• Job Description

  Req#: 22082
  Position Type:
  SUPPORT - TRANSPORTATION POSITIONS/ DRIVER, TRAINER-BUS (J4402)
  
  
  Date Posted:
  3/11/2025
  
  
  Location:
  COCKEYSVILLE SVC CTR (089645)
  
  
  Closing Date:
  03/25/2025
  
  
  Schedules and facilitates orientation programs for prospective school bus drivers and attendants.
  Provides classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction and training to Baltimore County Public School bus drivers and attendants.
  Provides instruction in rules, regulations, policies, and best practices regarding student transportation. Provides safety-related and defensive driving instruction and training.
  Administers school bus driver observations in accordance with COMAR regulations.
  Develops instructional and training programs and materials. Provides advice and guidance regarding transportation issues.
  Serves as permanent member of the Accident Review Committee.
  Assists and coordinates activities between Baltimore County Public Schools and other local and state agencies.
  Performs other duties as assigned.
  Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.
  Three years of experience in the operation of a school bus to transport students.
  Possession of a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with proper endorsements for the operation of school buses.
  Possession of a valid certification as a school bus driver in accordance with Code of Maryland and Maryland State Department of Education regulations.
  Successful completion of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) instructor coursework required within six months of employment.
  Knowledge of the principles and practices of driving a school bus.
  Knowledge of the principles and best practices of student transportation.
  Knowledge of Maryland Vehicle Law and Code of Maryland bylaws.
  Knowledge of transportation safety issues.
  Knowledge of training and instructional programs.
  Skill in the operation of a school bus.
  Skill in transporting students.
  Skill in communicating effectively with students, parents, school administrators, and others.
  Skill in safety best practices.
  Ability to provide classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction and training to Baltimore County Public School bus drivers and attendants.
  Ability to develop and implement pre-service and in-service training programs.
  Ability to instruct and demonstrate behavior management techniques in accordance with CPI practice.
  Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted. If an applicant started an application with BCPS in the past and at a later date decides to apply for additional positions, it is the applicant's responsibility to review the entire application and ensure that all data is up to date (for example, the applicant may need to add additional schooling or certifications, an additional work experience, or provide updated references). The applicant must remember to review the entire application each time for accuracy and submit each time for a new or different vacancy.
  Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted. Applicants should notify their reference proactively to inform them they will receive a form via email through a MAILBOT email address from Baltimore County Public Schools. Applicants should also inform their reference(s) of the job they are applying to.
  Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
  Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.
  All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
  Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
  If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
  Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
  Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
  All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
  Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.
  BALTIMORE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
  
  CLASS TITLE : TRAINER, TRANSPORTATION
  
  REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Training
  
  SCHEDULE : Full Time
  
  DEFINITION :
  Assists in the planning, preparation, and instruction of courses and training for school bus drivers and attendants. Administers the Maryland Motor Vehicle (MVA) skills test to school bus drivers to obtain Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDL). Trains school bus drivers and attendants in the principles and practices of school bus operation, student transportation, and related matters. Develops and implements pre-employment and in-service training programs. Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  
  ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
  • Schedules and facilitates orientation programs for prospective school bus drivers and attendants.
  • Provides classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction and training to Baltimore County Public School bus drivers and attendants.
  • Provides instruction in rules, regulations, policies, and best practices regarding student transportation. Provides safety-related and defensive driving instruction and training.
  • Administers school bus driver observations in accordance with COMAR regulations.
  • Develops instructional and training programs and materials. Provides advice and guidance regarding transportation issues.
  • Serves as permanent member of the Accident Review Committee.
  • Assists and coordinates activities between Baltimore County Public Schools and other local and state agencies.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  Education, Training, and Experience:
  • Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.
  • Three years of experience in the operation of a school bus to transport students.
  
  Licenses and Certificates:
  • Possession of a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with proper endorsements for the operation of school buses.
  • Possession of a valid certification as a school bus driver in accordance with Code of Maryland and Maryland State Department of Education regulations.
  • Successful completion of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) instructor coursework required within six months of employment.
  
