Bus Driver Assistant Jobs in New Mexico (NOW HIRING)

Job Description:

Under the general direction of the HS Director but working closely with the management staff. Ensure compliance with Head Start Transportation Standards 1310.1 through 1310.23 and any revisions to make certain safe operations of all Head Start vehicles used to transport children and staff. 

Duties:

Bus Driver Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Annual Transportation Service Plan to ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standard 1310.1 through 1310.23 regarding bus maintenance, monitoring and child restraint system, driver qualification, federal motor vehicle safety standard, national driver register, National standard for School Buses, Seat belt , bus safety equipment and communication system, maintenance and operation of buses and safety education with special plan to accommodate children with special needs.
• Responsible for Vehicle Maintenance, certification, cleanliness, and ensuring all staff CDL licenses are current.
• Maintain and document a schedule of Vehicle (i.e., Head Start Buses, truck, and SUV) maintenance, inspection, certifications and licenses.
• Responsible for keeping all Head Start Vehicles clean and in safe operating condition.
• Maintain and document all certifications and credentials for Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDL) licenses for self and all Head Start staff who will drive the buses.  Notify staff and Head Start Director of bus drivers needing renewal.
• Ensure all licensed drivers receive adequate training and updates to Federal laws in respect to transportation.  Set up quarterly CDL training.
• Monitor and maintain the files for daily mileage, monthly emergency bus drills, and daily bus inspections.
• Be familiar with state and local motor vehicle laws, especially CDL requirement for new license and renewals.
• Drive the Bus for field trips during the school year.
• Assist with documentation, maintain, and revised Head Start Inventory Report Log of all classroom equipment and other Head Start Equipment over $500.00 with date of purchase, center location, description of equipment, cost of equipment etc.
• Attend and participate in staff meeting, Parent Policy Council meeting and relevant training opportunities.
• Follow Head Start Child Abuse and Neglect Policy and Confidentiality Policy.

Additional Responsibilities:

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties performed by this employee.  He or she will be required to follow any other instructions or to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Education: HS Diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Current CDL certification REQUIRED with school bus endorsement.
• Experience/Basic Knowledge: 2 years’ experience.
• Required to be a mandated reporter of all suspected incidents of child abuse and neglect.
• Annual physical examination and TB test.
• Must pass a driver’s license check.
• Must possess a CPR/First Aid Certification or willing to obtain within a certain timeframe.
• Must possess a food handler’s certificate or willing to obtain within a certain timeframe.
• Other Requirements: Must pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test.
• Must pass a thorough background check.
• Must pass a sex offender registry check.
• Preferences: San Felipe Preference and Veteran’s Preference.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of Head Start Performance Standards, Head Start Act, traditional form of government and pueblo customs and traditions.
• Adheres to Head Start Performance Standards and follows Head Start in-house Policies and Procedures.
• Determines appropriate training needs and makes necessary recommendation to the Director.
• Understands Head Start Transportation Performance Standards and specific local, state and federal transportation regulations as a supervisor.
• Attends meetings, conference and participates in staff trainings when necessary.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulation and requirements related to facilities, maintenance, transporting preschool children, and vehicle maintenance.
• Knowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, punctuation and basic arithmetic.
• Ability to establish a system to manage and prioritize multiple tasks and complete task prior to deadline
• Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing
• Ability to analyze task, define problem, collect data, adopt appropriate course of action/project time line, set deadlines and initiate communication with coworkers.
• Ability to work independently, investigate and resolve problems, make sound decisions, and meet strict deadlines. 
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.
• Ability to demonstrate moral character, honesty, tact, fairness, lack of prejudice, and desire to help when dealing with people.
• Ability to prepare accurate, complete, and legible reports, create and present detailed accurate, objective, and effective speeches and presentations.
• Ability to interpret applicable federal, state, count, and local laws, regulations, requirement ordinances and legislation.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate leadership and team-building skills with empathy and enthusiasm.
• Ability to uphold confidentiality. 
• Skill in operating business computers and office machines, including Windows: Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, Power Point etc.