NASS Bus Driver (Part-Time)

NASS Bus Driver (Part-Time)JOB TYPE: Full TimeLOCATION: Nay Ah Shing SchoolREPORTS TO: Transportation CoordinatorSALARY RANGE: $25.00/hour (for part-time only/no benefits)Any individual who receives an offer of employment or will receive a payroll check are required to submit to a drug and alcohol test as a condition of obtaining employment. Mille Lacs Band Member/American Indian preference appliesSUMMARY: The Bus Driver is responsible to transport students in accordance with local and state laws and regulations ensuring a safe environment for students while bus in in transport mode. The bus driver follows safety rules for students entering and exiting the bus, complies with traffic regulations in a safe and courteous manner, maintains order among students, and keeps a log on the condition of the school bus vehicle to ensure that everything is in working order. This is a school year position with 45 weeks of employment.QUALIFICATIONS:High School diploma or GED required.Three-month to one year Certificate of completion in a truck or bus driving program.Three (3) to Five (5) years of experience as a bus driver or truck driver.Must have a valid Class B Minnesota Driver's license with school bus and passenger endorsement.Must have clean or good driving record with the ability to be insured under the Band's auto insurance policy.Must have up-to-date First Aid Certification.Projects a positive image of service, which represents the area of assignment.Complies with Mille Lacs Band drug and alcohol policy.Complies with Federal background check policy.Must have a valid Class B Minnesota Driver's license with school bus and passenger endorsement.Must be insurable under the Mille Lacs Band Drivers Insurance policy.Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.Must pass a background check.A staff person with direct contact with or access to children in care must disclose the arrest, conviction, and applicant background information if that staff person: (a) has a conviction of, has admitted to, has an adjudication of delinquency for, has been charged and is awaiting trial for, or a preponderance of the evidence indicates the person has committed:a crime against a child;an act of physical or sexual abuse;neglect;a felony;the same or similar crimes as those in this subsection listed in the laws of another state or of the United States or of any Tribal law;(b) has a conviction of, has admitted to, has an adjudication of delinquency for, has been charged and is awaiting trial for, or a preponderance of the evidence indicates the person has committed any misdemeanor offense under Federal, State, or Tribal law involving crimes of violence; sexual assault, molestation, exploitation, contact or prostitution; crimes against persons; or offenses committed against children. The Licensing Committee may evaluate the nature and time of a misdemeanor assault charge as well as other types of misdemeanor crimes not specified in this section to determine whether employment is appropriate. 8 MLBSA 1212(a-b).DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Drives the bus on assigned routes, notifying the coordinator of any changes during route.Follows state and local laws and regulations.Checks the condition of the vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure everything is in working order.Ensures the safety and well-being of children being transported to and from school and on field trips, while maintaining schedule.Ensures children are dropped off at requested location only.Follows procedures to guarantee that all children have departed the bus at the end of all bus routes (morning, evening and during field trips or other special trips).Ensures that the bus always has sufficient fuel.Is reliable and on time to ensure routes stay on time.Other duties as assigned.WORKING CONDITIONS:Work exposes incumbent to conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, and gases.Work is performed for sustained periods outdoors and occasionally in hot, cold, or inclement weather.Hours are typically two hours in the morning and two hours in the afternoon, but possibly with some extra hours, particularly during the winter.Local travel is required.Submit resume, cover letter, and employment application to:Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Employment Coordinator 43408 Oodena Dr. Onamia, MN 56359Fax: 320-532-7492Email: hr@millelacsband.com