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Montgomery County Public Schools
Christiansburg, Virginia
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| Job ID: 80200 |
Application Deadline:
Posted until Filled |
| Re-posted: March 27, 2013 |
Starting Date:
Immediately |
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SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
School Year 2012-2013
Montgomery County Public Schools is accepting applications on an on-going basis for School Bus Driver positions that may become available within the District.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The School Bus Driver has a unique opportunity to positively influence our students while providing safe and efficient transportation to and from school on a daily basis. The school bus driver works approximately 4.25 hours per day.
Position Type: Part-time
Positions Available: 1
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Montgomery County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies:
Director of Elementary Education and Director of Secondary Education
750 Imperial Street, SE, Christiansburg, VA 24073
540.382.5100
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• High school diploma or equivalent, or passing score on the literacy test given by MCPS
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license
• Must furnish a clean driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles showing that the applicant, within the preceding five years, has not been convicted of a charge of driving under the influence of intoxicating liquors or drugs, convicted of a charge of refusing to take a blood or breath test, convicted of a felony, or assigned to any alcohol safety action program or driver alcohol rehabilitation program (pursuant to VA Code §18.2-271.1) or within the preceding 12 months, has not been convicted of two or more moving violations or has not been required to attend a driver improvement clinic by the Commissioner of the Department of Motor Vehicles (pursuant to VA Code § 46.2-497)
• Provide a reference statement, upon initial employment, signed by two reputable persons who reside in the school division or in the applicant’s community, attesting that the person is of good and moral character
• Must be physically qualified to drive a school bus or other vehicle transporting students and pass a physical examination of a scope prescribed by the Virginia Board of Education furnished on a form prescribed by the Board showing such results (pursuant to VA Code § 22.1-178)
• Must have had a reasonable amount of experience in driving motor vehicles to be trained to drive a school or activity bus upon a highway in the Commonwealth of Virginia (pursuant to VA Code § 46.2-339)
• Dependability and punctuality required
PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Possess a valid Virginia “Class B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brakes and S and P endorsements, or be able to obtain one after receiving approved training offered by MCPS
Daily Rate: 2012-2013 School Bus Driver Salary Scale
Closing date: Open until filled
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Thank you for your interest in employment with Montgomery County Public Schools, Virginia.
You will be required to answer the questions listed below when you apply to this job posting. Please review these questions before you apply so that you may prepare your answers accordingly.
When completing your application, please include all previous work experience.
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Do you have a family member who serves as the Division Superintendent or as a School Board member: If yes, please identify by name.
Yes/No
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Do you have a family member (defined as father, mother, brother, sister, spouse, son, daughter, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, sister-in-law or brother-in-law) who is employed with MCPS? If yes, please identify by name and list the school or department where they work.
Yes/No
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Have you ever been involuntarily terminated from employment or resigned in lieu of termination? If yes, please explain stating the name of the employer, the date of termination or resignation, and the reason for the separation.
Yes/No
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Do you have any physical condition(s) which may limit your ability to perform the particular job for which you are applying? If yes, please indicate what accommodation is needed.
Yes/No
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If hired by MCPS, I understand that my contract will be withdrawn if I knowingly and willfully procure, sell, or administer anabolic steroids or cause such drugs to be procured, sold, or administered to a student, or if I fail to report the use of such drugs by a student to a school administrator as required by the Code of Virginia 54.1-3401
Yes/No
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I understand that by applying to MCPS I am giving my permission to solicit information from the State Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry from each state that I have resided in during the past five years.
Yes/No
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For purposes of compliance with Section 40.1-11.1 of the Code of Virginia, entitled "Employment of Illegal Immigrants," are you legally eligible for employment in the United States?
Yes/No
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Have you ever been convicted of a felony?
Yes/No
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I hereby certify that all statements are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that if employed, the terms of the contract are subject to change should the information provided be inaccurate or not officially verifiable.
