Part Time Entry Level Jobs in Canby, OR (NOW HIRING)

Salary: See Position Description
Location : ESD 112 - Service Region
Job Type: Part-Time/On-Call Substitute
Job Number: 202502654
Department: BUSINESS & FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Program: STUDENT TRANSPORTATION
Opening Date: 07/16/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Thank you for your interest in our employment opportunities. We invite you to apply to be a part of our dynamic team providing quality educational services throughout Southwest Washington, and other areas of the state. For more information review the NEOGOV and
General Responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Director of Specialized Transportation, the School Bus Driver will transport students with disabilities on "to and from school" routes.Regular School Bus Drivers will work 20-25 hours per week and are eligible for our standard package of benefits; retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance offered at affordable premiums, an employee assistance program, and much more!Our fleet contains smaller buses which means smaller passenger counts.
Salary:
The full hourly range for School Bus Drivers is $29.59 - $33.73. Offers are made at the entry level of the range. Candidates that must complete full driver training will receive a substitute driver pay to start. Effective 09/01/2026, the hourly compensation range will be $30.36 - $34.61. Offers are made at the entry level of the range.
We are also recruiting for Substitute Drivers. The full hourly range for Substitute School Bus Drivers is $27.41 - $27.95. Offers are made at the entry level of the range. Effective 09/01/2026, the hourly compensation range will be $28.12 - $28.68. Offers are made at the entry level of the range.
We are recruiting for drivers in Klickitat county. Our vehicles are located in White Salmon, WA and Goldendale, WA. We are also recruiting for Clark and Cowlitz counties.
Currently don't have your CDL License, but are still interested in driving a bus?
ESD 112 will train you!
See what it is like to drive one of our buses:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b490LwRcvLA&feature=youtu.b
Regular attendance required: This role relies on regular and reliable attendance to ensure consistency for our students and help support a positive environment. Bus routes are split shifts, Monday - Friday and regular attendance is expected.
A complete application will include:

1. Work history going back 10 years
2. At least three professional reference's contact information
3. A Cover Letter expressing interest in the position
4. A Resume that reflects work experience listed on application

Essential Functions/Other Functions
Essential Functions:

1. Operate a school bus in accordance with the State of Washington laws and policies promulgated by the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
2. Maintain accurate and legible records of daily bus logs and other required documents.
3. Establish and maintain effective and cooperative communication with students, parents, school staff, peers, and supervisors.
4. Supervise and maintain control of students.
5. Participate in staff meetings, inservice programs, workshops, and seminars.
6. Drive school bus on scheduled routes and/or all trips and approved activities, both within and outside district boundaries.
7. Inspect, clean, and request maintenance service for school bus and related equipment as required by ESD 112 policy.
8. Report unsafe acts or conditions which require the attention of any person other than the driver.
9. Read and interpret maps and street guides.
10. Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Other Functions:

1. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum/Preferred Qualifications & Skills
Minimum Qualifications:
Meet and continue to meet minimum school bus driver requirements pursuant to WAC 392-144-101 including but not limited to:

1. Minimum age 21, and
2. One year experience as a driver of a truck or commercial vehicle or at least five years of experience as a driver of a passenger vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills:

1. One year experience in transporting students with disabilities.
2. Authorized Washington State school bus driver.
3. Work or volunteer experience with preschool-12th grade children.

Working Conditions/Employment Requirements
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

1. Operates school bus under a variety of road conditions.
2. Strength and ability to assist students with physical disabilities in embarking and disembarking a bus; including moving and positioning special needs equipment.
3. Travel to school districts to cover routes.
4. Regular attendance during schedule work hours.

Employment Requirements:

1. Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through WSP and FBI.
2. Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a valid state class 'C' commercial driver's license, with passenger and school bus endorsement and air brake restriction removed, according to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Part 391.
3. Possess current Washington state school bus driver authorization (WAC 392-144-101).

Notice of Non-Discrimination
ESD 112 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a disabled person. The following individuals have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

• Civil Rights compliance Officer: Melissa Kreuder, 360-952-3328,
• Title IX Compliance Officer: Wendy Niehaus, 360-952-3574,
• ADA/504 Compliance Officer: Jeffrey Niess, 360-952-3529,

The above information will be provided in the appropriate language for persons with limited English language skills by contacting the ESD at 360-750-7500.
We provide a professional yet family-friendly work environment. To that end, our benefits are designed to meet the individual needs of our employees and their families.Full-Time or Part-Time positions working at least 17.5 hours per week are eligible for our standard package of benefits; retirement, medical, dental, and vision insurance offered at affordable premiums, we also offer a 25% discount on child care at ECE Child Care centers, tuition reimbursement, credit union membership, an employee assistance program, and much more!
Part-time positions working less than 17.5 hours per week or Temporary positions are not eligible for health benefits or paid leave. Eligibility for retirement is based on length of assignment.
For details please visit: for a summary of the Benefits of Employment.
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Do you meet and continue to meet minimum school bus driver requirements pursuant to WAC 392-144-101 including but not limited to:

