Trainer - Bus Drivers

Trains school bus drivers and school bus aides in driving and safety techniques.

Essential Functions

• Designs training courses, materials and tests. Collects and assembles training materials. Recommends and implements modifications in training courses based on new state laws and regulations.
• Provides pre-service training to school bus drivers and school bus aides in driving and safety techniques and procedures as mandated by Federal and State laws.
• Conducts in-service training programs for annual school bus driver and school bus aide recertification.
• Investigates school bus accidents, prepares accident reports, and serves as a member of the Accident Review Committee.
• Functions as liaison with state and city driving and safety agencies.
• Operates audio-visual equipment.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.
• Performs other related duties as assigned, including but not limited to functioning as a driver or aide on school runs, athletic and cultural trips, or other transportation requests as needed.
• Required to satisfactorily pass an annual Federal and State required physical examination.
• Meet all licensing requirements of the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration for school vehicle drivers, including commercial driver's license with the appropriate endorsements.
• Be compliant with all Federal and State requirements governing commercial school vehicle drivers.

Desired Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Five years operating motor equipment and commercial driving experience.
• Maryland Class A or B Commercial or an equivalent out-of-state driver's license with passenger and school bus endorsements.
• Should have zero (0) points on their Motor Vehicle Administration record.
• Demonstrated knowledge of training principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Maryland vehicle operation laws.
• Ability to plan, develop and conduct training programs.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Additional Details

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits - This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org