School Bus Driver - Connor School

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

CONNOR CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL

PART-TIME, 35 HRS WEEKLY

Opening Date: September 18, 2024

Closing Date:  October 2, 2024

Job Class Code: 8000
Grade: 10
Salary: $15.00 - $19.92/Hourly
Position Number: 014486321

Purpose:

The position is responsible for transporting Pre-K-12 students to and from school and school related activities on a daily basis in accordance with Title 20A, Chapter 215 transportation of elementary and secondary students.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Knowledge of Maine Motor Vehicle laws.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal rules and regulations pertaining to school buses and drivers.
• Ability to maintain order and discipline on the bus.
• Ability to communicate and work in a positive manner with staff and pupils.
• Ability to perform minor maintenance and adjustments to bus.
• Ability to lift independently objects weighing up to 70 pounds.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent, 21 years of age, and no criminal and driving violations.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:  (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).

• Maine Class B Motor Vehicle Operator's License with passenger and school bus indorsement.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($387.92 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. 

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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