Transportation Specialist

JOB TITLE Transportation Specialist - Two part-time positions available

REPORTS TO Chief Finance and Administrative Office

FLSA STATUS  Non-exempt, hourly

LOCATION Des Moines, IA

SALARY $15.00 - $17.50 per hour dependent upon experience

TERMS Position 1: 15-20 hours per week average (Mon - Thurs during the school year, some Fridays during the summer)

Position 2: 8-12 hours per week average (two day per week, Mon - Thurs)

Primarily afternoon and early evening hours, some morning and early afternoons in the summer or on days school is not in session

Organization Summary

MISSION: To empower participants to be strong, self-confident, and resilient.

VISION: For youth of our community to grow to their full potential and realize the life of possibilities they deserve.

VALUES: Equity, Resiliency, Accessibility, Community, Advocacy

WHAT WE DO:

The Young Women’s Resource Center (YWRC) is a non-profit organization that supports, educates, and champions for participants ages 8-24. YWRC participants include anyone who identifies or has been socialized as female. Through small groups and individual support, the YWRC provides programming for all participants, no matter what they may be going through. The YWRC’s unique structure features three branches of programming - Counseling, Girls Inc., and Young Moms - to better serve the members of our community throughout various stages of life along with other services that meet participants’ essential needs and remove barriers to their participation. Our programs and services enable participants’ self-determination so they can set and achieve goals that are personally meaningful to them and that support their long-term independence.

The YWRC is an agency that serves and celebrates participants with a diverse range of identities including race, culture, ethnicity, class, religion, physical ability, gender identity, and sexual orientation. The YWRC strives to build, maintain, and support a staff that reflects that diversity. The YWRC strongly encourages members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply, including people of color, LGBTQ+ people, gender-nonconforming people, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people who speak a language in addition to English.

Position Summary

The Transportation Specialist operates a YWRC van to transport young people to and from YWRC activities and/or programs. provides. Key duties include driving a commercial van, ensuring participants are following safety protocols (seatbelts and carseats), reporting any maintenance concerns, documenting numbers transported, and fueling vehicle.

Responsibilities

DRIVING:

• Operate a 15-person or 6 passenger van to transport participants to and from specified destinations, as directed.
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance such as carwashes, checking oil, fluids, and tires; report non-routine problems/malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
• Follow specified instructions, procedures, and standards for the efficient and safe operation of the vehicle, and for the care and safety of passengers.
• Conform to all federal, state, and local traffic laws and regulations governing the operation of a commercial van for passenger use. 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Attends agency meetings and additional staff trainings as required including team, staff, and committee meetings.
• Work with and supervise volunteers and interns as appropriate to fulfill job duties.
• Support YWRC fundraising events.
• Support YWRC marketing and communication efforts.
• Any other duties as assigned. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

REQUIRED:

• Philosophical agreement with YWRC’s mission, vision, values, and work.
• Must be at least 25 years of age to meet commercial auto policy requirements
• At least 2 years of driving experience.
• Must have or obtain a valid Iowa Class D3 vehicle operator's permit prior to start date.
• Must pass pre-employment DCI, CPI, and DMV background checks.
• Skilled in the operation of commercial passenger vans or equivalent.
• Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of the greater Des Moines area and surrounding areas.
• Ability to identify vehicle problems and malfunctions.
• Knowledge of requirements and standards related to the safe and efficient operation of light commercial vehicles.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local traffic laws and regulations governing the operation of a commercial passenger vehicle.
• Passage of all required criminal history background checks. 

PREFERRED:

• CPR certification or ability to attain within 3 months of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter certification or ability to attain within 60 days of hire.
• Familiarity with Trauma Informed Care/Trauma Responsive Care.
• Fluency in a second language. Spanish, Swahili, Arabic, French preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Ability to sit and move around the work area.
• Finger dexterity.
• Repetitive motion of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 25 lbs.
• Close vision to read computer screen and documents.
• Speech and hearing to communicate with co-workers, clients, donors, volunteers, board members, and vendors.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Work is in a vehicle and front lobby of an office environment.
• The noise level is usually moderate.
• YWRC is a tobacco-free environment (building and vehicles). 

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR ALL STAFF:

• Client/Customer Focused – Builds strong client/customer relationships and delivers client/customer-centric solutions.
• Ensures Accountability – Holds self and others accountable for meeting commitments.
• Values Differences – Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to the agency.
• Instills Trust – Gains the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Collaborates – Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Communicates Effectively – Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Situational Adaptability – Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations. 

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off starting upon hire
• 10 Agency Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays
• 4 Hours of Volunteer Time Off annually
• Paid Seasonal Shutdown between Christmas and New Year's Day
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program, $150 annual wellness reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development

YWRC is dedicated to equal employment and advancement opportunities. It is YWRC’s policy to hire and promote qualified individuals on the basis of their qualifications, interest and aptitude, without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other protected group under applicable state, federal or local law.