Responsible for the development of a safe and cost efficient transportation system for all eligible students. Assist in

planning bell schedules, determining school and program boundaries, and the placement of district programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each

essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequency of duties, percent

of time and work year may vary based on department or building assignment.

Description of Job Tasks Frequency % of Time

Daily = D On an annual
Weekly = W basis, e.g. 10

Monthly = M hours of a 40

hour work
Quarterly = Q

week = 10/40
Annually = A = 25%

1. Determine eligibility of students and assign appropriate transportation based on local, state and D 15%
federal laws, and Poudre School District and Transportation Department policies and

procedures.

2. Collaborate with district placement coordinators to determine placement and transportation D 12%
requirements based on students’ needs, program locations, transportation addresses, and

transportation costs.

3. Plan individual bus stops and develop transportation to and from each program site to the D 12%
required destination with consideration to safety, cost efficiency, school times, and student’s

needs.

4. Maintain detailed records and communicate with bus drivers, parents, school staff, and D 10%
transportation supervisors regarding updates in students being transported, students’ needs, bus

stop locations, and driving directions and times.

5. Maintain confidential student records relating to the needs of transported students. D 8%

6. Attend work and arrive in a timely manner. D 1%

7. Coordinate with schools and departments to develop guidelines, determine costs, and design W 7%
transportation for site-based programs.

8. Address parent, driver, and community concerns about the location of bus stops, stop times, W 4%
and attendance areas.

9. Maintain the District’s routing software with road changes, address changes, and new M 6%
subdivisions.

10. Assist in the development of cost estimates related to proposed changes in the transportation M 5%
system due to changes in district or departmental policies or procedures.

11. Coordinate with other districts and out-of-district programs to provide appropriate M 4%
transportation when needed.

12. Produce maps and assist in the planning of school and program boundaries and the placement Q 6%
of District-wide programs. Assist the Training Department with instruction on mapping,

following route instructions, and Early Childhood Department policies and procedures.

13. Represent Transportation Services at Individualized Education Program meetings as needed. Q 6%

14. Perform other duties as assigned. Ongoing 4%

TOTAL= 100%

2407 LaPorte Avenue, Fort Collins, CO 80521 • phone: (970) 490-3488
web: www.psdschools.org

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus specialized technical courses in GIS and/or computer operations preferred

• Minimum one year experience in school bus operations
  

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Criminal background check required for hire

• Must be 21 years of age and obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with P2 and S endorsement within 60 days

of hire, preferred.

• First Aid certification required within 60 days of hire

• Must meet District driver insurability requirements

• Pass Department of Transportation (DOT) physical

• Successful completion of the District approved physical strength and agility test is required prior to hire
  

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

• Oral and written communication skills

• English language skills

• Interpersonal relations skills

• Math and accounting skills

• Understanding of GIS systems

• Basic knowledge of computer networking

• Customer service and public relations skills

• Critical thinking and problem solving skills

• Bilingual oral and written communication skills preferred

• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job

• Ability to manage multiple priorities

• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions

• Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations

• Knowledge of state and federal laws, and District policies and departmental practices related to student transportation

• Strong geographical knowledge of the Poudre School District and surrounding areas

• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies, and building and department procedures

• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and

educational backgrounds

• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate

safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

• Operating knowledge of and experience with District software packages

• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, E-mail, etc.

• Operating knowledge of graphical information systems preferred at hire

• Operating knowledge of computer routing software preferred at hire

• Ability to safely operate a school bus
  

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:

POSITION TITLE # of EMPLOYEES

Direct reports: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

• Responsible for assisting with: interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising

performance; and addressing complaints and resolving problems

• Responsible for supervising the behavior and well-being of students while loading, transporting, and unloading from the bus
  

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PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, work environment factors and mental

functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions

of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: Amount of Time

None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3

Stand X

Walk X

Sit X

Use hands to finger, handle or feed X

Reach with hands and arms X

Climb or balance X

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl X

Talk X

Hear X

Taste X

Smell X

WEIGHT and FORCE DEMANDS: Amount of Time

None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3

Up to 10 pounds X

Up to 25 pounds X

Up to 50 pounds X

Up to 100 pounds X

More than 100 pounds X

MENTAL FUNCTIONS: Amount of Time

None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3

Compare X

Analyze X

Communicate X

Copy X

Coordinate X

Instruct X

Compute X

Synthesize X

Evaluate X

Interpersonal Skills X

Compile X

Negotiate X

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Amount of Time

None Under 1/3 1/3 to 2/3 Over 2/3

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather) X

Work near moving mechanical parts X

Work in high, precarious places X

Fumes or airborne particles X

Toxic or caustic chemicals X

Outdoor weather conditions X

Extreme cold (non-weather) X

Extreme heat (non-weather) X

Risk of electrical shock X

Work with explosives X

Risk of radiation X

Vibration X

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VISION DEMANDS: Required

No special vision requirements.

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) X

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) X

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) X

Peripheral vision X

Depth perception X

Ability to adjust focus X

NOISE LEVEL: Exposure Level

Very quiet

Quiet

Moderate X

Loud

Very Loud

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