Driver, GWSafeRide

Driver, GW Safe Ride

The mission of the Division of Safety and Operations is to provide a safe and secure campus environment for all members of the university community. This mission is achieved through active participation of all university members and partnerships with local law enforcement and community partners. The George Washington University Division of Safety and Operations aims to be the nation's premier provider of safety and security preparedness for an institution of higher education. The Driver, GW Safe Ride supports the campus transportation driving service by operating Safe Ride vehicles, driving sedans and 10-12 passenger vans, and using GW mobile apps. The core responsibilities of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Drive Safe Ride vehicles that transport GW students, staff and faculty to desired locations within service borders.
• Actively report any suspicious activity during hours of operation.
• Properly use driver app to accept rider requests.
• Safely drive and transport passengers.
• Adhere to all posted speed limits and follow all distracted driver restrictions.
• Ensure that vehicle(s) are fueled and that vehicle performance issues are immediately reported to a supervisor.
• Complete pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections using GW mobile app.
• Perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications: Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/GED, or, a Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: Must have a valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications: Impeccable driving record. Able to safely operate a 10-12 passenger van and pass a road test to verify skill level prior to hire. Excellent customer service skills. Basic computer knowledge is desired.

Hiring Range - $18.40 - $20.20

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department: Division of Safety and Operation

Family - Safety and Facilities

Sub-Family - Transportation

Stream - Service and Support

Level - Level 1

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: One of the following: 6:30pm 3:30am; 7:30pm 4:30am; 10:30pm 7:30am

Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes

Employee Onsite Status - Essential onsite

Telework: No

Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search, Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Search

EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.