Job Posting

Today's Date:	08/01/2010
Vacancy No:	SUBTRANSP
Category:	0160 - Substitutes - Non Instructional
Job Title:	602 - Sub Transportation
Campus:	603 - TRANSPORTATION
Open Date:	01/28/2010
Closing Date:	UNTIL FILLED
Number of Openings:	1
Employment Type:	SUBSTITUTE
Experience Level:	SEE REQUIREMENTS SECTION OF POSTED JOB
Education/Related Experience:	SEE REQUIREMENTS SECTION
Pay Range:	$10.65 Hrly
Calendar Days:
Requirements:	SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVER To transport students to and from school and on trips in a safe manner. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Education/Certification:     CDL (Commercial Drivers License with air brake, passenger and S endorsement)      State of Texas School Bus Drivers Certification        CPR/First Aid Certified       Must be insurable by the District   Special Knowledge/Skills:       Experience working with school age children helpful     In-house training in working with students with special needs      Trained in securing wheelchairs (tie downs)                         Minimum Experience:                   None
Description:	JOB TITLE:     Substitute Bus Driver                      HOURLY:       $10.65                                      REPORTS TO:            Transportation field Coordinator                                                             DEPT/SCHOOL:         Transportation Department        MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:    1.         Safely transport students to and from school or on trips.    2.         Assist special needs students while loading, riding, and unloading school bus. Note: Bus Aide will assume this duty; however, the driver is responsible and is to observe and assist if necessary.    3.         Oversee the safety and discipline management of the students while loading, riding, and unloading the school bus.                4.         Maintain basic operations of the bus.    5.         Conduct all required bus inspections in a thorough manner.    6.         Complete all required forms as specified in the Department Handbook.    7.         Participate in bus evacuations and supervise bus captain training.    8.         Attend all safety meetings.                          9.        All other duties as assigned.    EQUIPMENT USED:                Wheelchair lift and bus supplied safety equipment.             Student Safety Vests             Wheelchair tie-down straps   WORKING CONDITIONS:  Mental Demands:    Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)   Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:               Occasional heavy lifting, stooping, bending or kneeling and constant sitting.               Exposure to seasonal weather changes.                 Regular attendance.    ----------- The foregoing statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. GPISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of the Galena Park Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its employment practices.
Application Procedure:	In and Out of District Applicants must apply online by creating an account on the GPISD Applicant Portal at: - http://www.galenaparkisd.com/appportal.php
Contact Person:	WARNIETA A BOOKER, Safety/Driver Trainer Galena Park Independent School District TRANSPORTATION GPISD Transportation Dept 812 Normandy Houston, TX 77015 Phone: 832.386.2720 Fax: 832.386.2742 E-mail: wbooker@galenaparkisd.com

GPISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of the Galena Park Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its employment practices.