What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Specialist position at Hope Ignites Baltimore?
Summary
Hope Ignites Baltimore is actively seeking an experienced, mission-driven, collaborative professional to join our team as a Transportation Specialist. This is a part-time opportunity, and the Transportation Specialist will be primarily responsible for Scholar transportation, as well as general program support.
Our part-time Transportation Specialist will work an average of 25-30 hours each week. Shifts are Monday-Friday from 6:30am-8:30am and 2:30pm-6/6:30pm.
Responsibilities
- Provide reliable and safe transportation for our scholars using Hope Ignites vehicles.
- Assist in maintaining vehicles by ensuring vehicles are fueled and cleaned, as well as ensuring mileage is accurately recorded.
- Report all needed maintenance and repairs to the Director of Operations and Engagement.
- Assist with taking the vehicles for oil changes and other maintenance as needed.
Experience & Education
- Qualified applicants must possess high school diploma or equivalent.
- Considerable driving experience is expected.
- Experience working with youth from underserved communities is preferred.
Compensation and Benefits
- Part-time employees are eligible for paid-time off.
- Full-time Individuals who regularly work 36-hour per week are eligible for benefits including group medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, long-term disability coverage and 125 Flex Benefit plan.
- There is room for growth at Hope Ignites Baltimore for dedicated team players.
Job Requirements
- Be at least 21 years of age and have a high school diploma
- Have a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Successful completion of a sex offender & criminal background check
- Successful completion of a TB screening and drug test
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with the scholars, co-workers, and supervisors
- Be a role model to the youth by maintaining positive relations with scholars and all individuals with whom you come into contact with
- Must be comfortable driving to and from locations throughout Baltimore city and county
- Ability to complete required online training sessions (company laptop available for use to ensure compliance)
Hope Ignites Baltimore helps academically capable and motivated children-in-need to meet their full potential and become men and women for others by providing value-centered, family-like homes, opportunities and education through college.
Pay: From $16.25 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $16