Bus Driver (Temporary Pool)

Ideal Candidate Statement The ideal bus driver candidate for the Ohlone College athletics team is a reliable and safety-conscious individual with a passion for supporting student-athletes and contributing to their success. They have a clean driving record and a valid Class B driver's license (CDL) with the air brake endorsements, ensuring they are fully qualified to operate large passenger vehicles. They are committed to the safety of passengers and adherence to all traffic laws. This candidate is punctual and organized, ensuring that the team arrives at competitions and events on time. They possess excellent communication, fostering a positive and professional atmosphere on the bus. The ideal bus driver candidate is a team player who collaborates seamlessly with coaching staff and athletes, demonstrating a strong sense of responsibility for the welfare of everyone on board. They are also adaptable, able to navigate different routes and weather conditions, ensuring that travel remains smooth and efficient. Their dedication to safety, reliability, and the well-being of all passengers makes them an invaluable asset to the team's success. This is a temporary position, limited to a maximum of 165 working days within a fiscal year. Candidates will be considered for placement as needs arise. Duties and Responsibilities The responsibilities encompass, but are not restricted to, the following: Safely transporting students to and from local community colleges in California. Assisting our intercollegiate teams with the loading and unloading of items. Ensuring the vehicle is maintained in compliance with licensing regulations and Ohlone College procedures, emphasizing safety, sanitation, and overall presentation. Creating a safe, comfortable, and healthy environment for our students and staff. Minimum Qualifications At least one year of experience operating a bus or a similar type of vehicle. Possession of a CDL Class B Driver's License with endorsements for Passenger and Air Brakes. Driver's Record*. High school diploma or equivalent education. Must have evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded practices. Required Application Materials Resume/Curriculum Vitae; A list of three (3) professional references including name, position, organization, phone number, email, and relationship to the applicant. Driver's Record District Statement Founded in 1967, Ohlone College is named in honor of the early Ohlone People who inhabited the San Francisco Bay Area. Ohlone College is committed to providing a high-quality education to serve our diverse population of over 15,000 students per year. Ohlone College is nationally recognized for our Deaf Studies and Interpreter Preparation programs, and is widely known for our nursing, health sciences, liberal arts, biomedical science, and smart manufacturing programs. As a learning community, we embrace and champion inclusivity, integrity, student expression, global citizenship, and continuous improvement. Ohlone College is one of the top-ranked community colleges in California, serving the cities of Fremont, Newark, and Union City. Our campuses in Fremont and Newark are centrally located in the East Bay between San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose. This region is known as a hub of innovation and economic activity, and home to some of the most advanced manufacturing, biomedical research, and clean energy companies in California, including Tesla, Meta, Seagate, and Lam Research. The main campus in Fremont is located near Interstate 680 at the base of Mission Peak, just south of the historic Mission San Jose, and is the primary gateway to year-round hiking, biking, and hang gliding in the Mission Peak Regional Preserve. The Newark Center for Health Sciences and Technology is located near Interstate 880 in a hub of new residential and commercial development. The two campuses are connected by shuttle to each other and the Warm Springs BART station, which offers convenient access to public transit throughout the Bay Area. EEO Statement The District is strongly committed to the principles of equal opportunity and to hiring qualified staff who reflect the diversity of our community. The District encourages a diverse pool of applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age (40 or over), medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, military and veteran status, pregnancy/childbirth/breastfeeding or related medical condition or any other protected basis in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. The college encourages applications from all qualified applicants. If you have a disability and are in need of special services, equipment, or facilities in order to apply or interview for this opening, please call the Human Resources office at: View phone number on click.appcast.io. Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon Governing Board approval. Employment with Ohlone Community College is not complete or official until applicants meet all pre-employment requirements. All new employees are required to submit official transcripts, proof of freedom from tuberculosis. In addition, you will be required to provide identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the federal Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986. Pre-employment tests and/or medical examinations may be required. Ohlone Community College does not sponsor H1B visas. Employees must sign the Oath or Affiliation of Allegiance and submit fingerprints for CA Department of Justice clearance. Employees must be California residents on their date of hire and for the duration of their employment with Ohlone Community College District. Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986 Applicants selected for positions will be required to provide identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the federal Immigration Reform & Control Act of 1986. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ohlone College (CA)