Security Staff / School Bus Driver
$62,400–$72,800 year
On-site · Locust Valley, New York, United States
Job Summary
Portledge School seeks a dependable, safety-minded professional to serve in a dual capacity as a member of the campus Security Staff and as a School Bus Driver. Responsibilities include campus supervision to monitor student presence and movement, redirecting students to scheduled locations, supervising transitions, and assisting with safety drills; and transportation duties to safely operate a school bus for routes and field trips, perform pre/post-trip inspections, and maintain records. Candidate must build positive relationships with students from pre-nursery through Grade 12, enforce rules in a firm but fair manner, coordinate with contracted security, and comply with NYS safety and transportation regulations. Requires High school diploma or equivalent, NY CDL with P and S endorsements, Article 19-A certification, NYS Security Guard Registration, background checks, 2+ years of relevant experience, CPR/First Aid/AED, and ability to work irregular hours; preferred experience in schools and emergency management training.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid New York State Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B (or Class A/C as applicable) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
- Ability to obtain and maintain certification under Article 19-A of the NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law
- Valid New York State Security Guard Registration (or ability to obtain prior to start) including 8-Hour Pre-Assignment Training and 16-Hour On-the-Job Training
- Clean driving record
- Fingerprinted criminal history background check and school-required clearances
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in security, law enforcement, military service, school transportation, or related field
- Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Strong observation, judgment, de-escalation, and written/verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with security technology (cameras, access control, two-way radios)
- Availability for occasional early mornings, evenings, and weekend events
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