Bus Driver (Temporary Hourly) - Continuous Posting

University at Albany; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A public university in New York is seeking a temporary Bus Driver to provide transportation services. The ideal candidate must possess a valid Class A or B CDL and have the ability to operate vehicles safely under various road conditions. This role includes evening shifts and requires applicants to demonstrate commitment to diversity and inclusion. Salary is $19.34 hourly.

Qualifications

• Possess and maintain a valid Class A or B New York State commercial driver license (CDL).
• Ability to plan routes to specific locations efficiently.
• Successful completion of pre-employment testing for controlled substance use is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate assigned vehicles under various road conditions.
• Maintain a safe and legal operation of vehicles.
• Communicate effectively for information exchange.

Skills

Working knowledge of the Vehicle and Traffic Law

Ability to operate assigned vehicles safely

Ability to communicate orally

Education

Valid Class A or B New York State commercial driver license (CDL)

Job description

University at Albany Job Posting: Bus Driver (Temporary Hourly) - Continuous Posting

Bus Driver (Temporary Hourly) - Continuous Posting

Established in 1844 and designated a University Center of the State University of New York in 1962, the University at Albany's broad mission of excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, research and public service engages 17,300 diverse students in eight schools and colleges across three campuses. Located in Albany, New York, New York State's capital, the University is convenient to Boston, New York City and the Adirondacks.

ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLASSIFIED SERVICE VACANCY

The following vacancy is for a temporary, hourly at-will appointment that may end at any time at agency discretion.

Job Description:

Vacancy: Temporary Bus Driver

Apply by: Continuous

Title: Bus Driver

Location: Parking & Mass Transit Services

Salary: $19.34 hourly

Grade: CSEA SG-8

Hours: F/T: Evenings: 2:00pm-10:30pm, 2:45pm-11:15pm: 9 months annually from mid-August to mid-December then mid-January to mid-May

Duration: Temporary

Requirements:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Possess and maintain a valid Class A or B New York State commercial driver license (CDL). Appointees will also be required to obtain and maintain a "P" (passenger) endorsement and may also be required to obtain and maintain an "S" (school bus) endorsement based on assignment

OPERATING NEEDS:

• Working knowledge of the Vehicle and Traffic Law as it applies to the safe and legal operation of vehicles operated.
• Working knowledge of simple automotive repair and maintenance procedures.
• Working knowledge of routes to specific locations normally visited.
• Ability to operate assigned vehicles safely and effectively under various road conditions.
• Ability to plan routes to specific locations and to properly estimate time required to reach the locations.
• Ability to communicate orally for the purpose of exchanging information.

Appointment will be contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment testing for controlled substance use as mandated by the Federal Highway Administration Omnibus Transportation Act of 1991 (OTETA). Employment cannot commence until notification for successful completion of this pre-employment testing is received. Please note that in addition to the initial testing required by OTETA, the Act further requires that the University conduct pre-assignment (promotion), reasonable suspicion, post-accident, random, follow-up and return to duty drug and alcohol testing throughout the period of employment.

Additional Information:

Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community

Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements.

Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the following website for the complete Annual Security Report ("Clery Report"): http://police.albany.edu/ASR.shtml

THE UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY IS AN EO/AA/IRCA/ADA EMPLOYER

Application Instructions:

Applicants MUST submit the below documents through the online application process. Accommodations can be provided to applicants who need assistance applying online.

• Classified Employment Application form
• Employment and Experience form
• Optional: Resume and/or cover letter may be uploaded as an additional document. Please note that the application and employment forms must still be completed in their entirety.

Note: The required forms are included in the online application process, which will be found after clicking "apply now"

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