Transportation Operations Specialist / Substitute Driver

POSITION: Transportation Operations Specialist / Substitute Driver

QUALIFICATIONS:

Be a resident at least 21 years of age and have at least 12 months driving experience

Have no more than 4 points against driver's license within the last 12 months

All applicants are subject to a SLED check of criminal history and any other checks required by law or deemed necessary by District Five

Have a valid South Carolina driver's license

Successfully complete a school bus driver's training class of 20 hours and successfully pass a physical performance test

All Bus Drivers are required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and will be subjected to random drug and alcohol testing

CDL with passenger endorsement preferred

Drivers are responsible for obtaining a Department of Transportation physical and proof of a clear tuberculosis test completed with the last 12 months. Copies of the applicants official birth certification, Social Security card, and driver's license are also required.

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under general supervision assists the Transportation Department in coordinating and finalizing advanced transportation logistics, including field trips, extracurricular travel, and special programs. This role ensures that all trips are scheduled, reconciled, and permitted in accordance with district and state requirements. Additionally, the position assists with behavior monitoring through video footage review and serves as a qualified substitute bus driver as needed.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operational Support:

Assist in scheduling and coordinating advanced trip requests for athletics, extracurricular activities, and special programs.

Complete trip details such as bus accommodations, assignments, route, special needs equipment, and billing/invoicing details.

Process and submit required permits for the use of state-owned buses (as applicable).

Maintain accurate trip records and communicate with school staff and coaches regarding trip confirmations and changes.

Monitor trip calendars and ensure transportation logistics align with school schedules and activity needs.

Assist in reviewing on-board video footage to support investigations into student behavior incidents, safety concerns, or driver reports. (student issues only, not personnel issues)

Maintain accurate ridership logs as it relates to Special needs transportation services and ensure timely entries are submitted to the State Department of Education

Supports Transportation Office Staff during route time to include clerical support and general office responsibilities as needed.

Substitute Driving:

Serve as a substitute driver for morning/afternoon routes as needed for both Regular Ed/SNT routes.

Maintain student safety and order while operating the bus in compliance with district and state transportation regulations.

Provide a relief bus to drivers that require transferring students during emergencies.

Performs other related duties as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Bus Work is conducted primarily on a school bus where one is required to drive in varying weather conditions which means exposure to conditions such as heat, cold, rain, humidity, etc., and at times to drive on poor road conditions. Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require constant attention and awareness. Physical demands are related to the operation of a school bus wherein one is required to drive, operate handbrake and other controls, and maintain cleanliness of equipment. Routine local travel is required to transport to and from school; no overnight travel is required.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT:

This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.

Position Available: Immediately

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Period of Employment: 180 Days

Salary: Bus Driver Pay Schedule

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Statement of Non-Discrimination

Discrimination of all persons is prohibited with regard to employment and any other program or activity on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin, age, color, immigrant status, English speaking status or disabling condition in District Five Schools of Spartanburg County as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended. Section 504 Coordinator, Director of Special Services; Title IX Coordinator, Chief Administrative Officer.