Lead Driver: Van

Position SummaryTitle Code Lead Driver: Van Job Summary Serves as the Driver Lead, assisting in the day-to-day assignments of drivers and attendants transporting Special Education and/or McKinney-Vento Students. Performs a variety of technical level tasks to assist the Supervisors in Transportation, Routing, Maintenance and Scheduling. Takes telephone inquiries and radio transmissions concerning the Transportation Division. Additional Work Days/Hours Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed: Ability to work flexible schedulesInclement weather conditionsOn callOutside of normal business hoursSummer hours Essential Duties/Responsibilities Assists with telephone inquiries and receives radio calls of breakdowns, accidents, delays or operating/maintenance difficulties.Operates a vehicle transporting students.Assists in managing the substitute drivers and attendants assignments.Assists in maintaining a daily log of driver/attendants who are absent for easy reference and payroll purposes.Notifies drivers and attendants of any changes in daily assignments.Assists in the routing, scheduling, and assignments.Assists in the accumulation and validation of necessary information for students/parents in relevant programs.Assists with the preparation and maintenance of up-to-date office records including data entry for computer assisted routing program for students transported.Maintains familiarity with the County through information supplied by the supervisors and other transportation staff.Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower. Minimum Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required. Experience Five (5) years related actual driving experience during which time a valid operator’s license was held required; andOne (1) year specific experience transporting students required. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Characteristics Some knowledge of and/or experience in dealing with special needs students preferred.Ability to exercise considerable patience and to assist special needs students during their transportation to and from school.Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with staff, students, and parents.Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.Demonstrated proficiency with business technology applications (e.g. Video/Web Conferencing, Microsoft Office Suite -Word, Excel, Outlook, and/or PowerPoint preferred). Licenses and Certifications Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment. Hold or be eligible for Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification issued by American Heart Association, Inc (AHA) or American Red Cross authorized training centers preferred; andHold or be eligible for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification issued by American Heart Association, Inc (AHA) or American Red Cross authorized training centers preferred; andHold or be eligible for First Aid Certification issued by American Heart Association, Inc (AHA) or American Red Cross authorized training centers preferred.Upon hire, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with Passenger Transport (P) and School Bus Authorized (S) endorsement (Maryland) issued by Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA) required; andProof of a good driving record required.Daily access to reliable transportation. Driving Requirements Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.Board Vehicle LEADERSHIP ROLE Lead Worker People Lead This position acts as the lead for 6 to 20 direct staff.This position acts as the lead for indirect staff. Lead Worker Duties/Responsibilities Trains employees.Directs the work of employees.Maintains records.Provides feedback to assist the supervisor’s assessment of the employee’s performance.Plans the work.Instructs employees in specific techniques and technical methods to use.Performs same type of work as employees the Lead Worker is assigned to lead. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands Standing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the timeWalking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the timeSitting: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the timeKeyboarding: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the timePushing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the timePulling: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the timeReaching (with hands and/or arms): under 1/3 of the timeStooping: under 1/3 of the timeKneeling: under 1/3 of the timeBending: under 1/3 of the timeTalking: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the timeHearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the timeRepetitive Motions: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the timeDriving: over 2/3 of the timeAs required by the duties and responsibilities of the position. Vision The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)Color vision (ability to identify/distinguish colors)Peripheral visionDepth perceptionAbility to adjust focus Work Environment Location Office, school or similar indoor environment: under 1/3 of the timeOutdoor environment: over 2/3 of the timeStreet environment (near moving traffic): over 2/3 of the timeTemperature Change: over 2/3 of the time Exposure Outdoor weather conditions: over 2/3 of the timeExtreme cold (below 32 degrees): between 1/3 and 2/3 of the timeExtreme heat (above 100 degrees): between 1/3 and 2/3 of the timeWork near moving mechanical parts: under 1/3 of the timeCommunicable diseases: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time Noise Level Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time Weight & Force Lifting and carrying requirements Up to 40 pounds: under 1/3 of the time Travel Requirements 80% daily day travel within the community JOB INFORMATION Approved Date: 10/1/2026 Established Date: 6/1/2022 Title Code: E43167 Title: DRIVER LEAD: VAN Alternate Title: Lead Driver: Van Reports to Generic: Senior Manager Reports to Specific: MANAGER SENIOR: OPERATIONS TRANSPORTATION ORGANIZATION Division: Operations Business Unit: Transportation Department: Transportation Operations Negotiated Agreement: American Federation of State, County, & Municipal Employees (AFSCME) HR JOB INFORMATION Unit: III Days Worked: 260 FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Grade: AG11 Click HERE to view salary scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 3 - AFSCME). Essential Job: Months Worked: 12 Hours Worked: 8 Job Family: Transportation Services Sub-Function: Bus/Van Drivers/Assistants VR 27068