  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of the principles and practices of driving a school bus.
  • Knowledge of the principles and best practices of student transportation.
  • Knowledge of Maryland Vehicle Law and Code of Maryland bylaws.
  • Knowledge of transportation safety issues.
  • Knowledge of training and instructional programs.
  • Skill in the operation of a school bus.
  • Skill in transporting students.
  • Skill in communicating effectively with students, parents, school administrators, and others.
  • Skill in safety best practices.
  • Ability to provide classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction and training to Baltimore County Public School bus drivers and attendants.
  • Ability to develop and implement pre-service and in-service training programs.
  • Ability to instruct and demonstrate behavior management techniques in accordance with CPI practice.
  
  PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
  Work requires the operation of school buses, the transportation of students, and travel throughout Baltimore County and the state of Maryland. Work is conducted in classroom, office, and outdoor settings.
  
  
  CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
  Persons appointed to this class must possess certification requirements to operate a school bus in the state of Maryland in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and must maintain these certification requirements throughout their employment.
  
  Possession of a Maryland State Department of Education certification for driver instructor is required within six months of employment. Possession of a Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration certification to administer CDL field tests is required within three months of employment.
  
  Persons appointed to this class must be physically qualified to drive a commercial motor vehicle in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations and must remain physically qualified to operate such vehicles throughout their employment. Persons holding a commercial driver’s license (CDL) are subject to alcohol and drug testing in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations and Board of Education policy.
  
  GRADE: Grade 9 on the AFSCME Pay Scale
  
  SALARY: Hourly rates range from $25.73 - $38.77.
  
  Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at https://www.bcps.org/fiscalservices/payroll .
  
  OTHER COMPENSATION:
  
  This position may also be eligible for shift differential and longevity as per the AFSME Master Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding. Visit the BCPS website for additional information at https://www.bcps.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=2828&pageId=69996497 .
  
  FLSA: Non-exempt
  
  BENEFITS: BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans. Other benefits include sick, paid holidays, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits and retirement orientation upon hire.
  
  Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement
  
  Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees’ Retirement System.
  
  Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required
  
  
  Application Instructions
  Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.
  • Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS). Each time an applicant applies to a job with BCPS, the application must be resubmitted. If an applicant started an application with BCPS in the past and at a later date decides to apply for additional positions, it is the applicant's responsibility to review the entire application and ensure that all data is up to date (for example, the applicant may need to add additional schooling or certifications, an additional work experience, or provide updated references). The applicant must remember to review the entire application each time for accuracy and submit each time for a new or different vacancy.
  • Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted. Applicants should notify their reference proactively to inform them they will receive a form via email through a MAILBOT email address from Baltimore County Public Schools. Applicants should also inform their reference(s) of the job they are applying to.
  • Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment, including student teaching and internship experience, and include names, addresses, and telephone numbers of employers.
  • Be sure to answer all criminal background questions. If you answer "yes" to any of the criminal background questions you must provide a written explanation. A criminal offense does not necessarily exclude an applicant from employment with BCPS. Factors such as passage of time since the offense, the nature of the violation, and the extent of rehabilitation will be taken into consideration.
  Pre-Employment Requirements:
  • All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109. An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
  • Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
  • If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
  • Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
  • Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
  • All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
  • Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.
  Non-Discrimination Statement
  
  The Board of Education of Baltimore County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or veteran status in matters affecting employment or in providing access to educational programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the Board’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to: EEO Officer, Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, Baltimore County Public Schools, 6901 Charles Street, Building B, Towson, Maryland 21204 (443-809-8937). There is a compliance officer responsible for identifying, preventing, and remedying prohibited harassment concerning students. Complaints of harassment should be directed to the executive director, Department of School Safety and Security, 9610 Pulaski Park Drive, Suite 219, Baltimore, Maryland 21220 (443-809-4360).
  
  Contact Information
  TiErra Johnson, SHRM-CP
  HR Analyst, Office of Staffing
  6901 Charles Street
  Towson, Maryland 21204
  Phone: 443-809-7872
  Fax: 410-887-7876
  Email: tjohnson39@bcps.org
  
  
  
  
  

• About the company

  Baltimore County Public Schools is the school district in charge of all public schools in Baltimore County, Maryland, United States.

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