SRCE-25-588, Bus Driver, Inverness County Area

The Strait Regional (0052) invites applications from qualified candidates for the posted vacancy. In accordance with the CUPE (3100) Collective Agreement , senior qualified candidates will be given preference. Candidates who apply for more than one position, may rank their applications in order of preference. Please also indicate if you wish to be considered for subsequent arising vacancies.

As part of the public education system in Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education (SRCE) was established on April 1, 2018, to deliver the public school program focusing on supporting student learning, achievement, well-being and overall success. The Strait Regional Centre for Education, with the support of approximately 1,050 employees, works diligently to achieve its mission “to empower our children and youth, within safe, equitable and inclusive environments to embrace a changing world as responsible, contributing and successful lifelong learners.” In 2024-2025, the SRCE operates 20 schools with approximately 5,981 students; and approximately 375 children are attending pre-primary programs at 14 school locations. Located in the northeastern part of Nova Scotia, the Strait Regional Centre for Education’s jurisdiction encompasses the counties of Antigonish, Guysborough, Inverness and Richmond, an area of approximately 11,000 square kilometres with a population of 53,742 (Census 2021).

The Bus Driver falls within the CUPE Local 955 job classification. Salary and Benefits information for this position can be accessed by clicking this link CUPE Collective Agreement 2023-24.indd (srce.ca)

Work Schedule: 5 hours/day

Deadline for Applications: 08/04/2025, at 11:59 pm.

Effective Dates: 09/02/2025

ROLE: To drive a school bus on an assigned bus route in the Inverness County area. (Route 179) Currently serving Route 19, Troy to Mabou to Dalbrae Academy.

Responsibilities:

Operate a school bus in accordance with all safety standards as prescribed by the laws of the Province of Nova Scotia and in accordance with Strait Regional Centre for Education Policies and Procedures.
Perform pre trip inspections at the beginning of each work day.
Perform pre trip inspections prior to extra/co-curricular trips.
Complete all transportation related forms as required (Hours of Work, Route & Passenger Sheets, Daily Inspection Sheets, etc.).
Maintain discipline on school buses and follow Strait Regional Centre for Education policies and procedures of incidents on buses.
Report all accidents in accordance with Strait Regional Centre for Education policy and procedure.
Keep inside and outside of bus clean in accordance with Strait Regional Centre for Education standards.
Reports mechanical problems to the appropriate designate.
Operate the school bus in accordance with the route plan and schedule.
Attend all Driver In-services provided by the Strait Regional Centre for Education.
Other related duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum class 2B or 2C license with air brake endorsement;
• Proven ability to deal effectively with students on the bus, gained through experience or SRCE sponsored training program;
• High school completion or equivalent in experience and training;
• Four months driving experience as a professional school bus driver;
• Current First Aid or willing to obtain prior to employment;
• Current Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) Certification would be considered an asset;
• Commercial Safety College courses or related safety courses would be considered an asset;
• Successful completion of the SRCE sponsored casual bus driver training program, or completion of a recognized professional driver training program.

Your application must include at least three (3) work-related references; one must be your most recent supervisor. The Strait Regional Centre for Education appreciates your expression of interest for employment. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. All candidates short listed for interviews will have references check prior to being interviewed. Candidates can check on the status of their applications in Successfactors under My Applications.

All employees of the Strait Regional Centre for Education must provide a current (within the last 6 months), and clear Criminal Record Check-Vulnerable Sector and Child Abuse Registry prior to employment with the Strait Regional Centre for Education