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Per Diem Bus Driver

Employer
Clarkson University
Location
Potsdam, NY

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Job TitlePer Diem Bus DriverPosting NumberStaff 2014001072FLSANon-ExemptLevelFull-time/ Part-timePart-timeIs this a temporary Position?YesJob Description Summary

Position Responsibilities:

  • Drive University leased 25 passenger bus on short and/or long trips safely negotiating various routes through varied terrain and geographic areas.
  • Transport students, coaches and staff from one place to another using the leased University 25 passenger bus.
  • Safe and Competent Operation of a Bus.
  • Drive mini bus on regular routes between campus, student housing & practice facility on a schedule
  • Assist students and coaches with sports gear and/or luggage.
  • Report accidents or other traffic disruptions to administration.
  • Review route assignments and schedules with Coaches & administration, and ensure all
    Information is fully understood before departing.
  • Check the bus tires, lights, and promptly report maintenance issues to the Assistant Athletic Director.
  • Strict adherence to all state and federal transit regulations.
  • Account for all coaches/players & staff before leaving a location.
  • Must be able to adapt to a flexible schedule; hours and days will vary depending on athletic schedules; nights and weekends are required.
  • Ability to work with google documents, check and respond to e-mail and phone calls. Training on google docs will be provided Must keep written log of activity
  • Perform duties in a manner that align with the College’s vision, standards and ethics.
  • Be willing to drive for the University if other needs arrive

Essential Skills:

  • Ability to communicate Effectively
  • Customer service oriented and professional
  • Initiative to work on own
  • Willingness to put forth a conscientious effort as required
  • Work with diverse academic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds from college students, faculty and staff
    Class C CDL Driver Requirements:
  • Clean Class B License with air brakes, Passenger endorsements
  • Familiar with DOT rules and requirements
  • Ability to read basic instructions, road signs and maps, and ability to keep a written log of activity
  • Strong customer service abilities with emphasis on customer satisfaction
  • Strong organization and time management skills
Minimum Qualifications:
Include Education,
Experience, and Skills

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High school education, or equivalent, 1 to 2 years in a related field
  • Must posses a minimum of a CDL C with passenger license
  • Clean driving record
  • Must know basic vehicle and traffic laws
  • Able to pass criminal and DMV check upon hire
  • Flexible schedule
Preferred Qualifications:
Include Education,
Experience, and Skills

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Associates or Bachelor degree, 2+ years in a related field
Physical Demands

Physical Demands:

The physical demands characteristics 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 the essential functions. Clarkson is committed to complying with the guidelines set forth under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

  • The bus driver must be able to operate a 25 passenger bus
  • Must be able to sit for long periods while operating the vehicle
  • Must be able to negotiate traffic patterns
  • Must be able to withstand standard traffic and passenger noise
  • Other demands as required by specific position

Mental Demands:
•Maintain professional attitude and
demeanor in difficult situations
•Exercise sound judgment.
• Maintain high level of responsibility.

Close Date09/28/2020Open Date09/21/2020Open Until FilledYesSpecial Instructions for this Posting

An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson University actively seeks and encourages applications from minorities, women and people with disabilities.

All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records).

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  1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • Academic Keys
    • Chronicle of Higher Education
    • Clarkson Website
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Massena-Potsdam Courier Observer
    • Hispanic Outlook
    • IM Diversity
    • Insight Into Diversity
    • JTPA
    • LinkedIn
    • New York Job Bank
    • North Country This Week
    • St. Lawrence Plaindealer
    • Veterans Administration
    • Watertown Daily Times
    • Ogdensburg Journal
    • Employee Referral
    • Alumni Referral
    • Conference Referral
    • Indeed
    • Monster.com
    • List-serv
    • NorthCountryNow.com
    • Discipline specific journals
    • Discipline specific website
    • Times Union
    • Diversityjobs.com
    • Other
    • I do not wish to answer
  2. * What is the highest level of education you currently hold?
    • High School/GED
    • Associate
    • Bachelor
    • Master's
    • ABD (All but dissertation)
    • Ph.D.
  3. * How do you embrace Diversity?

    (Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter

Organization

Working at Clarkson University

As a private, national research university, Clarkson is a leader in technological education and sustainable economic development through teaching, scholarship, research and innovation.   We ignite personal connections across academic fields and industries to create the entrepreneurial mindset, knowledge and intellectual curiosity needed to innovate world-relevant solutions and cultivate the leaders of tomorrow. With its main campus located in Potsdam, N.Y., and additional graduate program and research facilities in the New York Capital Region, Beacon, N.Y., and New York City, Clarkson educates 4,300 students across 95+ rigorous programs of study in engineering, business, the arts, education, sciences and health professions. Clarkson alumni earn salaries that are among the top 2.5% in the nation and realize accelerated career growth.  One in five already leads as a CEO, senior executive or owner of a company. 

Clarkson welcomes scholars and students from all over the world.

Our community and campus settings enhance the quality of student life and afford students access to and interaction with their faculty. We value the diversity of our University community; and we strive to attune ourselves and our programs to our global, pluralistic society. We share the belief that humane and environmentally sound economic and social development derive from the expansion, diffusion and application of knowledge.

Through our Office of Human Resources, we focus on the recruitment, onboarding, training and professional development of our employee community across multiple campuses and learning environments. The goal is a campus community where all are welcomed and valued members who contribute to the development of global citizenship by promoting a diverse and inclusive environment.

#ClarksonIgnite

#ClarksonIgnite is our catalyst for exploring, creating and achieving what’s next.

#ClarksonIgnite Fellows:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHF7vXYxeu0

The Studio  - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0DVBsjcafmc

Three Day Start Up https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bz0OfPCmYso

 

IgniteClarkson is a highly-collaborative community that ignites connections across fields, industries and cultures. 

Together we ignite the mindsets and skill sets that are in demand for tomorrow’s best careers . To think, act and lead globally, we span disciplines to find new solutions and deepen our respect for the diversity of our University community.

Invest
We develop innovative programs and research portfolios in partnership with business and industry to explore, create and achieve better futures. We invest in people, ideas and our campus’ living. We give our time, resources and goodwill to drive the future.

Ensure
We are all Golden Knights who commit to living the Clarkson Values and sharing our success as a model of these ideals. Through the legacy of our personal accomplishments and generosity, we ensure the next generation has the same opportunities to create a better world for themselves and society.

Teaching at Clarkson – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HyOib1dXg8A&t=3s
Women’s D1 Ice Hockey National Champions!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bz0OfPCmYso
Career Fair https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_smHgrwzxUU
Clarkson Bass Fishing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RuNPTtJTErU
Move In Day https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFtMxZvTceA
Career Fair https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_smHgrwzxUU

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