NASS Bus Driver (Part-Time)

NASS Bus Driver (Part-Time) JOB TYPE: Full Time LOCATION: Nay Ah Shing School REPORTS TO: Transportation Coordinator SALARY RANGE: $25.00/hour (for part-time only/no benefits) Any individual who receives an offer of employment or will receive a payroll check are required to submit to a drug and alcohol test as a condition of obtaining employment. Mille Lacs Band Member/American Indian preference applies SUMMARY: The Bus Driver is responsible to transport students in accordance with local and state laws and regulations ensuring a safe environment for students while bus in in transport mode. The bus driver follows safety rules for students entering and exiting the bus, complies with traffic regulations in a safe and courteous manner, maintains order among students, and keeps a log on the condition of the school bus vehicle to ensure that everything is in working order. This is a school year position with 45 weeks of employment. QUALIFICATIONS: • High School diploma or GED required. • Three-month to one year Certificate of completion in a truck or bus driving program. • Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience as a bus driver or truck driver. • Must have a valid Class B Minnesota Driver’s license with school bus and passenger endorsement. • Must have clean or good driving record with the ability to be insured under the Band’s auto insurance policy. • Must have up-to-date First Aid Certification. • Projects a positive image of service, which represents the area of assignment. • Complies with Mille Lacs Band drug and alcohol policy. • Complies with Federal background check policy. • Must have a valid Class B Minnesota Driver’s license with school bus and passenger endorsement. • Must be insurable under the Mille Lacs Band Drivers Insurance policy. • Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. • Must pass a background check. • A staff person with direct contact with or access to children in care must disclose the arrest, conviction, and applicant background information if that staff person: (a) has a conviction of, has admitted to, has an adjudication of delinquency for, has been charged and is awaiting trial for, or a preponderance of the evidence indicates the person has committed: a crime against a child; an act of physical or sexual abuse; neglect; a felony; the same or similar crimes as those in this subsection listed in the laws of another state or of the United States or of any Tribal law; (b) has a conviction of, has admitted to, has an adjudication of delinquency for, has been charged and is awaiting trial for, or a preponderance of the evidence indicates the person has committed any misdemeanor offense under Federal, State, or Tribal law involving crimes of violence; sexual assault, molestation, exploitation, contact or prostitution; crimes against persons; or offenses committed against children. The Licensing Committee may evaluate the nature and time of a misdemeanor assault charge as well as other types of misdemeanor crimes not specified in this section to determine whether employment is appropriate. 8 MLBSA § 1212(a-b). DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Drives the bus on assigned routes, notifying the coordinator of any changes during route. • Follows state and local laws and regulations. • Checks the condition of the vehicle’s tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure everything is in working order. • Ensures the safety and well-being of children being transported to and from school and on field trips, while maintaining schedule. • Ensures children are dropped off at requested location only. • Follows procedures to guarantee that all children have departed the bus at the end of all bus routes (morning, evening and during field trips or other special trips). • Ensures that the bus always has sufficient fuel. • Is reliable and on time to ensure routes stay on time. • Other duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS: • Work exposes incumbent to conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, and gases. • Work is performed for sustained periods outdoors and occasionally in hot, cold, or inclement weather. • Hours are typically two hours in the morning and two hours in the afternoon, but possibly with some extra hours, particularly during the winter. • Local travel is required. Submit resume, cover letter, and employment application to: Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Employment Coordinator 43408 Oodena Dr. Onamia, MN 56359 Fax: 320-532-7492 Email: hr@millelacsband.com Posted Nov 14th, 2025