First Student | Careers

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First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

First for a reason:

Now Hiring Specialist Driver Compliance

The Driver Compliance Specialist is responsible for, under moderate supervision, ensures First Student\'s driver, monitor, technician, and staff maintain compliance under Federal/State/contractual rules and regulations.

At First Student, we are proud to offer:

$70,000 annual salary
Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities due to a strong presence across North America
Positive and rewarding work environment

Job Description

Major Responsibilities

Maintain high degree of confidentiality, encourage and promote safe environments, maintain positive collaboration when communicating with all contacts.
Upload and compliance date maintenance for assigned locations
Reviews all documents for accuracy before being entered in the compliance system. Communicate document issues to location and provided support to resolve.
Train location staff on compliance program, processes, and document requirements
Troubleshoot location challenges with compliance program platform, maintaining compliance etc. Escalates to Driver Compliance Supervisor as necessary.
Support location on-site activities as assigned
Other responsibilities as required

Minimum Education or Certifications Required

High school or equivalent

Minimum Experience or Skills Required

CDL Required
3 years business or operations experience required; transportation experience preferred
Solid understanding of Driver Compliance Program
Strong knowledge of Federal/State/Provincial requirements for Commercial Drivers
Ability to provide leadership, training and coaching for location staff in Driver Compliance Program
Skilled in the use of Microsoft® software applications, including PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to work within a team structure, collaborating closely with colleagues and operating interdependently to achieve assigned tasks.
Proficient interpersonal and social skills
Flexible and adaptable in a fast paced, changing environment
Strong organizational, analytical and time management skills

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Bus yard/office while traveling
Travel required, up to 50%

Disclaimer
Nothing in this job description restricts management\'s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description reflects management\'s assignment of essential functions, it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia\'s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.

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First for a reason:

Now Hiring Specialist Driver Compliance

At First Student, we are proud to offer:

$70,000 annual salary
Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities due to a strong presence across North America
Positive and rewarding work environment

Job Description

Major Responsibilities

Maintain high degree of confidentiality, encourage and promote safe environments, maintain positive collaboration when communicating with all contacts.
Upload and compliance date maintenance for assigned locations
Reviews all documents for accuracy before being entered in the compliance system. Communicate document issues to location and provided support to resolve.
Train location staff on compliance program, processes, and document requirements
Troubleshoot location challenges with compliance program platform, maintaining compliance etc. Escalates to Driver Compliance Supervisor as necessary.
Support location on-site activities as assigned
Other responsibilities as required

Minimum Education or Certifications Required

High school or equivalent

Minimum Experience or Skills Required

CDL Required
3 years business or operations experience required; transportation experience preferred
Solid understanding of Driver Compliance Program
Strong knowledge of Federal/State/Provincial requirements for Commercial Drivers
Ability to provide leadership, training and coaching for location staff in Driver Compliance Program
Skilled in the use of Microsoft® software applications, including PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to work within a team structure, collaborating closely with colleagues and operating interdependently to achieve assigned tasks.
Proficient interpersonal and social skills
Flexible and adaptable in a fast paced, changing environment
Strong organizational, analytical and time management skills

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Bus yard/office while traveling
Travel required, up to 50%

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NYS 19-A Examiner / Driver Compliance Specialist

Location: Mt Vernon, NY
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: From $70,000 per year

About the Role

First Student is hiring a NYS 19-A Examiner / Driver Compliance Specialist to support driver qualification, safety compliance, training, testing, and regulatory documentation for our transportation operations.

This role is responsible for ensuring drivers remain fully compliant with New York State DMV Article 19-A, SED, and NYC DOE requirements. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, organized, comfortable working with drivers and managers, and experienced in a regulated transportation or school bus environment.

What You\'ll Do

As the Driver Compliance Specialist, you will help maintain safe, compliant, and efficient transportation operations by managing driver compliance requirements at the location level.

Responsibilities include:

Serve as a certified NYS 19-A Examiner
Conduct required pre-employment, annual, and biennial driver qualification reviews
Administer required driver testing, evaluations, and compliance checks
Train and evaluate drivers on safe driving procedures and regulatory requirements
Maintain compliance with NYS DMV, SED, and NYC DOE requirements
Manage driver qualification files and ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and current
Monitor driver compliance status and follow up on missing or expired documentation
Support audits, inspections, regulatory reviews, and corrective action processes
Maintain contract compliance and ensure adherence to legal and operational requirements
Prepare compliance reports, schedules, management reports, and official correspondence
Enter, update, and retrieve data from fleet and compliance management systems
Communicate with drivers, monitors, managers, customers, vendors, and internal departments
Support additional safety, compliance, and operational needs as required

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid NYS 19-A Examiner License
Minimum of 2 years of administrative, office, compliance, transportation, or operations experience
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office
Ability to maintain accurate records and confidential information
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and follow-up skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

SBDI certification strongly preferred
Experience in school transportation, driver compliance, safety training, or regulated transportation operations
Experience working with NYS DMV, SED, or NYC DOE compliance requirements
Experience using fleet, compliance, HR, or driver management systems

Work Environment

This position requires the ability to work in an office and transportation facility environment. The role may require walking throughout the facility, accessing filing systems, using standard office equipment, and communicating in person, by phone, and electronically.

