Pitt County Schools
Job Description
Position Title: School Bus Driver
Reports To: Bus Supervisor
Supervises: No One
General Statement of Duties
Performs duties of transporting students in accordance with Federal Laws, State Laws, and Pitt County Board of Education Policy.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Ability to meet legal and physical requirements of North Carolina
School Bus Certification and Pitt County Board of Education Policy
Ability to operate and maneuver a school bus with proficiency
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels, i.e., administrative, parents, students, and the general public.
Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations
Ability to earn the respect of students of all ages and deal sensitively with their needs
Education and Special Skills Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a school bus S restriction
Must be able to successfully complete a medical examination meeting standards set forth by the School Bus & Traffic Safety Section of the NC Division of Motor Vehicles and Pitt County Schools
Must be able to successfully complete Physical Performance Evaluation meeting standards set forth by the School Bus & Traffic Safety Section of the NC Division of Motor Vehicles and Pitt County Schools
Term of Employment
180 days
School Year Calendar
Probationary Periods
Initial employment: 90 days
Responsibilities
Drive a school bus safely and professionally
Maintain order and discipline of students assigned to the school bus in accordance with the Pitt County Board of Education Policy pertaining to Discipline and School Code of Conduct
Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the school bus notifying the transportation department immediately of defects before the bus is moved except to prevent immediate injury or loss of life
Complies with all Federal Laws, State Laws, and Local Rules, Regulations, and Policies
Maintains logs and completes reports as requested
Participates in training and workshops
Performs other duties as may be assigned.