Description

THE ORGANIZATION

Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement (Riis Settlement), a community-based non-profit organization offering comprehensive services to the youth, adults, seniors, immigrants and families of Western Queens, is dedicated to civic engagement and organizing as integral to our mission “to build and strengthen underserved communities and act as a catalyst for change.” For more information about Jacob A Riis Neighborhood Settlement, please view our website atwww.riissettlement.org

JOB SUMMARY

The Van Driver plays a crucial role in ensuring reliable and courteous transportation services for both Riis Settlement participants and agency staff. This entails operating either an 8-10 passenger or 22 passenger van along assigned routes, facilitating transportation to various destinations.

In addition to driving responsibilities, the Van Driver also handles the transportation of boxes and deliveries to and from the agency. During times when not engaged in driving duties, the Van Driver's role extends to supporting program staff in various activities. These include assisting in identifying additional event locations for trips and actively participating in outreach initiatives.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates assigned vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
• Assists passengers, including handicapped, in and out of the vehicle; operate ramps and lifts as required.
• Reads and interprets maps and driving directions to plan the most efficient route service for participants.
• Maintains cleanliness of assigned vehicle(s) both inside and out.
• Keeps accurate records of trips, participant contributions, vehicle maintenance, fuel expenses, incident/accident reports, vehicle conditions, and other requested records.
• Coordinate major or periodic vehicle maintenance schedules with management and staff to minimize service disruptions.
• Transport agency boxes and deliveries as required.
• Pick up necessary supplies.

Additional Responsibilities

• Conduct tasks such as interacting with older adults to discover potential trip destinations, enhance scheduling, recruit older adults for program participation, and handle phone inquiries.
• Work with program staff conducting outreach activities.
• Collaborate with program staff to compile an annual list of common destinations.
• Provide assistance with general grounds maintenance and other tasks directed by the NNORC Director.
• Additional related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

STATEMENT OF SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Must have a clean driver’s license record, and possess a CDL 8 (commercial driver’s license)
• Willingness and ability to engage in physical tasks and work flexible hours.
• Basic working knowledge of and proficiency in navigation around NYC.
• Must have knowledge of all rules and regulation of the DMV.

REQUIREMENT

• Must pass pre-employment background check including but not limited to criminal background check.

Physical Demands:

• The job requires carrying items weighing less than fifty pounds.

Benefits:

• 40 hours’ sick leave
• 21 hours’ personal leave
• Retirement plan with 50% employer match up to 12% of total salary
• Student Loan Assistance and Education Assistance
• EAP Services

Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.