Salary: $27.42 Hourly
Location : Santa Monica and/or Malibu, CA
Job Type: PERMANENT, SCHOOL-YEAR
Job Number: 561505-24-01C
Department: TRANSPORTATION
Opening Date: 07/18/2023
BASIC FUNCTION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Positions are typically 7 hours per day, Monday - Friday, during the regular school year, with the possibility of working during summer recess.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under general supervision, drive a school bus or van over a prescribed route within an established time schedule; transport students to and from school, athletic events and on special event trips; and perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION:
A high school diploma or recognized equivalent is highly desirable.
EXPERIENCE:
Six (6) months of experience in the operation of a school bus is highly desirable.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/INFORMATION:

• Valid California Class A or B driver license with P & S endorsement
• No restrictions except for any combination of 0, 1, or 6
• If restriction 6 is listed, must provide a valid first aid certificate
• California Special Driver Certificate (School Bus)
• Valid medical examiner's certificate
• Drivers are subject to alcohol/controlled substances tests
• California DMV driving record no more than 30 days old must be submitted with application

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications of personnel so classified.
JOB DUTIES:

• Drives a school van or bus over assigned routes in accordance with an established time schedule.
• Transports students to and from school, athletic events and field trips; loads and unloads students safely at designated stops.
• Transports disabled students and preschool-aged children to and from school and field trips; loads and unloads students safely at designated stops.
• Stops traffic and escorts children across streets.
• Maintains vehicles in a clean and orderly condition; inspects and reports mechanical defects or malfunctions; washes, sweeps, cleans and refuels vehicles.
• Maintains appropriate student behavior on a school bus or other transportation equipment; contact others concerning transportation problems and concerns.
• Operates wheelchair lift, loads and secures wheelchairs and other assistive devices on bus; assists passengers with carry-on items, seat belts and secure car seats.
• Completes the daily transportation activity record, including number of students transported, mileage, type of trip, and standby time.
• Communicates with school staff and parents regarding student behavior as needed.
• Administers first aid as necessary.
• Performs custodial or clerical work as assigned.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Safe driving practices and techniques.
• Basic first aid procedures and methods.
• General geography of Santa Monica and Malibu.
• Safety and maintenance requirements of bus equipment.
• Provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code applicable to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of school children.

ABILITY TO:

• Drive a school bus along designated routes safely and efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with elementary and secondary school students.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Be flexible.

