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Full Time Bus Driver Class 2-INTERNAL BID ONLY

Des Moines Public School District
Des Moines, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026

Posting date is Thursday, May 21, 2026

Applications received by end of business day, Sunday, May 31, 2026 will be considered. 

Applicants must apply online.

 

 

TITLE: Bus Driver Class 2

 

DEPARTMENT: Transportation

 

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

 

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Director of Transportation or Transportation Specialist

 

EVALUATES: Not applicable

POSITION INVENTORY: B21

 

POSITION TYPE: TRANS

FLSA Status: 

Non Exempt

Full Time

Academic Calendar 

Regularyly 30-40 hours a week

 

BASIC FUNCTION:

Operate a school bus in a safe and efficient manner to ensure the safety of passengers. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the Transportation Department.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  1. Operate the school bus in a safe, effective, and proficient manner.
  2. Provide guidance and training to bus associates in the performance of their respective assignments and duties.
  3. Comply with all pre-trip and post-trip procedures and expectations.
  4. Report all vehicle damage and/or repair items using established procedures and forms.
  5. Ensure interior and exterior cleanliness and appearance of the school bus.
  6. Maintain appropriate student behavior on the bus and report policy infractions as appropriate.
  7. Assist in providing the necessary safeguards to prevent loss of or damage to property, or failure of mechanical equipment.
  8. Assist in the inspection, operation, and use of specialized equipment for students who may have additional accommodations, including wheelchairs, safety vests, etc.
  9. Complete Medicare paperwork.
  10. Utilize a computer for District and Department email communications and online training courses.
  11. Attend professional development.
  12. Adhere to District policies/procedures and Department work rules.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):

  1. Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
  2. Maintain confidentiality.
  3. Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
  4. Assist with other duties as may be assigned.


HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:


Required Education and Experience:

 

1.Twenty (20) years of age or older.
2. Ability to obtain Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) prior to hire.
3. Ability to obtain Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within a 60-day period from date of hire.
4. Working knowledge of city and school locations.
5. Ability to use computer to take required online training.
6. Effective communication skills.
7. For internal candidates: 

  • Meets or better rating on employee evaluation criteria established by the district.
  • 10 or fewer days of absence during the past 12 months,
  • zero (0) incidents involving formal discipline on file, and meets all other stated requirements of the job posting.

 

Desired Education and Experience:

 

1. Ability to support the behavioral, health, and safety needs of students, including those with additional accommodations. 

 

Skills and Abilities: 

PHYSICAL DEMAND:

FREQUENCY:

Standing

Occasional 1% - 32%

Walking

Occasional 1% - 32%

Sitting

Constant 67%

Bending/Stooping

Occasional 1% - 32%

Reaching/Pushing/Pulling operating bus

Frequent 33% - 66%

Climbing/Stairs

Occasional 1% - 32%

Driving

Constant 67%

Lifting/Pulling/Pushing (75 lbs.)

Occasional 1% - 32%

Carrying (10 feet)

Occasional 1% - 32%

Manual Dexterity Tasks

 

Telephone

Occasional 1% - 32%

Computer

Occasional 1% - 32%

Other

Occasional 1% - 32%

Working Conditions

 

Inside

Frequent 33% - 66%

Outside

Frequent 33% - 66%

Extremes of Temperature/Humidity

Frequent 33% - 66%

  

 

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation,

 

Approved By: Emily Behrens

Date: 9/27/2023

Salary : $24

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