Bus Driver for Upward Bound

Date Posted: May 28, 2026

Compensation: $15.00 to $16.00, Hourly

Job Description

Bus Driver for Upward Bound - Part-time position

Redlands Community College is seeking qualified candidates to apply for a part-time Bus Driver position for its Upward Bound program. This is a federally funded, part-time position, specifically during the summer. The summer schedule will be Monday through Wednesday 6:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. & 3 p.m. - 5 p.m., while Thursday schedules will vary due to field trips or special events. Compensation for this position ranges from $15-$16 per hour. The primary responsibility of this position is to safely transport Upward Bound students to and from scheduled events, following all college policies and ensuring the safety of student participants during transit.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Operating a college vehicle to safely transport students to and from Upward Bound activities

Complying with Redlands Community College vehicle checkout and transportation policies

Ensuring the supervision and accountability of students while in transit

Communicating clearly and promptly with Upward Bound staff

Demonstrating knowledge of routes within Redlands Community College's five-county service area

Qualifications include:

Valid driver's license required; a valid Oklahoma Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements is preferred

Verifiable, safe driving record

Ability to pass a background check and motor vehicle report screening

Commitment to student safety

Strong communication skills

Preference will be given to applicants with both prior experience transporting students, and with a flexible schedule that allows for weekend availability. Familiarity with TRIO programs or working with first-generation, low-income students is a plus.

To apply: Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online below, and upload a cover letter, resume, copies of college transcripts (if applicable), and three references with names, addresses, and phone numbers. Position is open until filled.

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Applying

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Benefits

You can view our Employee Benefits page, to learn more about working for Redlands.

Faculty

All Faculty must meet our Standard of Practice - Minimally Qualified Faculty degree qualifications.

Background Check

Any applicant selected for an interview will be required to complete a Background Screening Authorization form, along with their personal Background Check Information. A background check will not be run on you unless you are recommended for the position. For a summary of your rights under the Fair Credit Report Act, any background check disclosure statements, an authorization for background check, and a form to list your personal background check information, please see the links listed below:

2019 Background Check Disclosure Document

2019 Summary of Your Rights Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act

2019 Authorization for Background Check including Personal Information

2019 California Disclosure Document

2019 New York Disclosure Document

2019 San Francisco Disclosure Document

2019 Various States Disclosure Document

Additional Information

Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Redlands Community College will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Redlands Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, or status as a veteran, in any of its educational programs, activities, policies, practices, or procedures, including, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, eligibility for financial aid, and educational services, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, and other federal laws and regulations. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the College's nondiscrimination policies: Compliance Officer, Redlands Community College, 1300 S. Country Club Road, El Reno, OK 73036-5304, ....

Clery Statement

Redlands Community College is committed to providing a safe place to live, work, study and visit. Part of this effort includes sharing information regarding the safety and security of our campuses.

Redlands provides email notifications to all students, faculty and staff when a Clery Crime occurs in or near Redlands Community College campus or any of its sites. These notifications are primarily sent if the incident poses an ongoing safety threat as determined by the President of the College or his designee. The act requires colleges and universities to make timely warnings, known as Safety Alerts at Redlands, to campus community members about specific types of crime if an ongoing threat is believed to exist.

Information regarding our recent three-year period Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, as well as the Emergency Preparedness Guide, can be found on the Campus Security page.