CONFEDERATED SALISH AND KOOTENAI TRIBES

OF THE FLATHEAD NATION

PO BOX 278

PABLO MT  59855

406-675-2700

PERSONNEL OFFICE FAX: 406-675-2711

WEBSITE ADDRESS: csktribes.org

E-mail: shelley.grenier@cskt.org

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TITLE:                            Bus Driver

                                      (May be hired on a contract)

LOCATION:                    TERS – Pablo, MT   

An alternative school serving Native American youth

Grades 8^th thru 12^th

SALARY:                        $17.00 per hour

CLOSING DATE:             Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) within the definition of the CSKT Drug Testing policy. A favorable determination resulting from a completed Background Investigation is required prior to your placement in this position.  The successful applicant, if not already employed by the Tribes must pass a pre-hire drug test and serve a mandatory six (6) month probationary period.

DUTIES: 

• Transport students to and from school on a daily basis.
• Follow established TERS bus routes.
• Supervise students on bus.
• Transport students and staff for field trips, school activities, athletic events, and general school errands.
• Will be available for after-school extra-curricular activities.
• Maintain reliable and safe transportation.
• Will be responsible for basic care and maintenance of vehicles.
• Maintain accurate attendance forms, mileage logs as required by TERS policies, and student count week forms.
• Other duties as per job description.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma
• Commercial Driver’s License w/school bus endorsement required by start date.
• Previous driving experience; excellent driving record/skills; no history of reckless or unsafe driving habits and/or suspended driving license privileges.
• Must pass drug test, background check, fingerprinting (no violence against children or other individuals, no sexual abuse against children).
• Have knowledge of Flathead Reservation roads, Montana State traffic laws, local and tribal driving ordinances and GSA requirements.
• Must have general vehicle maintenance and mechanical knowledge.
• Must be willing to promote a program of drug and alcohol-free education Must be willing to be a team member of active staff and demonstrate cooperative behavior.
• Experience working with Native American youth and/or knowledge of Native American culture a plus but not required.

SUBMIT:

1. Tribal employment application.
2. Proof of enrollment from a federally recognized Tribe if other than CSKT.
3. If claiming veteran’s preference, a copy of DD214 must be submitted.
4. Letter of Interest
5. Resume
6. Three (3) Reference Letters
7. Copies of Training Certificates, if applicable

• FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL OF THE ABOVE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION DURING THE SCREENING PROCESS.

SUBMIT ALL OF THE ABOVE TO:  Personnel Office, PO Box 278, Pablo MT 59855 @ 406-675-2700 Ext. 1043.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:  Contact: Rodney Bird, Superintendent @ 406-675-0292.