Non-CDL Driver - Transportation Central

Non-CDL DriverJob Title: Non-CDL Driver - FLSA Exemption Status: Non-ExemptClassification Group: Cherry Creek Transportation Employees Association - Supervising Position: Operations Supervisor or designeePay Plan: Cherry Creek Transportation Employees Association - Pay Range: Step ScheduleLast Updated: 10/31/2024Pay Information - Benefits InformationJOB SUMMARY: Contribute to the overall success of the Cherry Creek School District Transportation Department through regular route driving, field-trip driving, performing para-educator functions, and assisting in other duties and functions as needed. Assist and transport students with special needs to ensure safe, efficient, courteous, and customer-service oriented transportation.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The subsequent duties outline the fundamental operations of the position and exemplify the nature of the tasks carried out. They do not encompass a comprehensive inventory of the obligations and responsibilities fulfilled in this role. The approximation of frequencies and time allocation percentages are flexible and subject to the requirements of the organization. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Job Task Descriptions - Frequency - Percentage of Time1. Safely transport students using a district vehicle along specified routes. Report delays or accidents. - Daily - 40%2. Load and unload students at various stops and destinations. Provide emotional, behavioral, and physical support for students with specials needs. - Daily - 15%3. Complete pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure safe operations of the vehicle by visually and tactically inspecting all components of the vehicle's interior and exterior according to the Colorado Department of Education Standards. - Daily - 5%4. Provide exceptional customer-service to students, parents/guardians, and staff. - Daily - 5%5. Carry out student discipline activities before, during, and after assigned routes, if necessary. - Daily - 5%6. Complete Medicaid paperwork for reimbursement purposes. - Daily - 5%7. Communicate information and procedures to students, district personnel, and/or others in the event of an emergency situation. - Daily - 5%8. Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of district vehicles. - Daily - 5%9. Perform evacuation drills as required by the Colorado Department of Education and Transportation Department procedures. - Biannually - 5%10. Participate in training activities required by the Transportation Department as required. - Annually - 5%13. Perform other duties as assigned or requested. - Daily - 5%TOTAL - 100%REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The minimum prerequisites of formal education, professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other criteria that a candidate must fulfill to be considered for a position. It is essential that certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, and trainings are fulfilled, valid, and not expired.Criminal background check and fingerprinting requiredHigh School Equivalency (HSE) diplomaNo professional work experience requiredValid Colorado driver's licenseCPR and First Aid certificationsUpon hire, successful completion of the District Transportation Small Vehicle Training ProgramBasic interpersonal relations skillsBasic organizational skillsAbility to implement behavior modification techniquesAbility to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situationsAbility to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the jobAbility to work independently and collaboratively with othersAbility to work one-on-one and in small groups with studentsAbility to meet insurability requirements of the Colorado School District Self-Insurance PoolSuccessful completion of a Department of Transportation (DOT) physicalBasic verbal and written communication skillsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, mental functions, cognitive capacities, and work environment factors required to perform a position's essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Heavy work strength level (lifting or carrying up to 100 pounds)Works both indoors and outdoorsTypically a loud noise levelWork location is subject to change to meet the requirements of the organizationFrequent bending, reaching, squatting, and climbingOccasional lifting, pulling, and/or pushingEye/hand coordinationVisual concentration, depth perception, and ability to adjust focusSquattingOverhead workWork within a moving vehicle for up to four hoursWork in any existing weather conditionsWork requires maneuvering heavy wheelchairs (manual and electric) that total weight up to 800 pounds student/chair combined up ramps, over curbs, and around the inside of a vehicleNormal school district environmentDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Formal education, professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other qualifications relevant to the position that are strongly preferred but not mandatory for a candidate to be considered.Experience working in the public sectorExperience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgroundsRacially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvementCDL passenger driving experienceExperience working with school age children, including behavioral challengesExperience working in a special education environment