DRIVER TRAINER (ONE OR MORE) @ TRANSPORTATION, 8 HRS, CONT.

School Bus DriverAs a Spokane Public Schools staff member, you'll uphold our commitment to creating a loving and collaborative learning community where all students belong and thrive. We are looking for team members who embrace differences, have a desire to work with a diverse community of learners, have a heart for the humans they serve, work as a team, grow and reflect through feedback, are lifelong learners and positive problem solvers.This position conducts all new and ongoing trainings for school bus drivers and operates a school bus or district vehicle over designated routes or special trips to transport students safely and efficiently to an assigned location on a designated route; observe legal and non-aggressive defensive driving practices; perform regular safety inspections; ensure the safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from busses. This job reports to Transportation Supervisors and Managers.Hours/Day: 8Continuing RoleSchool Year Position (260 Days / 12 Months)Daily Start/End times: TBDAnticipated Start Date: TBDBenefits--Medical/Dental/Vision through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) are provided for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year.Additional benefits may include vacation, sick, personal days, and paid holidays.Often, positions have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary schedule, all in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) as negotiated.SALARY: Level 2 on the Professional Technical Salary Schedule. Experience increments depend on experience in the same or similar permanent position within a Washington State public school.ResponsibilitiesEvaluates behind-the-wheel performance of trainees for the purpose of ensuring that the basic skill levels are met and are in compliance with state school bus driver authorization.Organizes the annual bus driver in-service and assists the Director of Transportation with monthly/staff training meetings for the purpose of providing information and knowledge related to the District's Transportation Department and local and state requirements and law in order for staff to perform the functions of their job.Provides classroom and behind-the-wheel training during trainee events and employee in services for the purpose of providing the skills/aptitudes required to meet annual state school bus driver certification requirements.Instructs trainees on pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g. fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior condition, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle and complying with mandated guidelines.Substitutes as a school bus driver and/or transportation vehicles (e.g. van, car, etc. and performs bus driver activities) for the purpose of transporting passengers over scheduled routes to and from school and/or other locations in the absence of available regular drivers.Attends meetings, training, in services, etc., for the purpose of maintaining skills and meeting the authorization requirement/s of a school bus driver and district employee as well as conveying information.Monitors electronic equipment on buses (e.g. video, gps, route compliance, ridership, etc.) for the purpose of investigating incidents, complaints and/or accidents and resolving and/or recommending a resolution to a situation.Assists the Transportation Department in developing extended-range goals for the purpose of planning for long-term needs in accordance with the District priorities and operational goals.Responds to calls and emergency situations for the purpose of ensuring an appropriate response to the situation and requesting assistance from others to address the presenting incident.Ability to perform reasonable suspicion assessment on drivers reporting to work.Possesses leadership abilities and experience in teaching, training, and assisting in driver evaluations for the purpose of providing job knowledge ensuring basic skill levels are met and drivers are in compliance with state school bus driver authorization required to meet state certification requirements.Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.Performs other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work environment.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent required.Three years of experience as a school bus driver or in transportation, logistics, fleet, or related operations preferred.Valid Washington State Class B Commercial Driver's License with applicable P and S endorsements.Possession of Washington State Driver Trainer Certification and Third-Party Examiner certification preferred or required as determined by the district or willing to obtain within two (2) years of employment.Current Washington State School Bus Driver Authorization (OSPI). Ability to maintain valid certification as school bus driver according to state regulationsKnowledge of district policies and procedures; federal and state laws governing pupil transportation, and school bus operations, fleet maintenance principles, and safety standards.Knowledge of basic first aid practices, procedures, and techniques. Knowledge of emergency management and crisis response procedures.Knowledge of safe driving practices.Ability to read and write at a level necessary to successfully perform the required duties.Ability to understand and carry out both oral and written instructions in an independent manner.Ability to establish and maintain proper student conduct on school vehicle.Ability to drive a school bus safely and efficiently.Ability to exercise good judgment and extreme caution while driving.Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties.Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationship with those contacted in the performance of required duties.Physical/Mental/Motor DemandsWhile performing duties of this position, the employee experiences frequent sitting, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, and repetitive fine motor activities. Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone/radio. Mobility to monitor passengers, operate a vehicle, and lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling adaptive equipment and students. Stamina to remain seated and maintain concentration for an extended period of time while operating buses. Vision: Frequent near acuity, occasional far acuity, and color vision. Bending, kneeling, or crouching to inspect and wash buses. Strength is generally sedentary/light - exert force up to 10-25 lbs., occasionally; 10 lbs. frequently; negligible force, constantly.Work EnvironmentIndoor/outdoor/school bus environment with seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions. Inclusive of evening or variable hours. Exposure to fumes, dust, odors, oil/grease and gases. Exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to loud for occasional to frequent time periods.While performing the duties of this position, the employee often performs routine work. The employee frequently works within time constraints and maintains attentiveness intensity. The employee is frequently involved in social interactions which require oral and written communication.Additional InformationWork Schedule – Days and hours (listed above) are subject to change depending on program and district needs.Stipends, Leave Accruals and Holidays – Stipends, leaves and paid holidays are in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement Collective Bargaining Agreements as negotiated.Benefits Highlights:The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) administers health insurance and other benefits for employees of Washington's school districts who are in benefit eligible positions (at least half-time/20 hours per week in a regular position).Multiple medical plans offered from various providers such as Kaiser Permanente WA, Premera Blue Cross, and the Uniform Medical Plan (for example) to fit your needs for varying cost and care options. Vision and Dental plan options, as well as standard Life and AD&D insurance are offered at no cost to the employee. The SEBB program also offers additional employee paid benefits like Dependent Care Assistance Program (DCAP), supplemental Life and AD&D, Long-Term Disability insurance, and Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA).Benefit eligible Spokane Public Schools employees and their dependent family members have access to free, confidential counseling, consultation and referral services through the Employee Assistance Program.School District Employees participate in the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) public pension plan. Employees can choose from a lifetime retirement pension plan or a hybrid pension and investment plan that contributes between 5% and 15% of wages to retirement. When employees meet plan requirements and retire, they are guaranteed a monthly benefit for the rest of their life from the employer-funded pension. Employees can also participate in voluntary savings programs to increase retirement savings such as the DRS Deferred Compensation Program or by participating in a 403(b) retirement plan through the District's plan manager, OMNI.See more about employee benefits at https://