Student Worker - Driver, ASUN Pack Rides

Nevadaasun; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 17,908 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) ASUN Pack Rides is hiring student workers for Driver positions. You will work a flexible schedule around classes, focused on safe transportation and customer service for the campus community.

Applicants must be enrolled undergrad students in good standing with a GPA of at least 2.00 and at least 30 credits per year. Weekend availability and a clean DMV record are required; pre-employment background and drug tests apply.

Qualifications

• Enrolled undergraduate student at University of Nevada, Reno (UNR).
• Maintain good academic standing with a minimum 2.00 GPA and at least 30 credits per academic year.
• Freshman students with no GPA may be eligible if they meet credit requirements.

Responsibilities

• On-demand ride service that runs within a short radius from campus.
• Defensive driving strategies to ensure safe transportation of students, faculty and staff.
• Provide strong customer service and make riders feel welcome at all times.
• Explain important safety information to riders and follow all laws.
• Regularly inspect and ensure cleanliness and safety of vehicles.
• Record usage data and assist in rider surveys and data analysis.
• Communicate issues to supervisors and participate in staff meetings.
• Assist University Police in keeping campus safe by reporting suspicious activity.

Skills

Defensive driving

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Undergraduate student at UNR

Job description

## Student Worker - Driver, ASUN Pack RidesApplylocations: University of Nevada, Reno - Main Campustime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R0152376The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at [phone] or [e-mail]. For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at [phone].**Job Description**ASUN Pack Rides is a unique, fast-paced work environment. We are recruiting motivated students for Driver positions to work a flexible schedule around school hours, who enjoy working as a team, meeting new people and are not afraid of a challenge. Our mission is to be known as a premier student program and by promoting safe transportation, we foster the connection where students can further their education through academics and community engagement.ASUN Pack Rides provides a unique working environment that is both exciting and challenging. It is a great way to meet new people and learn more about the campus and Reno community. As a department of ASUN, it affords its student leaders a fantastic opportunity to be involved in a variety of ASUN activities. This is a great opportunity to help others and build a resume to support future career initiatives all at the same time!Pack Rides provides the following services to the University of Nevada, Reno campus community which includes helping other students, ensuring safety, and providing reliable transportation.* Continuous shuttle on weekends that picks up from campus and takes students to the WinCo and Walmart shopping centers.* Nighttime fixed-route shuttle with stops along campus.**Responsibilities*** On-demand ride service that runs three miles from campus.* Defensive driving strategies to ensure safe and timely transportation of students, faculty and staff of the University of Nevada, Reno.* Employ strong customer service skills to make riders feel welcome at all times.* Explain important information about personal safety awareness to riders.* Follow all federal, state and local laws.* Regularly inspect and assess cleanliness and safety of vehicles.* Use technology to record statistical usage data of every service call.* Define the importance of data and assist in collecting it via the administration of rider surveys.* Judge situations to make decisions that ensure the safety of themselves and others.* Effectively communicate issues to supervisors at all times.* Regularly discuss issues and current events affecting the campus community to be informed at all times.* Attend monthly staff meetings to engage in critical discussion to devise solutions to problems affecting the service and predict future challenges.* Assist University Police in keeping campus safe by reporting suspicious or unsafe activity.**Required Qualifications*** Candidate must be enrolled at the University of Nevada, Reno* Candidate must be in good standing as an undergraduate student* Candidate must have and maintain a minimum 2.00 GPA and be enrolled in a minimum 30 credit hours per academic school year at the University of Nevada, Reno **\***Freshman students with no college GPA are eligible, but must be enrolled in the requisite number of credits* Candidate must be available weekends and be willing to work late hours* Candidate must have a minimum of 3 years of clean driving experience. DMV driving record printout required upon offer of employment* **Candidate must pass a state and federal criminal background check upon offer of employment*** **Candidate must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test upon offer of employment****Preferred Qualifications*** Strong judgment and responsible decision-making skills* Strong listening and leadership skills* Assertive enough to maintain boundaries and restriction in the interest of safety and Pack Rides Policy* Exceptional defensive driving skills after dark, often in heavy traffic and/or inclement weather**Schedule**Expected hours to work per week: Up to 20Very flexible evening schedule, based on available shifts.**Compensation Grade**Student Employee Level 3$13.75/hr**Department Information**Our mission is to be known as a premier student program and by promoting safe transportation, we foster the connection where students can further their education through academics and community engagement. For more information about the Pack Rides program, please visit: https://www.unr.edu/campus-escort/about*Note: This position is subject to a pre-employment, post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test. The candidate selected for hire will be required to sign a form acknowledging this policy. A positive drug or alcohol test will result in referral to the University of Nevada, Reno Student Conduct Office***Exempt**No**Full-Time Equivalent**50.0%**Required Attachment(s)**Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at [e-mail].**Attach the following attachment(s) to your application****Resume** – (required) List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.**Cover Letter** – (optional)**Contact Information for Two References** – (optional) Please include name, contact information, and relationship.**This posting is open until filled**