Part-time, as-needed, Van/Bus Driver Pool

Lane Community College

United States, Oregon, Florence

3149 Oak Street (Show on map)

Nov 09, 2024

Posting Details

AA/EEO Statement

AA/EEO Statement:	Lane Community College is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Veteran / Disabled Employer embracing equity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage a safe and hospitable environment for historically marginalized populations including women, BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and candidates and employees living with disabilities.
Veterans Statement	Lane actively recruits veterans and those with disabilities for all positions. For accommodations and questions call 541-463-5586. Veterans, please fax, e-mail, mail or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources, roushz@lanecc.edu, 541-463-3970. Lane Community College ensures that all documentation submitted to HR will remain confidential.

Position Information:

Posting Number:	240088
Job Title:	Part-time, as-needed, Van/Bus Driver Pool
Applicant Notification:	Search Information The LCC Florence Center is seeking to hire one or more part-time, as-needed, Bus Drivers throughout the 2024/2025 academic year. Application Information This is an applicant pool posting. The first review date of applications may be as early as 10 business days after posting. Subsequent review dates will be based upon department needs. Lane Community College reserves the right to modify this information. This position works on an as-needed basis and is a temporary assignment based on student, college, and division needs. Provide all documents as requested. A resume may not take the place of any section of the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will remain in the applicant pool until the position(s) is filled.
Location:	Florence
Classification:	Bus Driver
Position Type:	Hourly Part-Time Classified
Anticipated Start Date:	Upon Hire
Salary/Wage:	Hourly
Salary/Wage Range:	$18.96 - $27.80 per hour (Classified Hourly Pay Grade 8)
Salary/Compensation Statement:	Our application is used to determine your initial salary placement for selected candidates. All employment and education history will be considered. Part-Time Benefits may be available for qualified employees.
Grant Statement:
Working Schedule:	Schedule may vary with hours increasing during peak periods up to 40 hours per week, up to 1039 hours in a 12-month period. The Bus Driver schedule is dependent on the needs of the College, and usually involves the transport of non-credit students to points of interest in Western Lane County. This as-needed schedule is arranged with the driver in advanced and can take place at any time throughout the week.
FLSA:	Non-Exempt
Position Status:	Temporary
Full/Part:	Part-Time
Annual Schedule:	260 Day (12 Month)
Annual Schedule Details:
Quicklink for Posting:	https://jobs.lanecc.edu/postings/12672

POSTING TEXT

Posting Date:	07/18/2024
Closing Date:	06/08/2025
Applicant Pool:	Academic Year
Open Until Filled:	No

Required QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education:	High School Diploma or equivalent.
Required Experience:	Experience with driving a transit, school, or transport bus with fifteen (15) or more passengers aboard in a safe, professional, and legal manner.
Licensure or Certification Requirements	A valid Oregon Driver's License is required.
Conditions of Employment:	Successful applicants are required to complete a criminal background check. Infractions do not necessarily disqualify a candidate, and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. See our FAQs for more detail. Must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. No more than two (2) moving violations in the last three years, or any DUII/open container violations in the last five (5) years.

Preferred QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education	Associates degree or higher. Commercial Driver's License (Class B or better) with a Passenger endorsement.
Preferred Experience	Experience in with driving for a wide variety of patrons in both the public and private setting (school bus, college, charter, etc.) Evidence of a customer service orientation that provides a balance of efficiency/safety and hospitality to those on the bus.
Language Statement	We welcome multilingual applicants who can support and welcome all students .
Bilingual/Multicultural Statement:	Inclusiveness, diversity, and equity are integral to Lane's commitment to excellence in education and our commitment to student and community engagement. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought. We encourage applications from candidates that identify with groups that are historically underrepresented in higher education.
Equivalency Statement:	We want to find the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. You are also encouraged to address how your professional and lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship, and/or service will contribute to the Lane mission of transforming lives through learning.
Position Purpose:	Provide safe professional and legal transportation for students, faculty , staff and other designated participants on a college-owned vehicle for specific and special occasions.
Essential Functions:	Drives a van with up to fourteen (14) passengers aboard in a safe and legal manner. Requires manual dexterity and good visual acuity. Maintains current Oregon Driver's License. Recognizes and assists in providing accommodation for passengers with disabilities and the elderly. Provides a preliminary and post safety check on the vehicle at the beginning and conclusion of the ride. Follows directions, acts in a professional and courteous manner. Follows college policies and procedures. Transportation for special events will be arranged and overseen in advance with the Florence Center staff under the supervision of a Dean. Maintains communication with Dean or designated staff regarding passenger and vehicle issues. Works Safely and within guidelines established by, OSHA, the College, and the Florence Center. Problem solve and manage sensitive information with appropriate awareness of FERPA standards; maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the privacy needs of students. Other duties as assigned. Equity and Inclusion Demonstrate Lane Community College's core value of social justice by ensuring equity and inclusion skills such as respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing of cultural and personal differences. These are the basis of employee and student interpersonal communications and relationships and are applied to all position responsibilities. Duties are carried out respectfully, inclusively, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, social class, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran's status, nationality, age, language, origin or employment status. Must demonstrate an active concern for meeting the needs of students, staff, and the public. Actively assist with ADA compliance in conjunction with Lane Community College's Human Resources and Disability Resources departments; support appropriate access for persons with disabilities to facilitate student and staff success; mentor and role-model cultural competency for persons with disabilities.
Supervision Statement:	Reports to and works under the general supervision of the Division Dean. Work may be led or coordinated by lead worker. Work is performed independently using specialized experience and training. Work is reviewed for the quality of assistance provided. This position may have responsibility to assign tasks, provide priorities and train student assistants and hourly employees.
Physical Demands/Working Environment:	Work safely and adhere to college workplace safety rules and regulations; lift or transport up to thirty-five (35) lbs with or without support. Ability to drive up to 8 hours per day. This position may work with individuals who may be hostile or abusive.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:	Knowledge and Skill in: Interpersonal communications. Following instructions. Knowledge of the department's philosophy and policies. Driving and operating a vehicle with an orientation toward ensuring the safety and well-being of passengers as well as proper driving techniques. Ability to: Ability to drive in severe weather conditions, difficult and/or congested traffic, and/or in a conflict or escalated noise between passengers on the vehicle. Work effectively under pressure and independently as necessary. Keep the vehicle interior safe and clean during operation. Work and lift safely.
Applicant Instructions:	Application Instructions Incomplete applications will not be considered. All fields in the application must be completed, including employment dates, work hours, and detailed job duties. The Curriculum Vitae (CV)/Resume may not take the place of any section in the application. Required Documents To be considered a candidate for this position, all of the following must be included in the application package: Application - Complete and submit online via the applicant portal. Resume/CV - Comprehensive of experience, education, and accomplishments. If applicable: DD214 - Veterans, please fax, email, mail, or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources at Lane Community College, attn. Zack Roush, roushz@lanecc.edu, Fax: 541-463-3970 Additional documents and letters of reference are not accepted. Questions? For assistance with the online application call Human Resources at 541-463-5586 For position questions contact Russ Pierson, 541-463-4805, piersonr@lanecc.edu. How to monitor your application Enter recruitment@lanecc.edu into your Safe Senders list. Notifications will be sent toward the end of the search process. Visit your Employment Opportunities account. The main page will show your status in the search. Positions close at 9:00 pm PST on closing date.
Transcript Instructions:	Transcripts are not required If you have obtained a degree higher than the required education for this position, then unofficial transcripts are required to ensure an accurate salary placement is conducted. Attach under "Optional Document", fax, email, deliver or mail to: Lane Community College Human Resources Dept. Posting # 240088 Attn: Jill Deneault Building 3 / 1st floor 4000 E 30th Ave Eugene, OR 97405 Fax: 541-463-3970 Email: deneaultj@lanecc.edu
College and Division Information:	College Information The goal of Lane Community College is to help students achieve their dreams and transform lives through learning. The faculty and staff are dedicated to helping students succeed. Lane partners with businesses in the community to help shape the current and future workforce. Lane is a learning-centered community college that provides affordable, quality, lifelong educational opportunities. History Lane was founded in 1964 by a vote of local citizens, and the main campus opened in 1968, with the precursor to the LCC Florence Center opening shortly thereafter. The college was a successor to the Eugene Technical-Vocational School which was founded in 1938. Lane has received many awards and accolades for its innovative programs and high-quality instruction. The college is a member of the League for Innovation in the Community College. One of the advantages of working at Lane is living in the area. Lane's main campus is in Eugene, a city known for its quality of life and for being the home of the University of Oregon. The LCC Florence Center sits next to Siuslaw High School in Florence, the largest city in Western Lane County. The area's scenic mountains, forests, rivers, lakes, and coastline offer many opportunities for outdoor adventures or for just sitting back and enjoying the view. See what's new at www.eugenecascadescoast.org/ (link is external).
Union Association:	LCC Employees Federation (Classified)