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SCHOOL BUS DRIVER $15.32/HR – NO CDL REQUIRED!

NON-CDL Bus Driver 
Transportation - Hilltop Terminal 
Hourly, benefits eligible with minimum hours 
FTE: Part-time 

New Competitive wage of $15.32 per hour 


Essential Functions and Objectives: 
The NON-CDL Route Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient transport of school-aged children and other authorized personnel safely and efficiently over specified routes to and from schools. This position conducts pre-trip inspections; observes safety regulations and policies; enforces student discipline on the bus; and performs related work. The essential functions include: 

- Collaborates, interacts with, and communicates with all Transportation personnel regarding routes updates & interacts professionally with parents, community, and passengers a customer service oriented approach. Must be able to work flexible shifts in all weather conditions. 

- Ensures that the bus can be operated safely before driving and conducts pre-trip & post-trip safety inspections as required by district and state laws to include observing visual defects and checking operating systems to include brakes, horn, lights, and devices. Reports defect or needed repairs to Maintenance. Understand basic mechanical functions 

- Adheres to directives given by radio dispatch and responds when called over a two-way radio. 

- Obeys all traffic laws and transportation practices as outlined in the Transportation Department Handbook, School Board Policy and local ordinances. 

- Checks with the dispatcher daily for any changes in normal duties or new student passengers. Keeps assigned time schedules, which may require driving during pre-daylight, and dusk periods, and makes every effort to be on time while ensuring safety. 

- Transports students with disabilities operating and installing proper special needs equipment (e.g. integrated seats, Besi seat, safety vest), and maintaining current knowledge of assistive equipment use and installation. 

- Represents the Department and District professionally at all times with adherence to applicable dress code. Works collaboratively with Bus Paraprofessionals and school staff 

- Manages passenger and student behavior using proper department procedures for student management issues to ensure safety. 

Knowledge, Experience & Other Qualifications: 

- A current and valid State of Colorado drivers' license 

- Must be 21 years of age. 

- Must meet District insurability requirements for driving a district vehicle. 

- Must meet Colorado Department of Education and FMCSR Part 382 requirements. 

- Must pass Department of Transportation physical (DOT). 

- Certification in First Aid / CPR, desired (within 90 Days) 
Knowledge of city of Denver landmarks and streets preferred 
Ability to work effectively as a team member 
Ability to multi-task and complete work with frequent interruptions 
Ability to communicate clearly in English, in both written and oral formats. 

Education Requirements: 

- High school diploma or equivalent. 

Other information: 

Thank you for your interest in the DPS Transportation Services Department. We are looking for individuals that demonstrate and share our DPS Core Values of Integrity, Equity, Accountability, Collaboration, Fun, and putting Students First. Come join the DPS team and make an impact at a great organization! DPS has become the fastest-growing large school district in Colorado and is widely recognized today as one of the best urban school systems in the country. We believe that innovative transportation services, and caring drivers and paraprofessionals, are an extension of the school day and support learning outside of the classroom. We are passionate about providing safe school bus transportation to our student riders. A safe pleasant ride helps students start and end the school day on a positive note. This can have an enormous impact on a student's attitude toward school. We all have a definite role in the safe operation of our school transportation system and we would love for you to be a part of the team! 

About Denver Public Schools: 

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students. 

Under the leadership of Superintendent Tom Boasberg and guided by the tenets of The Denver Plan, DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at . 

High school diploma or equivalent. 

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.