Public Transportation Driver Supervisor

Public Transportation Driver SupervisorLocation(s): Kent WA, Redmond WAWork schedule:During training - Monday through Friday 7:00am-4:30pmAfter training - Must have open availability including weekendsWho we are: Hopelink is the largest nonprofit in North and East King County. For over 50 years we have been in the community serving homeless and low-income families, children, seniors, and people with disabilities.Make an impact in your community! Hopelink programs focus on food, financial assistance, transportation/mobility, housing & family development, adult education & employment. Programs are aimed at helping people achieve stability and gain the skills and knowledge they need to exit poverty. Join us!The career opportunity:The DART Transit Supervisor oversees a team of 10 - 20 DART Bus Drivers in King County, a diverse staff serving diverse populations. The DART Transit Supervisor leads the problem-solving, field training, troubleshooting, performance management, employee relations, and monitoring of drivers; may also be responsible for driver scheduling or recruiting/hiring.What qualities we are looking for:Minimum of seven consecutive years of licensed driving experience within the United States.Valid CDL with passenger endorsement, or the ability to obtain one within the first 60 days (paid training available).Valid Medical Examiners Certificate or the ability to obtain one prior to employment.Prior supervisory experience with the ability to effectively manage diverse work styles and personalities.Prior experience providing transportation services to the public preferred.CPR/First Aid Certificate preferred.Defensive Driving Certificate preferred.This position is a Service Critical Employee with specific attendance requirements. Because of the critical nature of this role to Hopelink operations, it is important that you are able to:Report to the worksite during your scheduled hours, regardless of weather conditions or other emergencies.Manage your own transportation needs in adverse weather, including possible limitations to public transportation options.Have a specific plan to address any other possible attendance barriers that arise during adverse weather and other emergencies, such as disrupted utilities or public services, road closures, school closures, etc.**Due to Federal Regulations, this position is considered a Safety Sensitive Position, therefore employees are required to undergo a full criminal background check and pre-employment Federal DOT drug screening, and are subject to random screenings, which include THC among other restricted substances.Examples of what you will be doing:Oversee safety and procedural complianceProvide in-the-field assistance and communicate driver concernsMonitor service areas and routesEnsure that the hiring, training and performance review processes produced desired strategic resultsConduct accident/incident investigations in the fieldOperate DART vehicles as needed to cover routes when drivers are absentHow you will be compensated: Hopelink is proud to provide meaningful paid time away from work and an affordable, comprehensive benefits package.Compensation: $30/hour DOEUp to 10 paid vacation and sick days annually and 10 paid holidays, Plus up to 7 paid float days available to use immediately; dependent on hire date and hours/weekMedical, Dental, and Vision benefits after 1 month waiting periodFlexible Spending Accounts; 401k with Employer Match; Life, Disability & Accident coverageWellness Program; Employee Resource Groups; Employee Assistance Program; Employee Discount Opportunities; Training ClassesInternal Career Opportunities; Professional Development; Leadership Development; Career Path CoachingAnnual Performance Reviews with Merit Increase OpportunitiesHopelink Mission and Values:Hopelink’s mission is to promote self-sufficiency for all members of our community to help people make a lasting change.Our Values are Growth & Human Potential, Inclusion, Compassion, Relationships Built in Trust, Quality of our Work, and Fiscal Stewardship.We are actively building an environment that welcomes and encourages the involvement and success of all individuals and respects the new possibilities that are created when diverse people, beliefs and values are included.