Job Description
Department:
Shuttle Operations - SEC
Pay Rate Type:
Hourly
Employee Type:
Job Summary:
The shuttle driver will provide transportation on a determined schedule between Colby College and Downtown Waterville and provide some security services for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The shuttle driver will be expected to respond to calls for service in a timely and professional manner to the off-campus residence hall, support and enforce College policies, and work effectively as a member of the Security staff and as a member of a diverse community. This is a Part Time position with benefits. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the diversity of our College, including its cultural and ethnic diversity.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drive shuttle bus between Colby College and Downtown Waterville on a strict schedule
- Respond to fire and security alarms at the off-campus residence hall
- Provide lockout services for the off-campus residence hall
- Enforce College policies and complete necessary reports and paperwork
- Maintain an alertness for suspicious activities during shift
- Deal with incidents as necessary at the off-campus residence hall
- Provide informational assistance and promote good public relations
- Complete necessary reports and paperwork
- Provide informational sessions to the College community as necessary
- Participate in on-the-job training
- Attend scheduled staff meetings and training sessions
- Display exemplary customer service skills and ensure positive interactions with the community
- Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent required; professional coursework or post-secondary education a plus
- Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with P (Passenger Bus Vehicle) endorsement required and must meet Colby’s Fleet Safety Policy requirements
- Must present a neat, clean, and professional image
- Ability to be reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfill obligations
- Additional training and certifications in First Aid and CPR and First Responder Training preferred
- Must meet CDL federal requirements, including random alcohol and drug testing
- Well-developed public relations skills; able to perform duties in a flexible, non-confrontational environment; work with members of a diverse community; and utilize diplomacy and tact in dealing with sensitive situations
- Ability to work independently and sit and drive for long periods of time
- Effectively operate a variety of equipment including portable/mobile radios and computers
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with the ability to complete clear, concise, and accurate logs, reports, and other documentation
- Ability to make an impact through work as a member of a team and diverse community
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Reporting to the assistant director of security, this position has significant interactions with students, faculty, staff, and other outside constituencies.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
General campus environment. Position involves frequent movement. Employee must be able to sit and drive for long periods of time. Some lifting and computer use possible. The shuttle operates Monday through Thursday 6 a.m. to 1 a.m., Friday 6 a.m. to 2 a.m., Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 a.m., and Sunday 8 a.m. to 1 a.m.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Successful and satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) and a pre-employment health screening. All students, faculty, and staff who are present on campus must be vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19, unless granted an exemption or accommodation by the College.
TO APPLY
Interested candidates should apply electronically by clicking the "Apply" button on the Colby College website. Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information of three professional references. Materials should be addressed to:
Shuttle Driver (Full-Time) - Search Committee
Office of Human Resources
Colby College
5500 Mayflower Hill
Waterville, ME 04901-8855
A review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Colby is a private, coeducational liberal arts college that admits students and makes employment decisions on the basis of the individual's qualifications to contribute to Colby's educational objectives and institutional needs. Colby College does not discriminate in its educational programs or employment on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or military or veteran’s status. Colby is an equal opportunity employer and operates in accordance with federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination. Colby complies with Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in an institution’s education programs and activities. Questions regarding Title IX may be referred to Colby’s Title IX coordinator or to the federal Office of Civil Rights. We encourage inquiries from candidates who will contribute to the cultural and ethnic diversity of our college.
For more information about the College, please visit our website: www.colby.edu
