School Bus Driver / Transportation Administrative Assistant Brimley Area Schools is seeking a dependable, safety-focused individual for a combined School Bus Driver and Administrative Assistant (Transportation) position. The employee will operate assigned bus routes and coordinate the district's transportation operations under the direction of the transportation director. The position includes approximately four hours per day of bus driving and up to three additional hours per day of Administrative Assistant (Transportation) duties. School Bus Driver - Approximately 4 Hours per DayQualifications: Be at least 18 years of age and maintain a driving record that meets Michigan school bus driver eligibility requirements. Possess a valid Michigan CDL/chauffeur license with the appropriate vehicle group designation and passenger (P) and school bus (S) endorsements, or demonstrate willingness and ability to obtain them. Hold Michigan school bus driver safety education certification, or demonstrate willingness and ability to obtain it; complete applicable entry-level driver training and maintain required continuing education. Successfully complete required fingerprint-based background checks, driving record review, physical examination, and pre-employment drug screening; maintain medical qualification and comply with applicable drug and alcohol testing requirements. Demonstrate a strong commitment to student safety and well-being; be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently and perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous school bus driving experience; knowledge of local roads and the community; and experience working with children or in a school setting.
Responsibilities:- Safely transport students to and from school and school-related activities on assigned routes.
- Conduct and document pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, including checks to ensure no students remain on the bus.
- Maintain appropriate student behavior and a safe, positive, and orderly bus environment.
- Follow applicable laws, safety procedures, and district transportation policies.
- Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school staff.
- Promptly report incidents, student concerns, vehicle defects, and maintenance needs.
- Administrative Assistant (Transportation) 3 - 4 Hours per DayAssist in coordinating safe, efficient, and reliable district transportation operations under the direction of the transportation director.
- Required Qualifications & Training:
- Meet all applicable Michigan school-employment eligibility and background-check requirements.
- Have completed or ability to complete a Michigan Department of Education-approved training program for persons in charge of school bus operations, or be willing and able to complete one within the first year of serving in the role.
- Complete six hours of approved supervisory continuing education every two years following initial training and maintain required training documentation.
- If designated to supervise drivers under federal drug and alcohol testing rules, complete required reasonable-suspicion training: at least 60 minutes on alcohol misuse and 60 minutes on controlled substances use, before performing those duties.
- Willingness and ability to obtain this training is acceptable.
- Possess, or demonstrate the ability to develop, working knowledge of the Michigan Pupil Transportation Act, applicable state and federal transportation requirements, district policies, and transportation-related provisions of the ESP Master Agreement.
- Exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and communicate professionally with students, families, staff, administrators, and service providers.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong organization, attention to detail, scheduling, logistics, and problem-solving skills; ability to manage competing priorities and last-minute changes.
Effective oral and written communication, customer service, conflict resolution, and student behavior-management skills.
Proficiency with routing or scheduling software, spreadsheets, email, and accurate electronic recordkeeping.
Knowledge of local roads, bus stop safety, fleet maintenance planning, transportation costs, and emergency procedures.
Experience coordinating transportation for students with disabilities and other students with specialized transportation needs.
Work Schedule:
Up to three hours per day for Administrative Assistant (Transportation) duties.
The employee is expected to assist in ensuring smooth operation of the transportation department throughout the year, including summer scheduling, route planning, and maintenance coordination.
Daily assignments and summer work schedules will be coordinated with the superintendent according to operational needs.
Compensation:
Administrative Assistant (Transportation) hours will be paid at the Secretary Step 1 hourly wage under the Brimley ESP Master Agreement. Scope of Authority: Personnel, human resources, and staff discipline responsibilities remain with the superintendent, including hiring, employee evaluations, leave approvals, and employment-related disciplinary decisions. The Administrative Assistant (Transportation) coordinates helps daily operations and reports concerns but does not exercise those personnel authorities.
Transportation Administrative Assistant Responsibilities:
Routes and student assignments: Assist the transportation director to create, evaluate, and update safe, efficient routes and bus stops; assign students to buses and maintain accurate rosters, pickup/drop-off information, and capacity records. Manage daily changes and adjustments with student pickups and dropoffs including student bus notes.
Scheduling and coverage: Help coordinate daily routes, field trips, athletic trips, special transportation, and summer schedules. Manage driver absence notifications and arrange qualified, district-approved substitutes and backup coverage.
Fleet maintenance: Help coordinate preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, cleaning, and summer servicing with qualified mechanics or vendors; maintain service records and keep unsafe buses out of service until cleared.
Student bus discipline: Receive and document conduct reports, communicate with families, and coordinate interventions and disciplinary responses with building administrators, consistent with district policy and applicable student support plans.
Safety and emergencies: Coordinate bus safety procedures, evacuation drills, accident/incident reporting, and emergency response. Monitor weather and road conditions and advise the transportation director on transportation concerns.
Driver readiness and compliance: Coordinate with the transportation director to verify required driver credentials, medical qualification, training, and testing compliance before assignments; track renewal dates and arrange approved training.
Student access and accommodations: Work with school staff, special education personnel, and the district homeless liaison to coordinate required transportation services and accommodations while protecting student confidentiality.
Communication and records: Communicate route changes, delays, and service concerns promptly. Maintain operational records, including mileage, ridership, trip schedules, inspection documentation, and required transportation reports.
Resources and annual planning: Assist the transportation director with transportation budgeting, expense monitoring, purchasing recommendations, and fleet replacement planning; prepare summer maintenance and upcoming school-year transportation plans.
Department coordination: Assist in resolving routine operational issues, identify service improvements, and promptly refer personnel matters and significant concerns to the transportation director.
Other Duties As Assigned: Per the secretarial classification of the BESP agreement.
Application Process:
Internal applicants: Email a letter of interest, resume, and applicable supporting materials to tsuggitt2@eupschools.org.External applicants: Complete the online application at: https://www.applitrack.com/eup/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?district=38088 Alternatively, send a letter of interest, resume, and applicable application materials to tsuggitt2@eupschools.org or mail them to: Thomas Suggitt, Superintendent Brimley Area Schools 7134 S M-221 Brimley, MI 49715 All application materials must be received by Monday, September 28, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Brimley Area Schools is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, marital status, height, weight, genetic information, military status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law.
