Van Driver

**Job Title** **Position Title:** Van Driver **Location:** Office of Student Transportation, 8145 Greenfield Detroit, MI 48228 **Salary:** $ 22\.01/hr. **Reports to:** Program Supervisor, Office of Student Transportation **Bargaining Unit:** UAW **Benefits Eligible:** Yes **Telecommuting Eligibility:** Not eligible for telecommuting *In accordance with the Agreement between the United Auto Workers (UAW), Local 2701 and the Board of Education of the School District of the City of Detroit, the following vacancy is announced.* **Position Summary:** As a significant member of the DPSCD's Office of Student Transportation, the School Van Driver will provide safe and timely transportation of students to and from school and school related events. The School Van Driver must establish and maintain a positive rapport with students, follow departmental processes and procedures and exhibit a high degree of maturity and diplomacy in dealing with parents, teachers and staff. The School Van Driver will complete incident reports, accident reports, attendance reports and support the mission of the department. **Minimum Qualifications:** * Must possess a high school diploma or GED certificate. * Minimum of three (3\) years driving experience. Student transportation experience preferred. * Must possess a valid Michigan Chauffeur license. * Excellent driving record. Must meet local or state standards for driver record check. * Ability to meet Department of Transportation physical examination requirements. * Experience dealing with students with disabilities and their families preferred. * Ability to handle challenging student behavior. * Knowledge of the city of Detroit preferred. * Ability to handle stressful situations with empathy and professionalism. * Must possess knowledge of school bus operations and best practices. * Must be able to keep all student, parent, and staff information confidential. **Essential Functions:** * Drive a school van according to a desig