Please complete this application using your full legal name as it appears on your government issued forms of identification when you have time to go from start to finish. Application details cannot be saved along the way, and you must complete and submit the application in one sitting. If you leave your computer and return later, you may time out. REMINDER: Current DCSD employees must apply through their district log-on, this application is for external candidates only! Job Posting Title: Trainer / Instructor - Transportation Job Description: Provide classroom and hands-on training addressing school bus regulations and safety procedures; evaluate bus drivers and transportation educational assistants (TEA) on their knowledge and skills; maintain required documentation for audit and compliance with state, federal, and district requirements, and transporting students. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: •Occasional lifting five (5) to fifty (50) pounds •Frequent sitting and standing •Occasional bending and squatting EQUIPMENT & VEHICLES USED: •Heavy duty and light duty vehicles, including all types of buses ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS •Duties will require work to be done outside in the elements (rain, snow, heat, etc.) Note: Must complete ELDT Instructor certification, First Aid instructor certification, and Crisis Prevention instructor certification within 5 months of hire. Position Specific Information (if Applicable): Responsibilities: Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. Prepare a variety of written materials (activity reports, training handouts, safety information guideline, driver evaluations, etc.) Maintain current knowledge of all FMCSR CDL rules and regulations Attend safety meetings and training relating to State, Federal, and district requirements for the purposes of presenting and/or acquiring information Schedule training and testing Maintain manual and electronic documents, files, and records for the purpose of providing information for follow up action and/or proper procedures Evaluate performance of bus drivers and TEA’s for the purpose of ensuring that basic skills levels are met and are in compliance with state, federal, and district requirements Oversee bus driver licensing, training, and certificate status (drivers’ license, physicals, drug screenings, CPR/First Aid, CPI etc.) Perform functions of a school bus driver and/or TEA for the purpose of meeting the district’s transportation needs Conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel bus driver training for the purpose of presenting, reinforcing, and/or developing bus driver and TEA skills Certifications: 3rd Party CDL tester and/or Federally Certified Trainer (within first year of employment) - Colorado, Commercial Driver License (CDL) A or B with P,S Endorsements - Colorado, CPI Instructor Certification (Must obtain when directed by supervisor) - Colorado, Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) Certification - Colorado, First Aid/CPR Instructor Certification (Must obtain when directed by supervisor) - Colorado Education: High School or Equivalent (Required) Skills: Ability to create and present materials to large audiences., Basic math skills, including fractions, percentages, and/or ratios, Current Colorado CDL (Class A or B) with P&S endorsements, Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to support positive outcomes, Google Workspace proficiency, Maintains a generally positive attitude., Observes all District policies and procedures., Operating heavy and light duty vehicles, Preparing and maintaining accurate records, Recent (within last five years) bus driving experience - two (2) or more years., Strong organizational and time management skills, Third Party Tester certification, Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions Position Type: Regular Primary Location: East Transportation One Year Only (Yes or No): No Scheduled Hours Per Week: 40 FTE: 1.00 Approx Scheduled Days Per Year: 260 Work Days (260 days indicates a year-round position. Time off [or Off-Track Days] are then granted based on the position. Any exceptions to the normal off-track time will be noted in the Additional Position Details section above, as scheduled work days.) Minimum Hire Rate: $27.36 USD Hourly Maximum Hire Rate: $37.01 USD Hourly Full Salary Range: $27.36 USD - $46.65 USD Hourly All salary amounts listed above are based on a full-time (1.0) FTE. If applicable, part-time salaries will be prorated according to the assigned FTE. Benefits: This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options. Time Off Plans: This position is eligible for paid vacation, sick and personal time. This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: February 5, 2026 Proud to Be DCSD - 65 Years of Excellence A career in Colorado's Douglas County School District is a chance to be part of something incredibly important and fulfilling. Spanning over 850 square miles, Douglas County School District offers a variety of communities ranging from small rural farm towns to large and fast-growing suburban neighborhoods. At the heart of it all is a love and dedication to family and a unity of purpose around ensuring that each and every one of our community’s 61,000+ students receives the education needed to have the brightest future possible. Unity of Purpose DCSD’s Board of Education adopted the following goals for our school district – and our leaders, educators and support staff work diligently to incorporate these values in everything they do. 1. Academic Excellence 2. Outstanding Educators and Staff 3. Safe, Positive Climate and Culture 4. Collaborative Relations with Parents and Community 5. Financial Well-Being Students Are at the Center of What We Do In Douglas County, we know that working in education is more than a job - it’s a calling. Every day our dedicated team of educators guides our community’s future leaders by encouraging them to ask questions, explore new ideas, and solve problems. Our school leaders and staff put students first in everything they do and work hard to ensure that our educators have the tools they need to provide every student the best education possible. Every Student is Unique In Douglas County, we understand that no two students are the same. Each has a unique learning style and needs. We also know that students want and deserve multiple options for life after high school. We support all students, whether their goal is to go on to a four-year college, join the military, or directly enter the workforce. We have the programs and know-how to ensure our students are successful in whatever they choose to do after high school. Every Employee Matters. Every Employee Contributes From our school principals and licensed teachers to our nutrition services staff and bus drivers, all DCSD employees touch the lives of students and every employee contributes to their success.