Position Title: Training Supervisor Assistant

Location: Transportation, 3833 N. 72nd Street, Omaha, NE 68134

Reports to: Training Supervisor

Work Schedule/FLSA Status: 12-month/261 Days

Position Purpose: Under the direction of the Training Supervisor, the Training Supervisor Assistant assists the Driver/Trainer Supervisor in the overall management of OPS Driver Training, including but not limited to conducting driver training and orientation, maintaining all pertinent driver and aide credentials, assisting in the coordination of investigation and settlement of accidents.

Essential Performance Responsibilities:

Conduct training for bus drivers and bus aides: First Aid and CPR, Federal Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT), CDL License, Aide Refresher, and Wheelchair Training, CDL Tester, and Accident Refresher Training.

Must meet the requirements to become a Level instructor to instruct drivers in accordance with the Nebraska school bus drivers training program. (Minimum requirements to qualify to take Level instructor coursework: Must have a minimum of three years of school bus driving experience in the state of Nebraska or within the past five years been an active school bus driver.)

Serves as a resource for drivers regarding safe driving practices, rules of the road, state and federal laws, and regulations pertaining to student transportation.

Ensures that all drivers’ records and employment status are current and up to date in accordance with the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Follows and maintains knowledge of all District policies and procedures and Student Transportation.

Maintains thorough working knowledge of all laws, procedures, and regulations governing school bus drivers and student transportation.

Facilitates ride-a-longs and observes drivers to ensure that all safety rules and regulations are adhered to on a consistent basis.

Serve as a substitute driver for school bus routes, as needed.

Operates District buses during training and/or demonstrations.

Fills out appropriate log(s), forms, and paperwork, as required.

Completes all required reports on a timely basis.

Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, and parents.

Responds to bus accidents as needed or is part of the accident response team.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Must be prepared to work some weekends.

Additional Duties: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Executive Director and other district administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Equipment: This position requires the ability to use basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machines. Must always comply with OPS’s guidelines for equipment use.

Travel: Travel within and outside of the Omaha Metro area may be required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.

Must have organization, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Work in school-building environments.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Ability to hear and follow directions.

Ability to read and interpret numbers and visual displays.

Ability to stand, bend, kneel, stoop, and maintain balance while performing job-related tasks.

Ability to sit for periods longer than one hour.

Ability to engage in moderate physical activities (moving objects or persons, at times exerting force equal to lifting fifty pounds.

Interrelations:

Contact with personnel within the district and with customers and vendors.

Will be working under the direct supervision of the department supervisor to complete day-to-day tasks.

Will be working with a diverse population requiring the ability to handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.

Must understand and respond appropriately to customer needs and maintain a positive attitude with all customers and colleagues.

Expected to interact with all internal and external customers in a friendly, professional manner and provide quick, responsive customer service.

Employee Punctuality and Appearance

For schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday unless the employee has received approved leave.

Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator.

All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of Omaha Public Schools and is appropriate for their position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

High school diploma or equivalency.

Must hold a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger & School Bus Endorsements (P & S) and Driver's License in good standing.

Must have a minimum of three years of school bus driving experience in the state of Nebraska or, within the past five years, be an active school bus driver in order to be a Level instructor.

Demonstrated ability to prepare staff for obtaining CDL Driver's License, including being knowledgeable of driver testing and the criteria needed to obtain a license.

Minimum of three to five years of experience in CDL driving.

Experience and knowledge in training adult learners.

Knowledge of U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.

Familiarity with all written CDL testing requirements, including the walk-around process.

Ability to demonstrate and operate wheelchair tie-downs, car seats, and harness installation.

Successful completion of pre-employment functional capacity evaluation and the United States Department of Transportation required physical & drug/alcohol screening.

Successful completion of the Student Transportation Bus Driver Training Program, including - NE DMV - Commercial Driver’s License (CDL); NE DMV – School Bus Driver’s Permit, and First Aid/CPR training.

Evidence of understanding and willingness to comply with the practices and procedures cited in the Handbook for Transportation Employees.

Demonstrated ability to display effective organization and general office skills.

Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office 365 including Word and Excel, and ability to prepare multi-media training presentations to groups.

Ability to serve as a positive role model for youth.

Meets regular and predictable attendance requirements.

Must maintain a safe driving record.

Must meet OPS insurability requirements.

Sensitivity and ability to interact with students, co-workers, teachers, administrators, other staff, and parents of other cultures and backgrounds.

Terms of Employment

This position is treated as a full-time exempt classified position. The terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies, as those laws and policies may change from time to time. If your position is represented by a collective bargaining representative, then your employment will also be governed by a negotiated agreement between OPS and that collective bargaining representative.

The offer of employment is contingent upon:

Obtaining and providing verification of all licenses, certificates, and other requirements for the position (e.g., Paraprofessionals obtaining “Highly Qualified status,” etc.), as identified and maintaining all licenses, certificates, and requirements for your position throughout employment.

A background check that demonstrates to OPS that background is acceptable for the position.

Verification of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.

Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (if required for the position offered).

Successful completion of a tuberculosis skin test (if required for the position offered).

Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination to determine the ability to safely and effectively perform the essential functions of the position.

Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities, employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131. (531-299-0307)

The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process please contact the Human Resources Department at 531-299-0240.

* NOTE: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

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