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Full Time Bus Driver
Salary
$23.38 - $26.23 Hourly
Location
New Ulm, MN
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
00309
Department
Human Services - Transit
Opening Date
06/25/2026
Closing Date
7/9/2026 4:30 PM Central
Provide safe, courteous and dependable transportation to public passengers of all ages and abilities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Education:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Brown County provides a comprehensive, balanced, and competitive benefits package as part of your total compensation.
The following outline of County-offered benefits serves as an overview and does not provide all provisions, limitations, and exclusions. If there is a contradiction between this and the official plan documents, the plan documents will prevail.
Vacation
Vacation Accruals, Utilization, And Payouts Vary Within Each Collective Bargaining Agreement And/or The Employee Handbook. The Following Is The General Overview Of The Vacation Benefit For Full Time Employees
Years of Service Biweekly Accrual Rate (based on 80-hour pay period)
Years Completed Total Hours Per Year
Up to 4 years 101.66 hours
4 years but less than 8 years 130 hours
8 years but less than 12 years 157.30 hours
12 years but less than 16 years 185.38 hours
16 or more years 201.50 hours
Sick Leave
Full time employees may earn 8 hours of sick leave per month.
Paid Holidays
Most Employee Groups Observe The Following Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day (Observed)
Labor Day
Veteran's Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
Health Insurance
Full-Time employees and employees working 30 or more hours per week may choose between single or family coverage. Eligibility begins on the first day of the month after the date of active employment.
The County has designated a base plan which is a high deductible plan with an HSA option. The County contributes monthly towards the cost of the health plan premiums with a semi-annual county contribution into employee's HSA for the single or the family coverage plan. For regular part time employees working 30 hours/week year around, the County will pay 75% of the county share of single coverage (base plan) which may be applied towards family coverage and also contribute 75% of the employer HSA contribution.
Life Insurance
Full-Time Employees are provided with the following term life insurance benefit at no cost to them. Regular part-time employees working 30 or more hours per week are eligible for this benefit with County paying 75% of premium. Eligibility begins on the first day of the month after the date of active employment.
$20,000 term life/$20,000 AD&D
Retirement
The County and the employee contribute to PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association)
The following benefits are available on an elective basis at the employee's choice:
(507) 233-6605.
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I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete all of the following supplemental questions. I understand that I will only receive credit to responses that are supported in the information I provide in my employment application and that a resume will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Please check the "yes" button if you have read and understand this.
Do you wish to claim Veteran's Preference? Veterans Preference points are awarded to qualified veterans and spouses of disabled/deceased veterans. Points are awarded subject to provisions of M.S. 197.455. You must provide documentation (DD214 and/or VA documents) establishing your right to claim the preference. Please attach your documentation to this application.
Please indicate which of the following minimum qualifications you possess. (Select all that apply).
Please briefly describe the experience you listed in the previous question:
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Do you currently hold a MN Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement?
What is your experience driving a bus or a larger vehicle?
What best describes your experience working independently?
What experience do you have communicating with and assisting the general public in person?
What is your experience working with the elderly and people with disabilities?
What is your level of proficiency in mechanical knowledge of a larger vehicle or bus?
What best describes your level of proficiency with a mobility lift?
Employer Brown County (MN)
Address 14 S. State St.
PO Box 248
New Ulm, Minnesota, 56073
Phone 507-233-6605
Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/brownmn
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Full Time Bus Driver
Salary
$23.38 - $26.23 Hourly
Location
New Ulm, MN
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
00309
Department
Human Services - Transit
Opening Date
06/25/2026
Closing Date
7/9/2026 4:30 PM Central
- Description
- Benefits
- Questions
Provide safe, courteous and dependable transportation to public passengers of all ages and abilities.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Safely operate lift equipped buses carrying up to 18 passengers in all types of conditions while complying with BCHE policies and local, state, and federal traffic laws and regulations.
- Work collaboratively with all passengers, dispatch, personnel, Transit Manager, Transit Assistant Manager, other drivers, maintenance personnel, service providers (nursing home staff, business owners/operators, and community program managers).
- Decision making regarding bus problems/demanding situations (i.e. agitated/confused, ill passengers, mechanical failure, etc.) and handles according to established procedures
- Drivers are responsible for assisting, loading and unloading passengers, providing transit services as prescribed on mobile data computer (MDC)/ tablet.
- Review schedule daily and adjust to accommodate passenger needs and provide quality service in the safest and most efficient manner possible.
- Communicate via two-way radio with transit dispatcher and/or management on status of passengers, vehicle, and other associated concerns.
- Meet and maintain certification requirements set forth by the MN Department of Transportation’s office of Motor Carrier Services and/or other regulatory agencies.
- Conducts before (pre-trip), during and after (post-trip) vehicle preventative maintenance inspections in accordance with the MN Department of Motor Carrier Rules and regulations. Reports all mechanical malfunctions to Transit office and insures documentation.
- Serves as Transit Express representative in promoting the service, maintaining a positive attitude when responding to passenger questions/concerns and in discussions with the public regarding transit operations.
- Document daily fuel use and vehicle miles as well as completing incident/accident reports.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Transit Manager and Transit Assistant Manager.
- Other duties as assigned or apparent.
- Regular attendance is required.
- Attending meetings and training, as needed.
Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent and two (2) years bus driving experience; or
- Five (5) years as a licensed driver with previous experience preferably driving a larger vehicle (van or bus).
