Van Driver (Local Government)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Potter (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Part-time Van Driver for the Potter County MH/ID Unit to support transportation of eligible residents to appointments in a safe, reliable manner.

This role emphasizes responsibility, teamwork, and public service, with up to 18 hours per week and a requirement to hold a PA driver’s license and residency in PA.

Qualifications

• One year of employment requiring operation of a motor vehicle, or equivalent.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license required.
• No license suspensions in the last three years.
• PA residency requirement; preference for Potter County residency.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Drive and transport consumers to medical and social program appointments.
• Operate vehicles safely according to state laws.
• Locate routes and maintain familiarity with local area.
• Inspect vehicles for safety before trips.
• Protect consumer information and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Motor vehicle operation

Driving

Job description

Posting number: CS-2026-58573-L0886

Department: Local Government

Division: HS Potter Co Mh/Id Unit

Job classification: Van Driver (Local Government)

Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy

Categories: Social Services, Transportation, Drivers

Summary

Do you want to make a positive impact everyday? The Part-time Van Driver position with Potter County MH/ID Unit offers a chance to support important community needs. This role allows you to help eligible residents reach vital appointments in a safe and reliable way. You will join an agency that values responsibility, teamwork, and public service. If you enjoy driving and helping others, we want to hear from you!

Examples of duties

This position supports the safe transportation of consumers to medical and social program appointments. As a Part-time Van Driver, you will perform the following duties:

• Driving Safety: Operate vehicles safely and skillfully while following all state traffic laws
• Geographic Awareness: Navigate the local area using general knowledge of routes and landmarks
• Vehicle Inspection: Inspect automotive equipment to identify signs of defective operation
• Consumer Assistance: Assist consumers during transport and provide basic information about riding in county vehicles
• Information Confidentiality: Protect all consumer information and maintain confidentiality at all times

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Part-time employment
• Work hours and days may very with a maximum of 18 hours per week.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of employment which required operation of a motor vehicle as a regular duty; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirement:

• You must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.

Condition of Employment:

• No suspension of driver’s license within the last three years.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• Hiring preference for this vacancy may be given to candidates who live within Potter County. If no eligible candidates who live within Potter County apply for this position, candidates who reside in other counties may be considered.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
  • Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Supplemental information

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.