Driver/Motor Coach Operator (Contingent II)

Bowie State University; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Prescription coverage

Long-term disability

AD&D insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Tuition remission

Supplemental retirement

Job summary

Bowie State University in Bowie, MD seeks a Driver/Motor Coach Operator (Contingent II) to transport students, faculty and guests while maintaining safety and service quality. You will operate university vehicles per routes, schedules and safety rules, conduct pre/post trip inspections, and document transportation activities.

Requirements include a valid Maryland CDL with passenger endorsement, a high school diploma or GED, and 2 years' experience operating commercial passenger vehicles.

Qualifications

• Valid Maryland Commercial Class B driver's license (CDL) with passenger endorsement and no air brake restrictions.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of experience operating commercial passenger vehicles or providing professional transportation services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates motor coaches, shuttle buses, vans, and other University-owned passenger vehicles in accordance with assigned routes, schedules, and safety procedures.
• Provides transportation for students, faculty, staff, administrators, athletic teams, campus visitors, and University-sponsored activities.
• Safely loads and unloads passengers, luggage, equipment, and materials while ensuring passenger comfort and safety.
• Operates vehicles in compliance with FMCSA, DOT, State of Maryland, University System of Maryland, and Bowie State University regulations.
• Maintains awareness of road conditions, traffic patterns, and weather to ensure safe operation.
• Utilizes transportation scheduling systems and other departmental technology to receive assignments and document transportation activities.

Skills

CDL with passenger endorsement

Vehicle operation experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Transportation scheduling systems

Job description

JR102227 Driver/Motor Coach Operator (Contingent II) (Open)

Department: BSU New Student Center, JM

Position Type: Non-Regular Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Open Date: 10-07-2026

Close Date: $44,053 - $53,144

Job Description:

Under general supervision, operates medium and heavy dutycommercial passenger vehicles, transporting passengers to variouslocations and ensuring the safety of all passengers. Ensures theoperational readiness of equipment and performs basic maintenanceservice activities.

Responsibilities:

Transportation Operations

• Operates motor coaches, shuttle buses, vans, and otherUniversity-owned passenger vehicles in accordance with assignedroutes, schedules, and established safety procedures.
• Provides transportation for students, faculty, staff, administrators, athletic teams, campus visitors, and University-sponsored activities.
• Safely loads and unloads passengers, luggage, equipment, and materials while ensuring passenger comfort and safety.
• Operates vehicles in compliance with all applicable Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Department of Transportation (DOT), State of Maryland, University System of Maryland, and Bowie State University regulations.
• Maintains awareness of road conditions, traffic patterns, and weather conditions to ensure safe vehicle operation.
• Utilizes transportation scheduling systems and other departmental technology to receive assignments and document transportation activities.

Safety, Compliance & Fleet Readiness

• Performs required pre-trip, and post-trip inspections and immediately reports mechanical defects, safety concerns, or maintenance issues.
• Performs basic preventative maintenance checks to ensure vehicles remain in safe operating condition.
• Maintains vehicle cleanliness by washing, sanitizing, fueling, and preparing assigned vehicles for daily operation.
• Performs routine cleaning and sanitation of bus restrooms, including disinfecting fixtures, restocking supplies, and disposing of waste properly.
• Coordinates and documents scheduled maintenance, inspections, emissions testing, repairs, and preventative maintenance activities.
• Completes accurate mileage logs, fuel reports, vehicle inspection reports, maintenance records, and incident reports.
• Responds appropriately to accidents, emergencies, or service interruptions while following established University procedures.
• Promotes and maintains a safe environment for passengers by following defensive driving practices and enforcing transportation safety policies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Required: Valid Maryland Commercial Class B driver's license (CDL) with passenger endorsement and no air brake restrictions.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of experience operating commercial passenger vehicles or providing professional transportation services preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of commercial passenger vehicle operation and preventative maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of FMCSA, DOT, State of Maryland, and University transportation regulations.
• Ability to safely operate commercial passenger vehicles in varying traffic, weather, and road conditions.
• Ability to identify, document, and report vehicle maintenance concerns.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and remain calm during emergencies.
• Ability to accurately complete required reports and documentation.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining professionalism and accountability.
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and exceptional customer service.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must maintain a valid Maryland Commercial Driver's License with Passenger endorsement and an acceptable driving record throughout employment.
• Subject to pre-employment, post-accident, random, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing in accordance with FMCSA regulations, State of Maryland requirements, and University policy.
• Candidates may be required to successfully complete medical examinations or inquiries to determine their ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Must maintain all required certifications, training, and licenses throughout employment.
• Continued employment is contingent upon compliance with all applicable federal, state, University, and departmental transportation policies and safety standards.
• Available for shifts during weekends, early mornings, late nights and overnights as needed.

Additional Job Information:

Benefits include medical, dental, prescription, long-termdisability, accidental death and dismemberment insurance and lifeinsurance; paid time for paid sick leave and annual leave; 10 paidholidays per year, tuition remission and supplementalretirement

Bowie State University shall not discriminate against anyindividual on the basis of race, color, religion, age, ancestry ornational origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, maritalstatus or veteran status. All policies, programs, and activities ofBowie State University are and shall be in conformity with allpertinent Federal and state laws of nondiscrimination including,but not limited to: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, asamended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the EqualPay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination Act, Sections 503 and 504of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with DisabilitiesAct of 1990, Federal Executive Order No. 11375, and Article 49B ofthe Annotated Code of Maryland. This commitment applies in allareas and embraces faculty, staff, and students.

Equal opportunity of access to academic and related programs shallbe extended to all persons. Bowie State University shall have asits firm objective equal opportunity in recruitment and hiring,rate of pay, all other promotions, training, retention anddismissals, for all employees and applicants for employment. TheUniversity will stress equal access for employees and applicantsfor employment to all programs and services provided by theUniversity both on and off campus. The University will also provideequal opportunity and an atmosphere of nondiscrimination withrespect to women and members of minority groups in all itsoperations. In addition, the University shall promote equalopportunity and equal treatment through a positive and continuingAffirmative Action Program.

The University makes, and will continue to make, reasonableaccommodations to promote the employment of qualified individualswith disabilities and disabled veterans, unless such accommodationswould impose an undue hardship on the University's business.

In addition, employees and applicants will not be subjected toharassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discriminationbecause they have engaged in, or may have engaged in, activitiessuch as filing a complaint, assisting or participating in aninvestigation, compliance review or hearing, or opposing any act orpractice made unlawful, or exercising any other right protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended or the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, asamended.