D26/27 CLUSTER SWING DRIVER (TRANSPORTATION)

Human Resources announces a vacancy for Cluster Swing Driver; full-time (8-hours per day),Grade D-12 position with the Transportation Office. Human Resources announces a vacancy for Cluster Swing Driver; full-time (8-hours per day),Grade D-12 position with the Transportation Office. This position will assist the Cluster Lead Driver in daily supervision of the personnel and resources of the cluster on an as-assigned or as-needed basis – this may include serving in place of the Cluster Lead Driver, and regularly serves as a Bus Driver within the cluster of assignment by substituting for an absent Bus Driver; is not typically assigned to a regular route/run. This position will help the Cluster Lead Driver supervise all Bus Drivers, Bus Attendants and other personnel regularly assigned to the cluster, as well as temporarily assigned personnel, to ensure that all routes and runs of the cluster are made safely, timely, effectively and efficiently, that cluster operations adhere to on-road and off-road requirements and procedures (including the rules of the road, pre-trip and post-trip operator checks and services, and proper ‘bus-keeping’), and that cluster transport of students supports instructional operations; focus is on daily operational matters. RESPONSIBILITIES: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE CLASS (May not include all duties performed.) Assists the Cluster Lead Driver: Stays abreast of developments directly affecting APS school bus transportation operations of the cluster, including but not limited to driver/attendant licensing or training requirements; basic vehicle/fleet data; basic road network data; and standards and issues emanating from APS principals at the schools served; and other sources and issues (such as complaints). Uses this information in support of tasks assigned by the Cluster Lead Driver and when serving as fill-in supervisor. Keeps abreast of driving and training records of personnel assigned to the cluster. As assigned, observes Bus Driver and Bus Attendant performance in the field, including stationary locations; conducts ride-along check-ups; notes compliance with safety and vehicle operation requirements/standards, the rules of the road, driving habits, defensive driving techniques, special equipment operation, student service orientation, driver-attendant teamwork, etc. As assigned, identifies group and individual training needs and coordinates response with Driver Training; and conducts behind-the-wheel training of Bus Drivers and in-bus training of Bus Attendants as opportunities or individual needs arise – demonstrates proper techniques, critiques driver/attendant performance in terms of knowledge/skills exhibited, etc. As assigned, may use pertinent modules of planning/scheduling software (currently edulog) to help ensure complete coverage of cluster by appropriate vehicles and proper vehicle staffing. As assigned, helps ensures cluster operations at the bus lot adhere to pre-trip and post-trip procedures of all types – operator level checks and services, ‘bus-keeping’, etc. As assigned, responds to traffic accidents and serious incidents (known or alleged misbehavior by subordinates, passengers, parents, etc.); assesses situation; coordinates on-scene and by radio; takes immediate action, as appropriate to procedures and the situation; and reports (to Transportation Services). Collects or forwards traffic accident report forms and bus incident report forms, and maintains associated records. As assigned, prepares or collects and maintains or forwards associated documentation, such as attendance sheets and training logs. Performs related assistance duties. Serves in place of the Cluster Lead Driver: When serving in place of the Cluster Lead Driver, ensures that all routes and runs of the cluster are made safely, timely, effectively and efficiently; maintains radio contact with assigned drivers, Dispatch and schools served; updates drivers on ‘environmental conditions’ (such as weather, traffic, etc.)…