SENIOR SERVICES DRIVER
About The Position
The Community & Library Services Department is seeking a part-time driver for our Senior Services division. The Ideal candidate has strong communication and interpersonal skills. The incumbent will have the ability to relate to a diverse group of people. Shifts are typically between the hours of 7 AM and 4 PM, with occasional Saturday or evenings required for special events or trainings. The ideal candidate would be available to work at least two days a week. Note: This recruitment may close at any time, and will close once the hiring manager determines that enough qualified applications have been received. Temporary/part-time employment is restricted to 1,000 hours within a 12-month period (July 1- June 30) and does not qualify to receive City benefits, except those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system. However, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7½% of base earnings to the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice. Further restrictions apply to CalPERS retired annuitants.
Requirements
- Knowledge of: City and departmental policies and procedures; City geography; transportation routes; safe driving practices; California Vehicle Code; vehicle preventative maintenance; customer service methods and practices; senior program services; Mobile Data Terminals and GPS used for drivers manifests and communication.
- Ability to: Operate a motor vehicle and drive in a safe and efficient manner; read and follow street maps and GPS; plan and adhere to route schedules; exercise good judgement and take effective action in responding to emergency situations; safely lift and move heavy objects; maintain accurate records; communicate effectively with clients, volunteers and staff; willingness and patience to work with older adults and persons with disabilities; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; communicate effectively with others; and deliver quality customer service; properly secure mobility devices such as wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, and personal shopping carts.
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
- Experience: Three (3) years of related experience.
- Licenses/Certifications: Must have a valid Class B California driver's at the time of appointment and throughout employment. Will be required to obtain a passenger endorsement within six (6) months of appointment.
- Employees regularly assigned/required to drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program due to the performance of field duties that may require operation of a City vehicle.
- Positions in this classification are deemed safety sensitive under Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations and subject to drug and alcohol testing.
- Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year of social service experience is desirable.
- Experience in working with older adults or people with disabilities is highly desirable.
Responsibilities
- Delivers demand responsive transportation services to ensure timely, efficient and safe customer service
- Drives various routes using guidance and direction from Senior Services Transportation Coordinator
- Completes necessary reports
- Provides safe and efficient services needed to facilitate orderly movement of passengers
- Transports seniors to medical and non-medical appointments and to the Senior Center in Central Park lunch, activities, and classes offered by city vehicle
- May assist clients and mobility devices with boarding and exiting the vehicle
- Performs routine vehicle checks and maintenance
- Keeps records and makes reports as required
- Performs other related duties as required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Industry
Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
