Van Driver

Part Time, Non Permanent 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 7% 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.

Examples Of Essential Duties

• 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

Minimum Qualifications

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. One (1) year of social service experience is desirable. Experience in working with older adults or people with disabilities is highly desirable.

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.

Application And Selection Procedure

• An online job application must be filled out in its entirety
• Applications will be closely reviewed for relevant experience, education and training
• Applicants best meeting the City's needs will be invited to a department interview
• Upon a conditional offer of employment a pre-placement drug screen (select positions), TB Screening and California Department of Justice (DOJ) Live Scan fingerprinting must be completed with acceptable results.
• Will be required to provide your current Driver License Record, obtained from the Department of Motor Vehicles, to Human Resources prior to completing other pre-placement processes.
• Upon hire, employee is subject to further reporting from DOJ via subsequent arrest notification.

Please Note: Our primary means of communication with applicants is sent via email; therefore, please include a valid email address on your application.