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Transportation Recruitment Events

Recruitment Events

PGCPS Recruitment Team hosts recruitment events and participates in the virtual and in-person events listed below.

*Note: Dates and Events are Subject to Change

January 2026

01/08/2026

PGCPS Library Transportation Event
PGCPS Hosted Event

Hyattsville Library  

In-Person  

01/28/2026

Premiere Recruitment Season Kickoff
PGCPS Hosted Event

TBD

In-Person

February 2026

02/04/2026

PGCPS Hosted Virtual Event Recruitment
PGCPS Hosted Event

Virtual

Virtual

02/05/2026

PGCMLS Library Transportation Event 

Hyattsville Library

In-Person

March 2026

03/04/2026

PGCPS Virtual Recruitment Event Transportation
PGCPS Hosted Event

Virtual

Virtual

03/05/2026

PGCMLS Library Transportation Event  

Hyattsville Library  

In-Person

03/14/2026

PGCPS Bilingual Recruitment Event
PGCPS Hosted Event

Sonia Sotomayor Middle School

In-Person

April 2026

04/01/2026

PGCPS Transportation Recruitment Event
PGCPS Hosted Event

Virtual

Virtual

04/02/2026

PGCMLS Library Transportation Event 

Hyattsville Library

In-Person

May 2026

05/02/2026

PGCPS Transportation Recruitment Event
PGCPS Hosted Event

Virtual

Virtual

05/02/2026

PGCMLS Library Transportation Event 

Hyattsville Library

In-Person

05/06/2026

PGCPS Transportation Recruitment Event
PGCPS Hosted Event

Virtual

Virtual

05/07/2026

PGCMLS Library Transportation Event  

Hyattsville Library  

In-Person

June 2026

06/03/2026

PGCPS Transportation Recruitment Event
PGCPS Hosted Event

Virtual

Virtual

06/04/2026

PGCMLS Library Transportation Event  

Hyattsville Library  

In-Person

06/23/2026

PGCPS Hiring Palooza
PGCPS Hosted Event

Dr Henry A. Wise High School

In-Person

July 2026

07/02/2026

PGCMLS Library Transportation Event  

Hyattsville, MD  

In-Person

07/08/2026

PGCPS Hiring Palooza
PGCPS Hosted Event

Dr Henry A. Wise High School

In-Person

07/29/2026

PGCPS Hiring Palooza
PGCPS Hosted Event

Dr Henry A. Wise High School

In-Person

August  2026

08/06/2026

PGCMLS Library Transportation Event  

Hyattsville, Md  

In-Person  

Steps to Become a Bus Driver or Bus Attendant

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    • Use the drop down menu to sort openings by job category (bus driver and attendants are under "support")
    • To ensure consideration, submit a completed online application and upload all documents ( example: High school diploma, typed reference letter, certifications etc.)
  • Within 2 weeks of applying, you will receive an email with the required documentation to be considered for an interview. Bring all of the required documentation to the Sasscer Administration Building. Incomplete paperwork will not be accepted.
  • You will attend your scheduled interview.
  • After your interview, you will be signed up for CDL/Bus Attendant training. YOU must obtain your CDL Learner's Permit with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements before entering the CDL training.
  • After successfully completing your training, you will report to the Sasscer Administration Building to register for your New Employee Orientation.

What you need to apply

Required Documents for Bus Driver Applicant

  • Complete Driver's Record with receipt (Maryland)
    • Virginia- 7 year Driver's Record
    • Washington D.C.- 10 year Driver's Record
  • Results of a Tuberculosis Test (within the past 12 months)
  • A copy of your resume
  • 2 letters of reference (Must be dated within the last 12 months, typed and signed)
    • Reference Letter #1: Must be from your previous supervisor on the company's letterhead paper
    • Reference Letter #2: Personal Reference letter can not be from a family member

Required Documents for Bus Attendant Applicant

  • Results of a Tuberculosis Test (within the past 12 months)
  • Physical (within the past 12 months)
  • A copy of your resume'
  • 2 letters of reference (Must be dated within the last 12 months, typed and signed)
    • Reference Letter #1: Must be from your previous supervisor on the company's letterhead paper
    • Reference Letter #2: Personal Reference letter can not be from a family member

Transportation Jobs Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to have a CDL before interviewing?

You do not need your CDL before interviewing. However, you will need to obtain the CDL Learners Permit with passenger and school bus endorsements before enrolling in the training class. 

What are the requirements?

Please refer to our "Required Documents" section of our page. 

Do I need a High School Diploma or GED?

HS Diploma is no longer required for Bus Drivers, however it is still a requirement for Bus Attendants

Do you provide paid training?

Yes, training is paid.  

I have a CDL, does my experience count towards my starting salary?

All new permanent drivers start at $18.78/hr. 

Am I able to use my high school diploma from another country?

High school diplomas and degrees from other countries need to be evaluated. See list of approved organizations for evaluations.