Youth Transportation Driver - Mary Ryan

Job Summary: 

The Van Driver plays a vital role in ensuring safe, reliable, and timely transportation of youth to and from Club sites, schools, and authorized activities. This position is responsible for the safety and well-being of all passengers, maintaining accurate transportation logs, and operating vehicles in compliance with organizational policies and state/federal regulations. The Van Driver also supports program operations by assisting with arrival and departure transitions, monitoring vehicle conditions, and upholding safety standards at all times. This is a grant-funded position, and continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funding.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Mission Impact

• Safely transport youth between homes, schools, Club sites, and special events.
• Maintain accurate daily logs of routes, mileage, passenger counts, and pick-up/drop-off times.
• Support youth participation in Club programs by providing consistent, dependable transportation.
• Foster a positive Club experience by creating a safe and welcoming environment during transit.

People Power

• Build positive, respectful relationships with youth, families, and staff.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians, Club staff, and schools regarding schedules and transportation needs.
• Assist staff with arrival and dismissal procedures, ensuring smooth transitions for youth.
• Serve as a role model for youth by demonstrating professionalism, patience, and respect.

Safety

• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and cleanliness.
• Enforce passenger safety rules, including proper use of seat belts and orderly behavior.
• Follow all organizational safety protocols, traffic regulations, and emergency procedures.

Financial Sustainability

• Track mileage, fuel usage, and maintenance needs for reporting and cost management.
• Assist in scheduling routine maintenance and repairs to extend vehicle life and reduce expenses, including annual DCF251 inspection.
• Report damages or repair needs promptly to minimize costs and downtime.

Compliance

• Maintain valid driver’s license and required endorsements.
• Follow all state and federal transportation regulations, including passenger safety laws and DCF251 requirements.
• Ensure compliance with organizational transportation and safety policies.
• Report accidents, incidents, or vehicle concerns promptly to supervisors.
• Complete required incident and transportation-related reports in a timely manner.

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Education Requirements: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License with good driving record

Competencies Measured:

A successful employee in this role demonstrates knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors indicative of the following competencies. 

Functional: 

1. Stakeholder Engagement
2. Financial Management
3. Program Implementation & Compliance
4. Safety & Risk Management
5. Data-Driven Decision Making
6. Member Recruitment & Engagement

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 the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to touch, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. The employee must be able to demonstrate and perform various sports activities. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

BGCGM provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. BGCGM complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. Auxiliary Aids and services are available to individuals with disabilities upon request. If you need this material interpreted to a language you understand or in a different format, or need assistance in accessing services, please contact us at 414-267-8100.  Deaf, hearing or speech impaired callers may reach us by the Wisconsin Relay number 711.