SUPERVISION AND WORKING CONDITIONS

SUPERVISION:
Supervision is received from the Director of Transportation or designee. No supervisory or lead responsibilities are exercised.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in a school bus environment. Work requires driving in various road and weather conditions. Work may require exposure to noise.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Physical demands include lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling heavy objects; sitting for extended periods of time when operating a transportation vehicle; walking and stepping up/down or standing for extended periods of time; bending at the waist; hearing and speaking to exchange information.
HAZARDS:
Traffic hazards when stopping traffic and escorting students across streets; adverse weather conditions while driving a school bus; exhaust fumes; and abusive or uncooperative individuals.
Potential hazards involve traffic hazards when stopping traffic and escorting students across streets; adverse weather conditions while driving a school bus; exhaust fumes; and contact with abusive or uncooperative individuals.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling heavy objects; sitting for extended periods of time when operating a transportation vehicle; walking and stepping up/down or standing for extended periods of time; bending at the waist; hearing and speaking to exchange information.
SELECTION PROCEDURES
THE APPLICATION PROCESS:
To be considered for an employment opportunity with the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District, it is necessary for you to complete an official District Application and Supplemental Questions. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. The application is part of the examination process and is part of your total evaluation of qualifications for employment.
THE EXAMINATION PROCESS:
For those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process will consist of any one or more of the following: Training and Experience Evaluation, Written Test, Performance Test, and/or Structured Interview. Additional information pertaining to the examination process will be emailed to those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications.
EXAMINATION PROTESTS:
Protest of any part of the examination process must be in writing and received in the office of the Director of Classified Personnel no later than five (5) working days from the date you were notified of examination results. All notifications are sent electronically via email. Any protest must include rationale to support the protest and must be based on illegal discrimination, abuse of discretion, or procedure/process error. We are not responsible for any incoming mail that is lost or misdirected after it has been entrusted to the US Postal Service.
ACCOMMODATION FOR DISABLED:
If you have a disability that may require an accommodation in any of these examination procedures, please notify the Personnel Commission in writing at the time you submit your application.
ESTABLISHMENT OF ELIGIBILITY LIST:
This examination process shall be open to all qualified applicants and shall result in one integrated eligibility list. All eligibility lists shall be established in accordance with Personnel Commission rules and shall be established for a period one (1) year, unless otherwise noted, or until there are fewer than three (3) ranks of eligible candidates who are available. Candidates are placed on the eligibility list in rank order according to their final examination score. Final examination scores will not change, but ranking may change as other candidates are added or removed from the list.
ADVANCED STEP PLACEMENT:
Generally, new employees start at the first step on the appointed salary schedule. When filling a permanent vacancy, a new employee may request a higher salary placement based on having training and experience that greatly exceeds the minimum qualifications. An employee may submit a formal request for advanced step consideration on or after the first day of employment. Education transcripts, training certificates, and additional references may be requested for verification purposes.
HOW YOU WILL HEAR FROM US:
All correspondence and notifications regarding this recruitment will be sent to the email address you provide. It is your responsibility to review, follow instructions, and respond to information in a timely manner; as if it was a function of your job.
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR
JOB APPLICANTS
ACCOMODATION FOR DISABLED: If you have a disability that may require an accommodation in any of these selection procedures, please notify the Personnel Commission in writing and attach your request to the completed application packet.
PREFERENCE POINTS: Seniority credit, based on length of service, is added to the final passing score of permanent employees. Veteran's credits are added for entry level examinations as follows: 5 points for non-disabled veterans; 10 points for disabled veterans. "Veteran" is defined as serving at least 30 days active duty during war or qualifying armed conflict. A DD-214 must be presented on or before date of the examination.
ELIGIBILITY LIST: Candidates who pass the examination will be placed in rank order on the eligibility list. Final selection will be made from the top three available ranks only. When a promotional and open eligibility list is established, the promotional list will be used first. Eligibility lists are usually established for one calendar year.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: All potential employees must provide evidence of their identity and authorization to work in the United States before they will be hired. State law requires employees to provide proof that they have had a recent negative tuberculosis test result. All new employees are fingerprinted and conviction records, if any, are checked.
SALARIES, MERIT INCREASES & ADVANCED STEP PLACEMENT: Salaries generally begin on the first step of the appropriate salary range. Permanent employees receive an increase after six months of continuous satisfactory service and equal raises based on merit at subsequent one year intervals for a total of five increases. Relevant experience and/or education in excess of entry requirements may permit employment at other than the first step. If employed at a higher step, salary increases are granted annually until reaching the end of the salary range.
BENEFITS: Permanent employees will receive paid holidays, sick leave, vacation and longevity benefits per bargaining unit contract or Personnel Commission Merit Rules. The District offers a comprehensive package of insurance benefits to full-time employees and their families, which includes major medical and dental. (Permanent employees who work less than full-time, but a minimum of four (4) hours will contribute an amount proportionate to the number of assigned hours for major medical and dental.) Employees belong to the Public Employees' Retirement System to which the District makes contributions approximately equal to those deducted from the employee's pay.
Assuring Equal Opportunities through the Merit System since 1938.
SANTA MONICA-MALIBU UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
PERSONNEL COMMISSION
1717 4th Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401
The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District does not discriminate based on actual or perceived sex, age, ancestry, color, ethnic group identification, gender, mental and/or physical disability, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, and a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
(Revised April 2008)
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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING STATEMENT: Answer the following questions as truthfully and accurately as possible. The information you provide on the application and supplemental questions will be evaluated for minimum qualifications. Referring to your application/resume, listing "see resume", or incomplete responses will NOT qualify as a response to any question. Questions that are answered in this method will be considered INCOMPLETE and may result in DISQUALIFICATION.All experience, education, training, and certification must be included in your application in order to be considered. Any sign of deliberate misinformation or intentional exaggeration will result in disqualification from this examination process and possible bar from future employment opportunities with Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District.

• I confirm that I have read, understand, and accept the above terms.

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Do you have a valid California Class A or B Driver License with P & S endorsement?

• Yes
• No

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Please list the numerical code(s) of any restrictions you have on your license (if no restrictions, please list N/A):
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If you listed restriction 6 in the above question, do you possess a valid First Aid Certificate?

• Yes
• No
• N/A

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Do you have a valid California Special Driver Certificate (School Bus)?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid medical examiners certificate?

• Yes
• No

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In order to be considered for the Bus Driver opportunity, you must provide a copy of the following:1. Valid California Class A or B driver license with P & S endorsement2. Valid California Special Driver Certificate (School Bus)3. Valid medical examiner's certificate4. California DMV driving record no more than 30 days oldThis material can be attached to your application or provided to staff by emailing jkahn@smmusd.org.

• I confirm that I have read, understand, and accept the above terms

Required Question