BUS DRIVER

March 2026

BUS DRIVER

Liberty School District is accepting applications for a Bus Driver for the 2026-27 school year.  The position will be 180 days with a range of 3-5 hours per day with morning/afternoon routes, dependent on 2026-27 student enrollment.  Training will be provided Summer 2026.

SUMMARY: Operates a school bus in a legal and safe manner, transporting students to and from school, activities and field trips away from the school, as directed by performing the following duties.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST HAVE:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid Washington State driver’s license, with 5 years of prior driving experience
• CDL Class B license with air brake, passenger and school bus endorsements or willingness to obtain
• Valid 1^st Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain
• Ability to be self-motivated and a self-starter
• Undergo pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES including the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Know, understand and consistently apply all practices of "School Bus Driver Handbook" published by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).
• Possess excellent visual acuity.
• Be familiar with tasks specifically required in transporting disabled students. Keep all certificate requirements current.
• Adhere to all district health and safety policies.
• Drive buses safely on regular scheduled routes, field or activity trips, or as needed to meet the functions of the overall operation needs of the district.
• Maintain control over student passengers, utilizing effective communications and student management techniques.
• Participate in bus driver training courses as established by OSPI.
• Instruct students in emergency bus evacuation procedures. (Conducts drills twice a year)
• Report misconduct on bus through established district procedures.
• Operate two-way radio as needed.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip bus inspection to ensure that all parts are operating and the bus is safe.
• Fuel bus as needed. Clean interior daily and clean exterior of bus as needed. Complete daily log forms and other required paperwork accurately and promptly.
• Physically able to maneuver and control a school bus under all driving conditions.
• Able to use all hand/foot operated controls and equipment.

TO APPLY: Please apply through our website:  https://www.libertysd.us/job-openings

Questions regarding this opening may be directed to Jenny Janson, Transportation Director, at (509)245-3217 x 3229.  jjanson@libertysd.us

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

SALARY:      TBD for 2026-27

($23.26 - $31.26 per hour for 2025-26 school year)

BENEFITS:  Liberty School District offers a competitive benefits package to employees who work half-time or more. These benefits are administered by the Washington State Health Care Authority/Public Employee Benefits Board.

Medical: Choice of six medical plans. Employee cost is dependent upon which plan is chosen and which family members are covered.
Dental: Choice of three dental plans. Dental insurance is a mandatory benefit and is free to the employee and family.
Life Insurance: Basic life insurance in the amount of $35,000 is mandatory and is free to the employee. Additional/optional life insurance can be purchased at an additional cost for the employee and family.
Long-term Disability Insurance:  Basic long-term disability insurance is mandatory and is free to the employee. Additional long-term disability can be purchased at an additional cost.

LIBERTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER    

Liberty School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal in its programs, employment, and/or activities. The district will provide equal access to school facilities to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups. District programs will be free of sexual harassment.   

The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:

Jerrad Jeske, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, 29818 S. North Pine Creek Rd., Spangle WA 99031, (509) 245-3211 ext. 2213, jjeske@libertysd.us; Kyle Dodge, Title IX Coordinator, 6404 E. Spangle-Waverly Rd., Spangle WA 99031, (509) 245-3229 ext. 1221, kdodge@libertysd.us; Cyndi Clements, Section 504 Coordinator, 29818 S. North Pine Creek Rd., Spangle WA 99031, (509) 245-3211 ext. 2217, cclements@libertysd.us.

Salary : $23 - $31