Part-Time Bus Operator

Columbus State University; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbus State University seeks a part-time Bus Operator to transport students and staff between campus locations and events. The role requires safe operation of buses and vans, adherence to schedules, and routine vehicle care.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, at least three years of driving experience, and a valid CDL with Passenger Endorsement. A pre-employment drug screen and background checks are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least three years of driving experience.
• Valid CDL with Passenger Endorsement and Airbrake Certification.
• Must pass drug screen, physical, and background checks.
• Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) must be clean at hire and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Operate buses and vans of various sizes.
• Wash and clean buses and vans as required.
• Make extracurricular trips as necessary and perform related duties.

Skills

Driving experience

Defensive driving

CDL with Passenger Endorsement

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Part-Time Bus Operator

Job ID: 305176

Location: Columbus State University

Full/Part Time: Part Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today.

Job Summary

Columbus State University is looking for a part-time bus operator.

Responsibilities

The selected candidate will assume the responsibility of operating buses and vans of various sizes; washing and cleaning buses and vans as required; making extracurricular trips as necessary and performing related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of driving experience as a licensed driver. The selected candidate must possess a valid CDL with Passenger Endorsement, Airbrake Certification, and a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) prior to employment; must be physically able to drive and maintain the vehicle; and must attend a defensive driving class. A successful drug screening, physical examination, and background checks (to include criminal background check and driver¿s history check) will be required as a condition of employment and randomly thereafter.

Proposed Salary

The salary is commensurate with education and experience. This part-time position may work up to 19 hours per week, but is not guaranteed weekly hours.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-507-8920 or e-mail to [e-mail].

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Institutional Values

• Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
• Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
• Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
• Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
• Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
• Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
• Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities;
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle.

*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.*

For Faculty Hires

Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.

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