able to climb in and out of the school bus emergency doors to evacuate the bus in an emergency. Lifting: Lifting 45 lbs. or more. Environment: Conditions include operating in inclement weather, heat, and humidity (most buses are not air-conditioned), enduring a bumpy ride, and exposure to vehicle fumes, dust, high noise levels, and possible injury due to traffic accidents. May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent districtwide travel. Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress. May occasionally work with students with disabilities and/or screaming children and may occasionally deal with life-threatening emergencies. May work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress. Work with frequent interruptions; clear speech; repetitive hand motions; early split shift work; ability to manage many projects simultaneously. Due to the nature of the position, being available after hours, weekends, and holidays is required. "ON CALL" situations are to be expected.