Transportation Supervisor (Equipment Operator III) - REPOST: OIDD-Whitten

State of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Deferred Compensation Program

SCRS Retirement

ORP Retirement

Job summary

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, is seeking a Transportation Supervisor for Whitten Regional Center in Clinton, SC. This role provides daily supervision to transportation staff and coordinates vehicle assignments with Fleet Management.

The position requires a high school diploma, a valid SC driver's license, and Defensive Driving certification, with the ability to lead a team and operate in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Valid SC driver's license required.
• Experience in operation or maintenance of heavy equipment, motorized vehicles, or related machinery.
• Ability to implement and follow a strict transportation staff schedule.
• Up-to-date Defensive Driving certification.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and work with limited supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and computer literacy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and lift up to 20 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily supervision of Transportation Department staff, including driving when needed.
• Ensure consumer transportation schedules on and off Whitten Center campus are followed.
• Coordinate vehicle assignments for trips on and off campus; collaborate with SC Fleet Management for service and maintenance.
• Perform other related duties, such as cleaning vehicles and assisting in other departments.

Skills

Staff supervision

Scheduling

Vehicle coordination

Defensive driving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

*This position is being reposted. Previous applicants are still being considered and need not reapply.*

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD), Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Transportation Supervisor who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.

This position provides supervision to the transportation staff by radio dispatch and other forms of communication. May have to occasionally operate motor vehicles for Whitten Center. This position is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of the Transportation Department. Works closely with the Direct Support Managers and nursing and exercises a high degree of discretion and sound judgment. This position will require the ability to work independently with limited supervision.

• Providing daily supervision of the staff who work within the Transportation Department. While also driving, when needed.


• Ensures that schedules for consumer transportation on and off of Whitten Center's campus are followed.


• Coordinates the vehicle assignments for trips on and off campus. Coordinates with SC Fleet Management to properly organize vehicle service issues and gets vehicles to and from service when needed.


• Other related duties: such as cleaning vehicles and assisting in other departments.

The position for this posting is located at Whitten Regional Center, an Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (ICF-IID) of BHDD-OIDD located in Clinton, SC serving residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

High school diploma. Valid SC driver's license. Experience in the operation or maintenance of heavy equipment, motorized vehicles or vessels, or machinery that is directly related to the area of employment. Ability to implement and follow a strict schedule for transportation staff, to ensure timeliness and promptness to destination. Ability to perform operational maintenance. Up-to-date Defensive Driving certification. Ability to exercise sound judgment, complying with all required regulations and procedures. Ability to be a team leader and maintain effective working relationships. Computer skills as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment. Ability to frequently stand, walk, stoop, been, and pull up to 20 pounds.

Employment Contingency: Employment is contingent upon our receipt of the following required pre-employment screenings: medical screening – to include a drug screening; background record checks (to include fingerprinting), South Carolina Department of Social Services’ Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry screening, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General "List of Excluded Individuals/Entities" screening; South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record check; and a review of transcripts verifying educational credentials. We reserve the right to rescind an offer of employment in the event minimum requirements are not met to include positions that require certifications and/or licensure, your application is incomplete or inaccurate, or our review of your background uncovers information, including opinions of previous employers and references, which cause us to conclude, at our sole discretion, that you are not suited for the position.

Immunization: If this position requires the applicant to work directly with consumers of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, tuberculosis (TB) skin or blood testing must be completed prior to beginning employment. All new employees who are healthcare providers are required to provide documentation of immunity or be immunized against measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, Varicella and Hepatitis B prior to beginning employment.

State Disaster Plan: In accordance with the State's Disaster Plan, which includes hazardous weather, employees of The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities may be required to work in times of an emergency or disaster.

Employee Referral: The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities supports a Referral Incentive Reward and a Retention Bonus program. You may contact Human Resources for further information.

Supplemental Questions: Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the State application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

The South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.


• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year


• 15 days sick leave per year


• 13 paid holidays


• Paid Parental Leave


• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)


• Retirement benefit choices *
  
  
  • State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
  
  
  • State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)