Yes/No
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I hereby authorize the Office of Personnel to conduct work history, personal references, or police record inquiries and waive the right to hold liable those persons for providing any requested information. It is understood that such information is to be absolutely privileged, confidential, and used only in determining my qualifications for employment and assignment.
Yes/No
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I agree that any willful omission or falsification of material facts in this application, which would ordinarily be used as a basis for not hiring me, will constitute sufficient reason for immediate dismissal. I understand that unless this application is completed in detail, it may not be considered.
Yes/No
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Affidavit: I acknowledge that I am required to inform the Transportation Supervisor of all driving violations or loss of driver's license. If I become physically or mentally ill after my annual physical and there are questions about my ability to safely drive a school bus, I will obtain a second physician's examination at my expense.
Yes/No
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Please indicate the level you are physically able to lift repeatedly:
Multiple Choice / Single Answer
- Up to 20 pounds
- Up to 30 pounds
- Up to 40 pounds
- Up to 50 pounds
- None of the above
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Have you ever been convicted of a crime of moral turpitude (i.e. lying, cheating, or stealing) or any offense involving the sexual molestation, physical or sexual abuse or rape of a child? If yes, please include an explanation.
Multiple Choice / Single Answer
- Yes
- No
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Have you ever been charged and found guilty of child abuse and/or neglect? If yes, please include an explanation.
Multiple Choice / Single Answer
- Yes
- No
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Are any criminal charges or proceedings pending against you? If yes, please include an explanation.
Multiple Choice / Single Answer
- Yes
- No
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Have you ever been charged with or convicted of the possession, sale, use, and/or distribution of any illegal substance? If yes, please include an explanation.
Multiple Choice / Single Answer
- Yes
- No
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Please indicate your skills below. Please check all that apply.
Multiple Choice / Multiple Answers
- Ability to assist students with safe and orderly behavior in all school environments
- Ability to be dependable and punctual
- Ability to maintain an unquestionable degree of confidentiality
- Ability to multi-task, work with interruptions, and work under pressure
- Ability to read, comprehend, and complete forms/paperwork
- Ability to understand and follow verbal/written communication
- Ability to work flexible hours as required
- Ability to work independently while consistently demonstrating a professional level of reliability
- Demonstrate mature and responsible decision making skills
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Are you interested in (please check all that apply):
Multiple Choice / Multiple Answers
- Part time employment
- Full time employment
- Temporary employment
- Substitute employment
- Any of the above
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Indicate the highest level of education completed (please check all that apply):
Multiple Choice / Multiple Answers
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Ed.D or Ph.D.
- Completion of 48 Semester Hours of College
- Completion of 60 Semester Hours of College
- None of the above
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List your skills below. Please check all that apply:
Multiple Choice / Multiple Answers
- Ability to clearly observe & hear vehicle & pedestrian traffic at acceptable distances
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, co-workers, and school administrators
- Ability to respond to emergencies in support of students and school operations
- Age 21 or older
- Clean driving record (no DUI or related convictions in past 5 years pursuant to VA Code 18.2-271.1)
- Clean driving record (no more than 1 traffic violation in the past 12 months pursuant to VA Code 46.2-497)
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) School Bus Driver Endorsement
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Air Brake Endorsement
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Passenger Endorsement
- Current CPR Certification
- Have not been required to attend a Driver Improvement Clinic in the past 12 months
- Possess interest and ability in working with special education students
- Possess the mental & physical ability to safely transport and assist students on a school bus
- Possess the personal characteristics for working effectively with students, teachers, and parents
- State of VA School Bus Driver Training Courses
- Successful completion of required training course for school bus aides
- Valid Virginia Driver's License
- Ability to move, lift, and secure students (weighing up to 40 lbs) in belts, restraints, or car seats
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Additional Information
Long Essay (Answer limited to 4000 characters, including spaces)
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Human Resources Department
750 Imperial Street, SE
Christianburg, Virginia 24073
Phone: 540.382.5100
Fax: 540.394.4446
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