1. Minimum age 21, and
2. One year experience as a driver of a truck or commercial vehicle OR at least five years of experience as a driver of a passenger vehicle

• YES
• NO

02
Have you ever been convicted of any crime? Please answer YES or NO.
Note: For the purpose of this question, "convicted" includes: (1) All instances in which a plea of guilty or no contest is the basis of a conviction and (2) All proceedings in which a sentence has been suspended or deferred. You need not list traffic infractions that are not misdemeanors or crimes.
03
If you answered YES to the previous question, please provide the following (If you answered NO, please enter N/A):
a. A detailed statement including what occurred, the nature of the offense, charge or warrant;
b. The name and address of the arresting agency;
c. The date of the arrest;
d. The final disposition, if any;
e. If a court was involved, the name and address of the court;
f. The complete arrest report and sentence and judgement; and
g. Attach a complete driving abstract for five years if the arrest was driving related. This can be done in the attachments portion of the application process.
04
Do you currently have any outstanding criminal charges or warrants of arrest pending against you in Washington, or any other state, province, territory, and/or country? Please answer YES or NO. If YES, please provide an explanation.
05
Are you presently under investigation in any jurisdiction for possible criminal charges? Please answer YES or NO. If your answer is YES, identify agency and location (street address, city, state), as well as a detailed explanation.
06
Is it true that you have NEVER BEEN convicted of any misdemeanor, gross misdemeanor or felony crimes against children or other persons (including instances in which a plea of guilty or nolo contendere is the basis for the conviction) or any proceedings in which the charge has been deferred from prosecution under Chapter 10.05 RCW or the sentence has been deferred or suspended listed as follows: Aggravated murder, First degree promoting prostitution, First or second degree murder, Communication with a minor, First or second degree kidnapping, First degree arson, First, second or third degree assault, First degree burglary, First, second or third degree rape, Indecent liberties, First, second or third degree rape of a child, Incest, Felony indecent exposure, Vehicular homicide, First or second degree robbery, Unlawful imprisonment, First or second degree manslaughter, Simple assault, First or second degree extortion, Sexual exploitation of minors, First or second degree criminal mistreatment, First or second degree custodial interference, Child abuse or neglect as defined in RCW 26.44.020, Malicious harassment, Selling or distributing erotic material to a minor, First, second or third degree child molestation, Custodial assault, First or second degree sexual misconduct with a minor, Patronizing a juvenile prostitute, Child buying or selling, Violation of child abuse restraining order, Promoting pornography, Prostitution, First, second or third degree assault of a child, Child abandonment, or any of these crimes as they may have been named?

• Yes (It's true), I have NEVER been convicted
• No (It's not true), I HAVE BEEN convicted

07
Are you eligible for lawful employment in the U.S.? Proof of citizenship or legal right to work and identity will be required after hire.

• Yes
• No

08
APPLICANT DECLARATION: Selecting YES authorizes the employer to conduct a background investigation and authorizes the release of information in connection with this application for employment. This investigation may include such information as criminal or civil convictions, driving records, previous employers and educational institutions, electronic/phone personal or professional references, and other appropriate sources.
Selecting YES indicates you waive your right of access to such information, and without limitation, hereby release the employer and the reference sources from any liability in connection with its release or use. This release includes the sources cited above and specific examples as follows: The Washington State Patrol (WSP), information from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) of either data on all criminal convictions or certification that no data on criminal convictions is maintained, information from OSPI, the Washington or other State Departments of Social and Health Services and any locality to which they may refer for release of information pertaining to any findings of child abuse or neglect investigations involving you.
Selecting YES certifies under the penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that you have made true, correct and complete answers and statements on this application in the knowledge that they may be relied upon in considering your application. If the information provided or answer(s) to any questions on the application change prior to your being hired, you understand that you must immediately notify the employer. You understand that any omission, falsely answered statement made by you on this application, or any supplement to it will be sufficient grounds for failure to employ you or for your discharge should you become employed.
Selecting YES indicates that you understand that you may be subject to Washington State Patrol (WSP) and FBI fingerprint background checks.

• Yes
• No

09
Please select your preferred location:

• Clark County (route starting point)
• Cowlitz County (route starting point)
• Klickitat County (route starting points will be White Salmon, WA or Goldendale, WA)

Required Question