Bus Operator - Transportation Department Hiring Incentive

About the Employer

Modesto City Schools is a Pre-K through 12th grade district, serving approximately 30,000 students. The District is one of the largest employers in Stanislaus County, with over 3,200 employees. It is divided into three divisions: Business Services, Educational Services and Human Resources. An Associate Superintendent oversees each division and a variety of programs, such as Early Childhood Education, Child Welfare & Attendance, Special Education, Nutrition Services and Transportation.


Modesto City Schools also offers an Induction Program with a state approved curriculum by which new teachers attain their Professional Clear Credential. Recognizing that as educators, we are life-long learners, Modesto City Schools offers extensive staff development opportunities to all employees: managers, teachers and classified staff. We also strategically recruit, hire and retain the highest quality employees that reflect the diverse population of our schools and community.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Certification (Attach a copy of the School Bus Certificate)
• Driver's License Copy (Attach a copy of the driver's license.)

Comments and Other Information

**Hiring Incentive** Any out of district new hire who agrees to stay for a minimum of one (1) year will be paid a $4,000 hiring incentive in the following manner:
a. $2,000 to be paid within 45 days after the first day of paid contracted service.
b. $1,000 to be paid within 45 days after the successful completion of the employee's probationary period (i.e., 6-months or 130 days as stated in the Collective Bargaining Agreement).
c. $1,000 to be paid within 45 days after the successful completion of one year of paid contracted service.


**Hiring Incentive via MCS training program, passes all CHP School Bus Driver testing, and is hired as a School Bus Operator ** Any out of district new hire who agrees to stay for a minimum of one (1) year will be paid a $2,000 hiring incentive in the following manner:


a. $1,000 to be paid within 45 days after the first day of paid contracted service.
b. $500 to be paid within 45 days after the successful completion of the employee's probationary period (i.e., 6-months or 130 days as stated in the Collective Bargaining Agreement).
c. $500 to be paid within 45 days after the successful completion of one year of paid contracted service.


All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications (i.e., experience, education, etc.) as listed on the job description in order to be considered for an interview. All applicants must apply online through Edjoin.


Modesto City Schools shall not unlawfully discriminate against or tolerate the harassment of employees or job applicants on the basis of their sex, race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age over 40, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, Vietnam era veteran status, or actual or perceived sexual orientation. Questions regarding the District's non-discrimination policy can be directed to Associate Superintendent, Human Resources, 426 Locust Street, Modesto, CA 95351 or by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io.