Job Description

Van Driver, Hours Vary, Full Time or Part Time, Permanent, 2026-2027 School Year
*Department of Transportation pre-placement DOT physical and drug screen test is required*

The North Clackamas School District strives to create an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster equity and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application.

The incumbent provides services within the student transportation services area with specific responsibilities for transporting students over assigned routes; ensuring safe vehicle operation and required inspections; and ensuring safety of students during transport, loading and unloading, under the direct supervision of the transportation administrator.

COMPENSATION:
Initial wage placement according to NCSD/OSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

CLASSIFIED WAGE SCHEDULE 2026-2027 JOB GROUP Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Step 9 C20.4821.5222.5923.7224.8826.1627.4628.83

Retirement Plan Contributions
North Clackamas School District participates in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS and OPSRP) on behalf of its employees. The district contributes the employer portion; there is also a mandatory employee portion. Upon eligibility, which is defined as working at least six full calendar months in a qualifying position, the employee is required to contribute 6% as their employee portion, via payroll deduction. Part-time employees working at least six months and 600 hours in a calendar year will qualify.

SCHEDULE: TBD, subject to change depending on department needs, split shifts. Set time each day may vary due to transportation routing needs and route assignments.

WORK CALENDAR: 185 days

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Incumbents must have successful experience in working with culturally diverse families and communities, or have otherwise demonstrated a commitment to strengthening engagement of a diverse community and skill in communicating with a diverse population.

• High School Diploma.
• Ability to operate school vans, prepare and maintain accurate records, and maintain Oregon Driver's License
• Ability to practice safe driving, perform pre and post trip inspections, and report vehicle defects as appropriate.
• Ability to schedule activities, collate data, and consider a number of factors when using equipment.
• Flexibility to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using defined methods.
• Able to be certified or to become certified in first aid, CPR, and/or operation of defibrillators.
• Able to be trained in behavior intervention methodologies in such areas as student restraint, safety, medication, and physical management and intervention systems.
• Possess strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively and collaboratively as a team member.
• Able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions and changing tasks and priorities.
• Able to assist, console, and manage students who may be emotional, distraught, or frustrated.
• Able to remain calm, focused, and in control when working with students, parents, guardians, and community members who may be upset.
• Able to follow written and verbal direction and take the initiative to seek clarity and take action when needed.
• Be or become knowledgeable and supportive of district student discipline procedures.
• Possess effective and accurate command of the English language.
• Able to organize and set priorities for accomplishing work in a timely and effective manner.
• Able to protect the confidentiality of student information consistent with FERPA requirements and good judgment.
• Able to work collaboratively and effectively with staff, students, parents, volunteers, and community members.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Coursework in an appropriate and related field of study.
• Two years of experience that demonstrates the ability to work successfully with children in a bus route environment.
• Bilingual and bicultural skills.
• Familiarity, or willingness and ability to be trained in areas of Down syndrome, Autism, multiple disabilities, mental health disorders, ADHD, etc

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following duties are intended to cover all or most transportation settings. The specific duties that apply to any given position will vary.

1. Assists students and other passengers for the purpose of providing safe loading and unloading from van, including emergency situations (to include emergency evacuations), hoe to school and school-related events.
2. Provides assistance to students with disabilities and special considerations that require one-on-one for supervised transportation.
3. Oversees student safety in the vehicle, and takes steps to intervene when students are not in control or may be in dangerous or unsafe situations.
4. May intervene with students to implement physical and/or behavioral strategies.
5. May provide health services and assistance to include changing dressings, assisting with oxygen, assisting with insulin, assisting with nebulizers or inhalers, and assisting with walkers, wheelchairs, canes, crutches.
6. When communicating with students, parents, community members, and other staff members, exercises discretion and assures protection of student confidentiality consistent with the direction and guidance of staff, administrators, and school/district policies and procedures.
7. Participates in training that addresses health needs related to anticipated emergencies; may need to respond to emergency medical issues per training.
8. Attend all meetings, required trainings, etc. for the purpose of maintaining skills and meeting district and state requirements.
9. Operates a van for the purpose of transporting students over scheduled routes, home to school and to school events in a safe and timely manner.
10. Informs school personnel, parents, etc. of practices and incidents (i.e., rules, regulations, laws, procedures, etc.) for the purpose of providing information for follow-up action and/or proper procedures.
11. Maintains assigned van, both interior and exterior for the purpose of ensuring safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle.
12. Performs routine vehicle pre and post trip inspections for the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle and reporting mechanical defects if noted.
13. Prepares documentation (i.e., incident reports, inspections, passenger misconduct, mileage, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
14. Supervises students during transit for the purpose of maintaining safety and following district policy.
15. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Please refer to the job descriptions for detailed information.

Applicant agrees to assume cost and arrange for FINGERPRINT-BASED CRIMINAL RECORDS CHECK upon offer of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace.
North Clackamas School District policy provides veterans and disabled veterans with preferences as required by law.

The North Clackamas School District does not discriminate on any basis protected by law, including but not limited to, an individual's perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability or perceived disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, veterans' status. The following position has been designated to handle inquiries regarding discrimination: Michelle Riddell, Title IX Coordinator, 12400 SE Freeman Way, Milwaukie, OR 97222, 503.353.6000.

For employment related information, please go to our Human Resources employment page at https://www.nclack.k12.or.us/hr/page/careers-ncsd