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive in the state of Minnesota.
- Ability to read and speak English as per FTA Safety regulations Part 391
- Obtain a valid MN Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement (knowledge and skills test) free of any cancellations, revocations, suspensions or convictions and a clear criminal record.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Pass required medical examination per Federal Motor Carrier Safety regulations and drug and alcohol testing as mandated by the FTA.
- Additional training required: 4 hrs. First Aid, 4 hrs. defensive driving, 4 hrs. abuse prevention and 8 hrs. passenger assistance (renew certification every 3 years)
- Must be able to lift 30lbs or more.
- Knowledge and skill in commercial bus driving.
- Knowledge and skill with Microsoft Office and basic computer use.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written or oral forms.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Ability to analyze and respond to problems.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Brown County provides a comprehensive, balanced, and competitive benefits package as part of your total compensation.
The following outline of County-offered benefits serves as an overview and does not provide all provisions, limitations, and exclusions. If there is a contradiction between this and the official plan documents, the plan documents will prevail.
Vacation
Vacation Accruals, Utilization, And Payouts Vary Within Each Collective Bargaining Agreement And/or The Employee Handbook. The Following Is The General Overview Of The Vacation Benefit For Full Time Employees
Years of Service Biweekly Accrual Rate (based on 80-hour pay period)
Years Completed Total Hours Per Year
Up to 4 years 101.66 hours
4 years but less than 8 years 130 hours
8 years but less than 12 years 157.30 hours
12 years but less than 16 years 185.38 hours
16 or more years 201.50 hours
Sick Leave
Full time employees may earn 8 hours of sick leave per month.
Paid Holidays
Most Employee Groups Observe The Following Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Day
President's Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day (Observed)
Labor Day
Veteran's Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
Health Insurance
Full-Time employees and employees working 30 or more hours per week may choose between single or family coverage. Eligibility begins on the first day of the month after the date of active employment.
The County has designated a base plan which is a high deductible plan with an HSA option. The County contributes monthly towards the cost of the health plan premiums with a semi-annual county contribution into employee's HSA for the single or the family coverage plan. For regular part time employees working 30 hours/week year around, the County will pay 75% of the county share of single coverage (base plan) which may be applied towards family coverage and also contribute 75% of the employer HSA contribution.
Life Insurance
Full-Time Employees are provided with the following term life insurance benefit at no cost to them. Regular part-time employees working 30 or more hours per week are eligible for this benefit with County paying 75% of premium. Eligibility begins on the first day of the month after the date of active employment.
$20,000 term life/$20,000 AD&D
Retirement
The County and the employee contribute to PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association)
- Employees must participate as directed by Minnesota statutes.
- Contribution rates vary depending on position.
- Employee may obtain refund of employee contribution upon termination of service.
The following benefits are available on an elective basis at the employee's choice:
- Dental
- Vision
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (FSA)
- Deferred Compensation (457b)
- Roth IRA
- Supplemental Life
- AFLAC Plans
(507) 233-6605.
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I understand that in order for my application to receive every consideration in the selection process, I must complete all of the following supplemental questions. I understand that I will only receive credit to responses that are supported in the information I provide in my employment application and that a resume will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Please check the "yes" button if you have read and understand this.
- Yes
- No
Do you wish to claim Veteran's Preference? Veterans Preference points are awarded to qualified veterans and spouses of disabled/deceased veterans. Points are awarded subject to provisions of M.S. 197.455. You must provide documentation (DD214 and/or VA documents) establishing your right to claim the preference. Please attach your documentation to this application.
- Veteran: As defined in Minn. Stat. 197.447.
- Disabled Veteran: Please provide documentation of a USDVA verified disability.
- Spouse of a disabled veteran with a service connected disability rating.
- Spouse of a deceased veteran who died on, or as a result of, an active duty injury.
- Not a Veteran or do not wish to claim a veteran's preference.
Please indicate which of the following minimum qualifications you possess. (Select all that apply).
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- Prior experience working with larger vehicles
- No combination of related education and/or experience as listed above
Please briefly describe the experience you listed in the previous question:
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Do you currently hold a MN Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement?
- Yes
- No
What is your experience driving a bus or a larger vehicle?
- No experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2-4 years
- 5 years
What best describes your experience working independently?
- No experience
- Less than 2 years
- 2-5 years
- 5 years
What experience do you have communicating with and assisting the general public in person?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1-3 years
- 3-5 years
- 5 years
What is your experience working with the elderly and people with disabilities?
- No experience
- Less than 1 year
- 1-3 years
- 3-5 years
- 5 years
What is your level of proficiency in mechanical knowledge of a larger vehicle or bus?
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
What best describes your level of proficiency with a mobility lift?
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Employer Brown County (MN)
Address 14 S. State St.
PO Box 248
New Ulm, Minnesota, 56073
Phone 507-233-6605
Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/brownmn
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We are committed to following best practices, including the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, to the extent feasible, however, we do not warrant compliance with these standards or any other accessibility standards. We are continually enhancing our platforms to ensure greater accessibility, and we actively seek out opportunities to improve accessibility features.
Ongoing Enhancements
Accessibility is an ongoing effort, and we are regularly updating our technology, services, and content to address accessibility barriers. Our team is dedicated to identifying areas for improvement and making enhancements that allow all users, regardless of their abilities, to fully engage with our services.
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