Bus Operator (S27-001-4)

Bus Operator (S27-001-4) JobID: 75940 Position Type: Bus Operator/Transportation/Bus OperatorDate Posted: 10/27/2026Location: Gilmer County Board Of Education Central OfficeDate Available: 2026/2027 School Year Closing Date: 11/04/2026County: Gilmer County Schools Additional Information: Show/HidePosition: Bus Operator, Rocky Fork, Sand Fork Area to include Right Fork Ellis, Main Ellis, Joes Run, Sand Fork Road and VanHorn Drive.Employment Term: Remainder of the 2026-2027 School year, 200 days thereafter.Description: Personnel employed to operate school buses as needed on a rotational basis throughout the county.Job Summary: PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Becomes thoroughly familiar with the contents of the West Virginia Transportation Regulations for school bus operators.2. Posts in the bus a copy of the Regulations for Pupils Transported in School Buses and a copy of the bus schedule.3. Performs pre-trip inspections daily.4. Prepares and keeps a list of students riding the bus.5. Discharges students only at designated stops unless permission is granted by the principal or a note of permission from the parent or guardian.6. Allows students who are not assigned to his/her bus to board only if permission has been granted by the principal or by a note of request from the parent or guardian.7. Runs on a regular schedule and reports to the principal or supervisor any reasons for delay.8. Maintains professional appearance and wears uniform.9. Leaves school only after checking that all children are loaded.10. Cleans thoroughly inside and outside of bus as directed by the transportation supervisor.11. Does not allow students to extend any part of their body out of the bus windows.12. Practices emergency unloading procedures at least twice per year.13. Does not leave bus with motor running. Has brake set any time when leaving the bus.14. Makes sure all emergency equipment, such as first aid kits, fire extinguishers, chains, flares, axe, etc are on bus and in good condition.15. Completes all required reports on date requested.16. Follows the Gilmer County Discipline Policy.17. Must be available for emergency school closings.18. Reports any accident or damage to bus immediately to the transportation director.19. Reports needed repairs to mechanic.20. Follows railroad crossing procedures.21. Maintains positive work habits.22. Performs duties efficiently and productively.23. Maintains and/or upgrades skills.24. Performs other duties assigned by the transportation director.25. Bus will remain parked at assigned location during and after school hours.Qualifications:Hold certification as a bus operator as required by WV Transportation RegulationsPossess the knowledge, skills and ability to successfully carry out responsibilities of the position.Gilmer County accepts applications/bid sheets electronically. Please direct any questions about the posting to the Office of the Superintendent.Applicants who have been dismissed or who have had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district are not eligible for consideration;applicants who have recent unsatisfactory evaluations are not to be considered eligible for consideration; applicants who demonstrate unsatisfactory interview performance are not eligible for consideration; and, applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible forconsideration.As required by federal law and regulations, the Gilmer County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, marital status, disability, age and national origin in employment and in the administration of any of its education programs or activities. Inquiries may be referred to Title IX Coordinator,Gilmer County Board of Education, 454 Vanhorn Drive.Glenville, WV 26351, phone 304-462-7386; to the Elimination of Sex Discrimination Program Coordinator304-558-7864; or the US Department of Education's Director of the Office of Civil Rights 215-596-6795.Salary based on experience and education level per state salary schedule plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation.