Certified Adaptive Driving Instructor

Troy University; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Troy University in Decatur, AL, is seeking an assistant to support the ADRS Adaptive Driving Program. You will work with the Certified Driving Rehabilitation Specialist to evaluate and train clients, maintain adaptive equipment, and help with vehicle maintenance and scheduling responsibilities.

Preferred candidates hold a High School Diploma and Alabama driving certifications, including CDL-related credentials, with valid Alabama driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Credentials of Certified Driving Instructor, or eligible for certification in Alabama.
• Certified in Alabama as a 3rd party License Examiner or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Assist the CDRS in evaluation and training for ADRS Adaptive Driving Program (ADP).
• Maintain specialized adaptive equipment and devices for ADT/ADP use.
• Perform scheduled maintenance, service, and minor repair of vehicles and mounting equipment.
• Schedule service-related work and support operations for the ADRS program.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Driving Instructor credentials (AL)

Alabama 3rd Party License Examiner eligibility

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

PLEASE NOTE : Position is located in DECATUR , AL
This position assists the Certified Driving Rehabilitation Specialist ( CDRS ) in serving consumers in the ADRS Adaptive Driving Program. These duties will include but not be limited to: assisting CDRS in evaluation and training for ADT services, maintaining specialized adaptive equipment and devices related to ADT program for use in the evaluation and treatment of orthopedically, and/or neurologically impaired clients of ADRS , perform scheduled maintenance, service, and minor repair of vehicles and mounting equipment, schedule all service station related work, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High School Diploma
2. Credentials of Certified Driving Instructor, or eligible for certification as a Certified Driving Instructor in the State of Alabama
3. Certified in the State of Alabama as a 3rd party License Examiner or Alabama 3rd Party License examiner eligible
4. Valid Alabama driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

1. College experience preferred

Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties?

Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? Driving is a primary responsibility

Work Hours

Varies/To be determined

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Physical ability to lift and carry objects weighing approximately 50 pounds.

Does this position have supervisory responsibility?

Does this position have supervisory responsibility? No

Posting Date

06/03/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Position located in Decatur, AL
Position is funded by external sponsor agency. Troy University is under no obligation to maintain this position if funding from external source is reduced or ceased.

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Troy University employment website (www.troyuniversityjobs.com)
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Higher Ed Jobs
  • Social Media website
  • Indeed
  • Other employment website (please specify below)
  • Employee Referral (please specify below)
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• Please specify:

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Regarding your current employment status, please select one of the following:
  • Not a current Troy University employee
  • Current part-time Troy employee (including adjunct faculty)
  • Current full-time Troy employee - initial appraisal period complete
  • Current full-time Troy employee - still within initial appraisal period (six months for new employees and three months for promoted employees)
• * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have credentials of Certified Driving Instructor, or eligible for certification as a Certified Driving Instructor in the State of Alabama?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you certified in the State of Alabama as a 3rd party License Examiner or Alabama 3rd Party License examiner eligible?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid Alabama driver license?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References

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