Job Information
City of Harrisonburg School Bus Aide in United States
School Bus Aide
Salary
$17.23 - $18.52 Hourly
Location
Harrisonburg, VA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
5422 - (July 2023)
Department
Public Transportation
Opening Date
07/10/2023
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description
Do you enjoy working with children of all ages and want a full-time job that is gratifying and allows you to be a positive influence in the local community? If so, the Department of Public Transportation's School Bus Aide position may be the right job for you!
The School Bus Aide is a full-time position with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $17.23 - $18.52 per hour.* The ideal candidate for this position will be available when Harrisonburg City Public Schools are in session to help ensure that local students arrive at school, field trips, and athletics events in a safe manner.
*Please note that the City has recently adopted a new compensation schedule (https://s3.amazonaws.com/tsresources.targetsolutions.com/B7F0D637-FB8F-1054-4A5C-1863706EAF7F.pdf) , and the compensation listed above took effect on June 25, 2023.
As a School Bus Aide, you will assist:
The school bus driver in maintaining discipline;
Students boarding and leaving the school bus;
Students with special transportation needs, such as wheelchairs, braces, crutches, and more;
With the security of students on the bus while observing the special needs of passengers;
With cleaning and maintaining the inside of the school bus.
A list of the ideal candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is available in the class specification (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harrisonburg/classspecs/1012286?keywords=5422&pagetype=classSpecifications) .
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED and some experience in working with children, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Click here to view the physical requirements for this position. (https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/harrisonburg/classspecs/1012286?keywords=school%20bus&pagetype=classSpecifications)
The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:
Job-specific physical;
Drug screen; and
Criminal background check.
Supplemental Information
To Apply: In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 07/10/2023)
The City provides an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement (VRS & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave and holidays.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.
The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Health and Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Leave
15.5 paid holidays
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical and Dependent Care
Health Savings Account
Virginia Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Plan through MissionSquare
Employee Assistance Program
Additionally, the City is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, which may qualify you for student loan forgiveness if you meet the PSLF Program requirements.
01
What is your highest level of education?
Less than 8th Grade
Completed 8th Grade
Attended High School
High School Graduate
GED
Attend College
College Graduate
Attended Graduate School
Master's Degree
Graduate study beyond Master's
Ph.D. or professional degree
02
Are you available to work a schedule that coincides with the Harrisonburg City Public Schools' academic calendar?
Yes
No
03
If you answered "No" to question 2, please explain your response below.
Required Question
Agency
City of Harrisonburg
Address
409 South Main Street Third Floor Harrisonburg, Virginia, 22801
Phone
540.432.8920 540.432.7796
Website
https://www.harrisonburgva.gov/employment