Why Join First Student?

At First Student, safety and compliance are at the center of everything we do. In this role, you will directly support driver readiness, regulatory compliance, and safe student transportation across our operation.

First for a reason:

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NYS 19-A Examiner / Driver Compliance Specialist

Location: Mt Vernon, NY
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: From $70,000 per year

About the Role

What You\'ll Do

As the Driver Compliance Specialist, you will help maintain safe, compliant, and efficient transportation operations by managing driver compliance requirements at the location level.

Responsibilities include:

Serve as a certified NYS 19-A Examiner
Conduct required pre-employment, annual, and biennial driver qualification reviews
Administer required driver testing, evaluations, and compliance checks
Train and evaluate drivers on safe driving procedures and regulatory requirements
Maintain compliance with NYS DMV, SED, and NYC DOE requirements
Manage driver qualification files and ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and current
Monitor driver compliance status and follow up on missing or expired documentation
Support audits, inspections, regulatory reviews, and corrective action processes
Maintain contract compliance and ensure adherence to legal and operational requirements
Prepare compliance reports, schedules, management reports, and official correspondence
Enter, update, and retrieve data from fleet and compliance management systems
Communicate with drivers, monitors, managers, customers, vendors, and internal departments
Support additional safety, compliance, and operational needs as required

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid NYS 19-A Examiner License
Minimum of 2 years of administrative, office, compliance, transportation, or operations experience
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office
Ability to maintain accurate records and confidential information
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and follow-up skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

SBDI certification strongly preferred
Experience in school transportation, driver compliance, safety training, or regulated transportation operations
Experience working with NYS DMV, SED, or NYC DOE compliance requirements
Experience using fleet, compliance, HR, or driver management systems

Work Environment

Why Join First Student?

First for a reason:

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At First Student, this role is a critical part of our safety, compliance, and operational infrastructure. The Driver Compliance Operations Specialist supports regulatory compliance, driver qualification standards, and location-level operations by maintaining compliance systems, training staff, and ensuring documentation accuracy across assigned locations.

This position plays a key role in protecting safety, ensuring regulatory alignment, and supporting operational excellence.

Pay: $23.00/hr

Key Responsibilities

Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism
Promote safe environments and positive collaboration
Upload, manage, and maintain compliance dates and documentation for assigned locations
Review all documents for accuracy prior to entry into compliance systems
Communicate documentation issues and support resolution with locations
Train location staff on compliance programs, processes, and document requirements
Support and maintain the Driver Compliance Program
Troubleshoot compliance platform challenges and operational issues
Maintain compliance standards and escalate issues to the Driver Compliance Supervisor as needed
Support on-site location activities as assigned
Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements
Prepare reports, schedules, and compliance documentation
Maintain accurate operational and personnel records
Schedule meetings and operational activities
Support payroll submission processes
Provide operational and administrative leadership support to location teams
Perform other related responsibilities as required

Required Qualifications

3 years of business or operations experience required
Transportation industry experience preferred
Solid understanding of Driver Compliance Programs
Strong knowledge of Federal, State, and Provincial requirements for Commercial Drivers
Proven ability to train, coach, and support staff
Proficiency in Microsoft® PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, and Excel
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a team structure
Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills
Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, changing environment
Professional discretion and confidentiality mindset

Why Join First Student?

Direct impact on safety and compliance outcomes
Exposure to multi-location operations
Career pathways into compliance, operations, and leadership roles
Stable, mission-critical industry
Professional, collaborative team environment

Apply today to join a team that protects safety, ensures compliance, and supports operational excellence.

First for a reason:

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This position plays a key role in protecting safety, ensuring regulatory alignment, and supporting operational excellence.

Pay: $23.00/hr

Key Responsibilities

Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism
Promote safe environments and positive collaboration
Upload, manage, and maintain compliance dates and documentation for assigned locations
Review all documents for accuracy prior to entry into compliance systems
Communicate documentation issues and support resolution with locations
Train location staff on compliance programs, processes, and document requirements
Support and maintain the Driver Compliance Program
Troubleshoot compliance platform challenges and operational issues
Maintain compliance standards and escalate issues to the Driver Compliance Supervisor as needed
Support on-site location activities as assigned
Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements
Prepare reports, schedules, and compliance documentation
Maintain accurate operational and personnel records
Schedule meetings and operational activities
Support payroll submission processes
Provide operational and administrative leadership support to location teams
Perform other related responsibilities as required

Required Qualifications

3 years of business or operations experience required
Transportation industry experience preferred
Solid understanding of Driver Compliance Programs
Strong knowledge of Federal, State, and Provincial requirements for Commercial Drivers
Proven ability to train, coach, and support staff
Proficiency in Microsoft® PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, and Excel
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a team structure
Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills
Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced, changing environment
Professional discretion and confidentiality mindset

Why Join First Student?

Direct impact on safety and compliance outcomes
Exposure to multi-location operations
Career pathways into compliance, operations, and leadership roles
Stable, mission-critical industry
Professional, collaborative team environment

Apply today to join a team that protects safety, ensures compliance, and supports operational excellence.

First for a reason:

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NYS 19-A Examiner / Driver Compliance Specialist

Location: Brooklyn, NY
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: From $82,000 per year
Company: First Student

About the Role

What You\'ll Do

As the Driver Compliance Specialist, you will help maintain safe, compliant, and efficient transportation operations by managing driver compliance requirements at the location level.

Responsibilities include:

Serve as a certified NYS 19-A Examiner
Conduct required pre-employment, annual, and biennial driver qualification reviews
Administer required driver testing, evaluations, and compliance checks
Train and evaluate drivers on safe driving procedures and regulatory requirements
Maintain compliance with NYS DMV, SED, and NYC DOE requirements
Manage driver qualification files and ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and current
Monitor driver compliance status and follow up on missing or expired documentation
Support audits, inspections, regulatory reviews, and corrective action processes
Maintain contract compliance and ensure adherence to legal and operational requirements
Prepare compliance reports, schedules, management reports, and official correspondence
Enter, update, and retrieve data from fleet and compliance management systems
Communicate with drivers, monitors, managers, customers, vendors, and internal departments
Support additional safety, compliance, and operational needs as required

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid NYS 19-A Examiner License
Minimum of 2 years of administrative, office, compliance, transportation, or operations experience
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office
Ability to maintain accurate records and confidential information
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and follow-up skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

SBDI certification strongly preferred
Experience in school transportation, driver compliance, safety training, or regulated transportation operations
Experience working with NYS DMV, SED, or NYC DOE compliance requirements
Experience using fleet, compliance, HR, or driver management systems

Work Environment

Why Join First Student?

First for a reason:

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NYS 19-A Examiner / Driver Compliance Specialist

Location: Brooklyn, NY
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: From $82,000 per year
Company: First Student

About the Role

What You\'ll Do

As the Driver Compliance Specialist, you will help maintain safe, compliant, and efficient transportation operations by managing driver compliance requirements at the location level.

Responsibilities include:

Serve as a certified NYS 19-A Examiner
Conduct required pre-employment, annual, and biennial driver qualification reviews
Administer required driver testing, evaluations, and compliance checks
Train and evaluate drivers on safe driving procedures and regulatory requirements
Maintain compliance with NYS DMV, SED, and NYC DOE requirements
Manage driver qualification files and ensure documentation is accurate, complete, and current
Monitor driver compliance status and follow up on missing or expired documentation
Support audits, inspections, regulatory reviews, and corrective action processes
Maintain contract compliance and ensure adherence to legal and operational requirements
Prepare compliance reports, schedules, management reports, and official correspondence
Enter, update, and retrieve data from fleet and compliance management systems
Communicate with drivers, monitors, managers, customers, vendors, and internal departments
Support additional safety, compliance, and operational needs as required

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid NYS 19-A Examiner License
Minimum of 2 years of administrative, office, compliance, transportation, or operations experience
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office
Ability to maintain accurate records and confidential information
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and follow-up skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

SBDI certification strongly preferred
Experience in school transportation, driver compliance, safety training, or regulated transportation operations
Experience working with NYS DMV, SED, or NYC DOE compliance requirements
Experience using fleet, compliance, HR, or driver management systems

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Why Join First Student?

First for a reason:

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  After school, field trips & events
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  Vehicle tracking – districts & parents
Electrification
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  Above-ground charging infrastructure
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Programs & Services
- Home-to-School
  Full-service student transportation
- Special Needs Transportation
  Service, training & support
- Alternative Transportation
  Non-yellow bus services
- Non-Contract Services
  À la carte services
- Charter Bus & Van Rental
  After school, field trips & events
Technology
- HALO™
  Our proprietary technology platform
- First View®
  Vehicle tracking – districts & parents
Electrification
- Electric Buses
  Sustainable fleet solutions
- First Charge™
  Above-ground charging infrastructure
Safety & Training
- Safety Culture
  Practices, processes & technology
- Driver Training
  Comprehensive programs for drivers
- First Serves®
  Student support training program
- Safety Dog
  Our safety ambassador mascot
About
- About First Student
  The leader in student transportation
- Leadership
  Meet our team
- Newsroom
  Media kit, news & stats
- Press Releases
  Recent happenings & developments
- Investor Relations
  Financials & investor relations events
Contact
- Partner with Us
  Improve your student experience
- Contact Us
  Connect with us
- Submit an RFP
  Request a competitive proposal
- Provide Feedback
  Community feedback portal
- Mergers & Acquisitions
  Our step-by-step process

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