SCHOOL BUS DISPATCHER DRIVER at Antioch Unified School District
About the Employer
We are a unified school district serving more than 16,150 students in grades K -12. We have thirteen elementary schools, four middle schools, two comprehensive high schools, three specialized high schools, two alternative high schools and one K-8 school. We also offer a home schooling program, adult education courses and other unique programs to fit the needs of all students. Our school district employs approximately 1,100 certificated and nearly 900 classified employees. Antioch Unified School District is centrally located in the East Bay and provides ready access to scenic mountains, waterfronts, wine country, historical sites and the Pacific Ocean. Antioch is known as the “Gateway to the Delta” and is one of California’s oldest cities, with a diverse community of approximately 100,000. The Antioch Unified School District is a Merit System District. As such, final selection of our classified staff members will be made from candidates who have been placed on an eligibility list. Eligibility is determined via an evaluation and competitive screening/scoring of a candidate’s training and experience as demonstrated on the application and responses provided in the supplemental questions.
Requirements / Qualifications
Unit: CSEA Current Vacancies: 1 Classification Work Year: 12 months Work Hours: 8 hours/day - 5:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monthly Salary Range 129: Step A $4,298 Step B $4,516 Step C $4,745 Step D $4,985 Step E $5,237 Step F $5,503 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Thursday, January 12, 2023, by 4:30 p.m. Please apply here on Edjoin.org or visit the AUSD Classified Human Resources office located at 510 G Street, Antioch, CA 94509. You may also download an application and information at www.Antiochschools.net/Page/1100. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Do not leave any fields blank or write "see resume" or "see attached". Applicants will be notified of the status of their application within two weeks after the deadline date above. Any requests for reasonable accommodations must be submitted along with your application packet. Basic Function: Under the direction of the Manager-Transportation, schedule and arrange School Bus Transportation for Special Education Transportation, athletics, field trips and other school events; dispatch School Bus Drivers, School Bus Assistants, and Instructional Assistants Special Needs. Assign vehicles according to transportation requirements; participate in planning school bus schedules and routes; and perform other related duties as needed.
Knowledge of: Organization and general requirements of a transportation office including bus scheduling and routing; provisions of the California Vehicle Code and the Education Code applicable to the operation of school buses that transport Special Education Students: Automated and manual record keeping methods, techniques and systems; general office methods, practices and procedures; computer spreadsheet programs and other software used to communicate via email or develop reports; Safe and defensive driving practices: Proper operation of school buses; Applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations; record-keeping techniques; Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy; health and safety regulations; oral and written communication skills; Basic first aid procedures; special needs students (SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED). Education & Experience: Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and two years school bus driving experience. LICENSE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: A Valid California Special Driver Certificate for School Bus is Required. Valid California Class A or B commercial driver’s license with passenger, air brake and school bus endorsements. Valid First Aid and CPR Certification issued by an authorized agency. Maintain good driving record. Valid Medical Card. STRENGTH TESTING: All offers of employment are conditional upon the applicant’s satisfactory results of the Post Offer, Pre-Placement Physical Evaluation Program (PEP).
Requirements / Qualifications
Unit: CSEA Current Vacancies: 1 Classification Work Year: 12 months Work Hours: 8 hours/day - 5:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monthly Salary Range 129: Step A $4,298 Step B $4,516 Step C $4,745 Step D $4,985 Step E $5,237 Step F $5,503 APPLICATION DEADLINE: Thursday, January 12, 2023, by 4:30 p.m. Please apply here on Edjoin.org or visit the AUSD Classified Human Resources office located at 510 G Street, Antioch, CA 94509. You may also download an application and information at www.Antiochschools.net/Page/1100. Incomplete applications may be disqualified. Do not leave any fields blank or write "see resume" or "see attached". Applicants will be notified of the status of their application within two weeks after the deadline date above. Any requests for reasonable accommodations must be submitted along with your application packet. Basic Function: Under the direction of the Manager-Transportation, schedule and arrange School Bus Transportation for Special Education Transportation, athletics, field trips and other school events; dispatch School Bus Drivers, School Bus Assistants, and Instructional Assistants Special Needs. Assign vehicles according to transportation requirements; participate in planning school bus schedules and routes; and perform other related duties as needed.
Knowledge of: Organization and general requirements of a transportation office including bus scheduling and routing; provisions of the California Vehicle Code and the Education Code applicable to the operation of school buses that transport Special Education Students: Automated and manual record keeping methods, techniques and systems; general office methods, practices and procedures; computer spreadsheet programs and other software used to communicate via email or develop reports; Safe and defensive driving practices: Proper operation of school buses; Applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations; record-keeping techniques; Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy; health and safety regulations; oral and written communication skills; Basic first aid procedures; special needs students (SEE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION ATTACHED). Education & Experience: Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and two years school bus driving experience. LICENSE & OTHER REQUIREMENTS: A Valid California Special Driver Certificate for School Bus is Required. Valid California Class A or B commercial driver’s license with passenger, air brake and school bus endorsements. Valid First Aid and CPR Certification issued by an authorized agency. Maintain good driving record. Valid Medical Card. STRENGTH TESTING: All offers of employment are conditional upon the applicant’s satisfactory results of the Post Offer, Pre-Placement Physical Evaluation Program (PEP).
Comments and Other Information
Selection & Examinations: The selection process will consist of an application screening for completeness and qualifications. A written exam (weighted 40%) and an oral interview exam (weighted 60%). A passing score must be achieved on each portion of the exams. The date of the exams will be determined. If your application is accepted to move forward with the examination process, you will be notified by the human resources department of the time and location. Final selection will be made from those who achieve the three highest ranking scores.
The Antioch Unified School District (AUSD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. AUSD prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and bullying in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital, family or parental status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans’ status, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the District's Title IX Coordinator: Christine Ibarra, Associate Superintendent, Educational Services, 510 G Street, Antioch, CA 94509, 925-779-7500 or by email at Christineibarra@antiochschools.net.
Merit District - An Equal Opportunity Employer Posting Date 12/9/22
Comments and Other Information
Selection & Examinations: The selection process will consist of an application screening for completeness and qualifications. A written exam (weighted 40%) and an oral interview exam (weighted 60%). A passing score must be achieved on each portion of the exams. The date of the exams will be determined. If your application is accepted to move forward with the examination process, you will be notified by the human resources department of the time and location. Final selection will be made from those who achieve the three highest ranking scores.
The Antioch Unified School District (AUSD) is committed to ensuring equal, fair, and meaningful access to employment and education services. AUSD prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment, and bullying in any employment practice, education program, or educational activity on the basis of actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital, family or parental status, medical condition, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy and related conditions, race, religion, retaliation, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, Vietnam Era Veterans’ status, or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics or any other basis prohibited by California state and federal nondiscrimination laws respectively. Not all bases of discrimination will apply to both education services and employment. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination and civil rights should be directed to the District's Title IX Coordinator: Christine Ibarra, Associate Superintendent, Educational Services, 510 G Street, Antioch, CA 94509, 925-779-7500 or by email at Christineibarra@antiochschools.net.
Merit District - An Equal Opportunity Employer Posting Date 12/9/22
Application Deadline
1/12/2023 4:30 PM Pacific
Date Posted
12/9/2022
Number of Openings
1
Add'l Salary Info
Monthly Salary Range: Step A $4,298 to $5,503 (full details below)
Length of Work Year
12 Months
Employment Type
Full Time
RECRUITMENT TYPE
PROMOTIONAL ONLY