Youth Transportation Specialist (Driver)
About The Position
Youth Engagement Transportation Specialists support transportation to and from Liliʻuokalani Center (LC) for kamalei on Oʻahu and throughout the paeʻāina. As part of the Engagement Center team, they help reduce barriers to access and provide the first and last connection for traveling kamalei during a program day. In addition to driving, they coordinate transportation logistics and communicate with kamalei, ʻohanas, and LC teammates about travel and transitions. The role primarily plans and implements shuttle service for weekday evening and Saturday LC programs. Seasonally, it also supports flight travel to and from neighbor islands for kamalei attending intensive programs and events on Oʻahu. Liliʻuokalani Center is a youth hub grounded in Hawaiian culture and an understanding of the adolescent experience. It offers Native Hawaiian youth opportunities to connect with peers and mentors, access supportive services, and explore pathways to passion, purpose, and prosperity. The Center provides a safe, pro-social environment where youth can pursue interests in the arts, sports, technology, life readiness, and wellness, with wraparound supports to help them reach their goals. The specialist collaborates with the Kamalei Recruitment and Wellness Team, works directly with youth under that team’s direction, and drives LT’s 11-passenger vans. The position also supports program planning and implementation, facility operations, transportation planning, and administrative coordination. Evening and weekend hours are required. The position reports to the Program Coordinator - Transportation and is nonexempt.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience offering transportation services.
- One to two years of experience working with youth and youth programming.
- Ability to work in different settings, including schools, public spaces, offices, and distressed communities.
- Ability to drive long distances and provide safe transportation for youth to and from LC.
- Valid driver’s license and clean traffic abstract.
- TB clearance.
- Evening and weekend hours are required.
Nice To Haves
- Lived experience and a perspective reflective of the community served; the Trust strives for representative diversity among its staff.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Kamalei Recruitment and Wellness Team to provide transportation support to and from LC.
- Work directly with youth involved in programming, providing support under the direction of the Kamalei Recruitment and Wellness Team.
- Drive LT’s 11-passenger vans to transport kamalei to LC programs.
- Build and sustain trusting relationships with youth through authentic engagement that encourages participation, fosters belonging, and supports program success.
- Assist with program planning, implementation, and monitoring, including facilitating transportation services.
- Assist with opening, closing, and monitoring facilities.
- Assist with planning transportation logistics.
- Provide administrative support and coordinate and document program-related activities.
- Accept new assignments, help team members, learn new skills, and collaborate toward the Trust’s strategic goals.
- Participate in continuing education and training opportunities for professional development.
- Perform other duties as needed and assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
