NOTICE OF VACANCY

January 24, 2025

POSITION:

School Vehicle Operator

LOCATION:

Transportation

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Director of Transportation, this position will assist the department with the transportation of identified students that cannot be transported by normal means for a variety of reasons.

REPORTS TO:

Director of Transportation

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Minimum of 21 years of age.
• Have five (5) years of satisfactory driving experience.
• Have no more than two (2) current points on their driving record.
• Possess a valid driver’s license

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:

(These are pre-employment knowledge, abilities, and skills that apply to the Essential Job Functions.)

At the time of application, the candidate must have:

• Be in good health, mature, able to discharge the duties of the positions, and able to command the respect of others.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and be self-motivated with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate ability to read/write/speak the English language sufficiently to converse with students, parents, staff, and other stakeholders.
• Receive a negative result from a required pre-employment drug screen.
• Demonstrate ability to work well with and manage and de-escalate students who may be exhibiting dysregulated behaviors.
• Demonstrate ability to follow GPS directions if needed.
• Demonstrate ability to adapt to last-minute changes.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance.
• Demonstrate success in accomplishing tasks akin to those responsibilities listed below.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Calvert County Public Schools may find appropriate and acceptable.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS, DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• An annual Department of Transportation (DOT) physical clearance is required.
• Transport passengers safely to and from various schools/programs/destinations.
• Maintain appropriate student management.
• Ensure that the vehicle is always clean and in safe driving condition utilizing a pre-trip inspection.
• Maintain accurate records and submit reports as required.
• Attend all required in-service training courses to maintain qualifications.
• Interact with students, assistants, and parents in a positive manner.
• Be punctual and have good attendance.

OTHER DUTIES:

Performs related work as required or assigned by the Director of Transportation or designee.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Position requires significant periods of sitting. Ability to lift/carry a minimum of 60 lbs.

UNUSUAL DEMANDS:

Included to the Motor Vehicle Administarion (MVA) License Monotoring System; Schedule may be subject to last-minute changes.

SAFTY SENSITIVITY:

Yes

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Eleven (11) month, seven (7) hours per day position and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience applied to the 2024 - 2025 salary schedule (Scale 12: $22.70 - $28.89) for support employees . All employees are encouraged to have automatic payroll deposit.

FLSA STATUS:

Non-exempt

EVALUATION:

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the policy on evaluation as established by the Calvert County Public Schools.

EFFECTIVE DATE OF POSITION:

January 2, 2025

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

This posting will remain open until filled.

All applicants please apply through the applicant tracking system located on the Calvert County Public Schools’ website – www.calvertnet.k12.md.us.

References must be directly related to education experience and must include immediate supervisor.

Prior to the filling of any vacancy, permanent employees who have requested a transfer in a timely manner shall be afforded an opportunity meet with the supervisor of the position for which the vacancy exists.

State law requires that anyone hired after October 1, 1986, who will have contact with school children, must be fingerprinted and submit to a criminal background investigation. Federal law requires that a new employee must complete the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) in person before beginning employment. Employment is conditional upon successful completion of a drug screen. Current employees of the Calvert County Public Schools are exempt from these requirements.

House Bill 486 – Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention Statement

Pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland - House Bill 486 - Child Sexual Abuse and Sexual Misconduct Prevention, all applicants are required to report all former employment where direct contact with minors may have occurred. The applicant must submit the contact information of the current employer, all former school employers, and all former employers not school related. Applicants should also include contact information for organizations where the applicant has volunteered, coached, mentored, tutored or otherwise had direct contact with minors.

Nondiscrimination Statement

Calvert County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry or national origin, familial status, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or genetic information or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Director of Student Services
• Director of Human Resources
  443-550-8000

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at: https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.

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Anti-sexual, Anti-racial and Anti-disability Harassment Statement
Discrimination can manifest itself in behaviors such as bullying, harassment, or intimidation of individuals.

Calvert County Public Schools does not tolerate any form of harassment including, but not limited to, sexual, racial, or disability. Any individual (student, employee, or community member) who believes that he or she has been subjected to any form of harassment is encouraged to report the allegation of harassment.

Students, parents and community members may report allegations of harassment to:

Ms. Ceceila Lewis

Director of Student Services

Calvert County Public Schools

1305 Dares Beach Road

Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Employees may report allegations of harassment to:

Mr. Zachary Seawell

Director of Human Resources

Calvert County Public Schools

1305 Dares Beach Road

Prince Frederick, MD 20678

Calvert County Public Schools is committed to conducting a prompt investigation for any allegation of harassment. If harassment has occurred, the individual will be disciplined promptly. Disciplinary actions for students found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or expulsion. Disciplinary actions for employees found to have engaged in any form of harassment may result in suspension or termination.

Calvert County Public Schools encourages all students, parents, employees, and community members to work together to prevent any form of harassment.

For further information on notice of non-discrimination, visit the Office for Civil Rights Complaint Assessment System at: https://ocrcas.ed.gov or call 1-800-421-3481.