District Transportation Van Monitor

Job Description

Title: Transportation Monitor FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Classification: Operational Support

Immediate Supervisor: Director of Operational Services

Job Summary: Assist with the supervision and safety of students while being transported to school. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the transportation department.

Hiring Specifications:

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Additional training in areas related to scope of responsibility not required but is considered a plus

Certification

Appropriate State of Iowa license and endorsements required for the vehicle assigned, or ability to obtain after hire

Appropriate medical qualification

Experience

At least 18 years of age

Previous van or bus driving experience is not required but is considered a plus

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Ability to drive a school vehicle as a substitute if a driver is absent

Reliability and dependability

Ability to get along with others

Moral conduct that is not detrimental to the best interest of children

Patience

Considerateness

Even temperament

Calmness under stress

Freedom from addiction to narcotics or habit-forming drugs

Freedom from addiction to alcoholic beverages or liquors

Ability to operate a vehicle safely

Knowledge of motor vehicle laws

Ability to easily get in and out of the school vehicle assigned

Ability to render assistance to passengers in the event of an accident and/or safety incident

Must pass a pre-employment drug test and subsequent drug screenings

Ability to meet or exceed the medical standards of state and federal departments of transportation

Ability to sit and remain alert while driving for long periods of time

Any other requirements required by law.

Personal Contacts:

Students and families

Director of Operational Services

Transportation Coordinator

Transportation Router

Other district staff

Job Duties:

Assist in the supervision and support of students to ensure behavioral, health, and safety needs are met; report policy infractions, as appropriate

Physically assist the driver in loading and unloading students, including students with accommodations such as wheelchairs, safety vests, etc.

Perform visual safety equipment inspection at the start of each route; including harnesses, wheelchair tie down devices, etc.

Report all equipment damage and/or repair items using established procedures

Assist in assuring interior cleanliness and appearance of the school bus

Assist in providing the necessary safeguards to prevent loss of or damage to property, or failure of mechanical equipment

Serve as a substitute driver is a driver is absent or unable to drive

Adhere to District policies/procedures and Department work rules.

Maintains appropriate behavior of student in the vehicle at all times

Adheres to district and State policies on physical contact with children

Attends work on a prompt and regular basis

Maintains satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees

Maintains confidentiality

Completes mandatory trainings and tasks on time as directed

Assists with other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements:

NEVER

0%

OCCASIONAL

1-32%

FREQUENT

33-66%

CONSTANT

67%+

A.

Standing

X

B.

Walking

C.

Sitting

D.

Bending/Stooping

E.

Pushing/Pulling (up to 50 lbs)

F.

Reaching

G.

Climbing/Stairs

H.

Driving

I.

Lifting (specify weight)

up to 50 lbs.

J.

Carrying

K.

Manual Dexterity Tasks

Telephone

Computer

Other (specify) 2-way Radio

L.

Working Conditions

Inside

Outside

Extremes in temp/humidity

Terms of Employment: Nine months per year, approximately 172 days per year

Date Last Revised: September 25, 2024